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Overland Park, Kansas  66223

Call Rabbi Stuart E. Davis: 913-897-6309 or 816-616-4447

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Do you need a colorful groom's glass for your wedding ceremony? We have three styles to choose from.
Wedding Ceremony Rabbi Offers Ketubah with Interfaith Text for Your Rabbi or Calligrapher to Personalize



Check MP Artworks or Ketubah Tree
to Order a Personalized Ketubah
(See Discount Codes Below)

   

Rachel Deitsch is an illustrator and designer who has been producing hand-painted ketubot for
10 years. Now her original designs are available
to a wider audience. Your interfaith text is custom
printed on archival watercolor paper with archival inks—guaranteed to last a lifetime.

Sivia Katz has created original Ketubot, special commission, and calligraphic watercolors since 1972. Her paintings, based on Hebrew texts, combine the subtlety of contemporary color and design with the warmth of nature and the lyrical grace of the Hebrew letter. For over a thousand years, the Ketubah has been the beautiful and enduring symbol of the Jewish wedding, the ritual expression of the love and commitment of the bride and the groom in their marriage ceremony. Inspired by the rich and varied tradition of the Ketubah with the flair of contemporary watercolor, these unique limited editions are printed on museum quality 100% acid free paper. Signed and numbered by the artist, a Ketubah by Sivia Katz can be part of your simcha and reflect for years to come the joy of your special day.
 

New Day Ketubah
 by Rachel Deitsch


Her latest!

$290



Traditions Ketubah
by Rachel Deitsch

A village sheltering under the symbol of a menorah- tradition and community lyrically imagined. Giclee. Dimensions: H 20in x W 16in

$290

Dodi Li Ketubah
by Sivia Katz


"Blessings" is the theme of the Dodi Li Ketubah. The words of the "Sheva Brachot," or seven blessings of the wedding ceremony, remind us of the characteristics of a true marriage. The grapes, symbolizing the blessing of Kiddush over wine at the wedding, home and holidays, sanctify this union. At the top, "Bet Hey" are the two letters that stand for "with God's help." Lithograph. Dimensions: 16 in. diameter

$150


Springtime
 Ketubah
by Rachel Deitsch

New growth reaches upwards and a ladder climbs into the future. This is also available in a 20 x 25 size. Giclee. Dimensions: H 20in x W 16in

$290

Eternal Flame Ketubah
 by Sivia Katz

Sivia's newest ketubah design. Includes Judaic symbols and lettering in her own abstract, contemporary way.
Giclee. Dimensions: 24in H x 18in W

$200


Idyll Ketubah

by Rachel Deitsch

A bright spring day, the sun high in the sky, the rhythms of life. Giclee. Dimensions: H 16in x W 20in

$290


Rainbow Doves Ketubah
 by Sivia Katz

Doves provide the background for this delicate ketubah. Lithograph. Dimensions: 15in x 15in

$175





Op Fields Ketubah
by Rachel Deitsch

In this ketubah the artist combines color and shape to invoke the glow of sky, flowing water and fruitful orchards. Giclee.
Dimensions: H 20in x W 16in

$290



Star of David Ketubah
by Sivia Katz 

Under the shelter of the Tallit, representing the wedding canopy and home, is the "Magen David," the Shield of the Jewish People. "I am my beloved's and my beloved is mine" and "I have found whom my soul loves" are from the song of Songs of King Solomon. Lithograph. Dimensions: 20in x 20in

$200



I Am My Beloved's Ketubah
by Rachel Deitsch

The classic line, I am my beloved¹s and my beloved is mine, traditional in many ketubot, creates the background pattern, in English on the left, Hebrew on the right. Giclee. Dimensions: H 20in x W 16in

$290

Round Jerusalem
Ketubah by Sivia Katz


Intertwined with roses and Israeli wildflowers are the traditional prayer shawl, Kiddush cup and seven branched menorah. The quote from the Song of Songs, "the voice of joy and the voice of gladness, the voice of the groom and the voice of the bride" surrounds the scene of the Old city at Jaffa Gate. Lithograph. Dimensions: 19in x 19in

$160


Village 2 Ketubah
by Rachel Deitsch

 This ketubah represents the couple's home surrounded by community. Giclee. Dimensions: H 20in x W 16in

$290


New Hupah Ketubah
by Sivia Katz 

Around interlocking wedding rings reads "This is my beloved, this is my friend" from the Song of Songs. Pomegranates, a special fruit of Israel, symbolize abundance. According to the Midrash, their seeds number 613, the number of laws in the Torah. The Jewish wedding canopy has come to represent the couple's new home, open on all sides to receive the love and support of the community around them. below, from the prayerbook, is "Rejoice and be glad, O loving friends." Lithograph. 18x18 in.

$180

       






Trees Ketubah
by Rachel Deitsch

Two separate trunks growing together shelter 2 songbirds, pomegranates, a traditional fertility symbol, and lotus blossoms. Giclee. Dimensions: H 20in x W 16in
 
$290


Arch Jerusalem Dove
 Ketubah by Sivia Katz

The doves of peace, mated for life, fly beneath the view of King David's tower and the walls of the Old City. "Wear me as a seal upon your heart, as a sign upon your heart" is a quote from the Song of Songs. "Yet shall be heard in the cities of Judea and within the walls of Jerusalem, the voice of gladness, the voice of joy, the voice of the, the voice of the bride" arches atop the Ketubah.

$200



Seaside Ketubah
by Rachel Deitsch

Inspired by the lines 'come live with me and be my love', this design evokes a cozy haven under the stars. Dimensions: H 20in x W 16in

$290

Shabbat Ketubah
by Sivia Katz
B'echad," the word beneath the traditional crown found on many antique Ketubot, means "in unity." It also begins the text with the date, indicating the first day of the week.Therefore, this design may be used only for ceremonies taking place from Saturday at sunset, after Shabbat, to Sunday at sunset. The quote, reiterating the theme of the couple's oneness, is from "Rad Halylah," an Israeli folksong. The blue eye, "Ayin Harah," is the symbolic protection against evil, one of the symbols surrounding the traditional Shabbat ceremonial objects. Lithograph.
20in. H x 16in W

$180


Cottage in the Field Ketubah
by Rachel Deitsch

A cozy home surrounded by lush fields under a brilliant sky. Giclee. Dimensions: H 20in x W 16in

$290

Tree of Life Ketubah
 by Sivia Katz

The familiar quote from Ecclesiastes echoes the significance of the tree as a symbol, through all of life's seasons, of sustenance, family, growth and tradition, the beloved doves, mated for life, fly together both day and night. Lithograph. 24 in. x 18 in.

$200


Greener Pastures
Ketubah
by Rachel Deitsch

Soft color and pastoral imagery evoke early spring and the promise of growth. Giclee.
Dimensions: H 20in x W 16in

$290

Jewels Ketubah
by Rachel Deitsch

Jewel-like organic forms frame the text. Giclee. Dimensions: H 20in x W 16in
 
$290


 
   

    
 


 Text for Rachel Deitsch's Ketubot

On the day of the week, ___________, the day of __________, in the year ____________, corresponding to the day of _________, in the year of ______________, the groom, ___________, son of, ___________, and the bride, ____________, daughter of, ____________, with hearts full of joy and gladness entered in the sacred covenant of marriage.

The bride and groom stood before family and friends, gazed upon each other and declared: "I have found you, whom my soul loves. I bind myself to you, whom my heart desires utterly, passionately and selflessly. I vow to place you before all others, and nurture your mind, body and spirit. I will forevermore hold you dear to me and stand by your side in both joy and sorrow. I will dream your dreams and comfort you in times of challenge. May our love continue to grow from strength to strength and intertwine us through the years as we create our family together. We will make a home in which the flow of seasons and the passage of time are marked according to our traditions, where the joy of children's laughter rings in every room, and where we aid in the repairing and healing of the world. According to the rituals of marriage, I make you holy to me with this ring. May it be a sign of my love for the world to behold. I enter with you, my beloved, into this. My wonder and gratitude in finding you seals this document. We accept all of this as valid and binding.
Bride ______________   Groom _________________
Witness _____________ Witness ________________
Officiant ______________________

Interfaith Text for Sivia Katz's Ketubot
On the ______ day of the week, the ________ day of the month of ________ in the year ______ , corresponding to the _____________ of ____________ in the year ________ the Holy Covenant of Marriage was entered into ___________ between _________________ as they affirmed each to the other, "Be sanctified to me with this ring. And as we write our lives, may our pledge of mutual understanding and respect for each other's uniqueness create intimacy, trust, and support, as we share life's pleasures and pains. May we invest life's everyday experiences with joy, striving for open communicaiton and sensitivity and emotional fulfillment. May our love and values create a home filled with reverence for learning, compassion, integrity and the light of Tradition. May our love for each other nourish the roots from which will grow the branches and fruits of our tree of life, adorning the path of  our life together." And all written herein is valid and binding.
Witness ________________
Witness_________________
Bride __________________
Groom _________________
 

Rabbi's Recommendations for Personalized Interfaith, Nondenominational Wedding, Commitment Ketubahs

Rabbi Davis endorses both MP Artworks and Ketubah Tree for a selection of creatively designed ketubot for your interfaith, nonreligious wedding or commitment ceremony.


10%OFF


Your Ketubah Order from MP Artworks when you use the following discount Code:

SRDF6T10SZ2865
www.mpartworks.com

Micah Parker has become one of the most popular ketubah artists in the United States because of his ability to creatively use various artistic styles. 

To view the MP Artworks site for a wide range of ketubot, Click here.

Click here to see sample Ketubah texts. All of their ketubah texts are available with any of their Jewish or secular designs (you can customize your ketubah texts based on your wedding vows). For Uniting Two Faiths weddingsRabbi suggests one of the following egalitarian ketubah texts: Reform, Secular, Interfaith, Nonreligious, Commitment, SecularHumanistic. 

Ketubah Tree (Shell Rummel)
Rabbi Davis also recommends the beautiful Fine Art Ketubah Prints, Non-Denominational Wedding Certificates, Commitment Certificates and Coordinating Wedding Program Covers and Gift Prints designed by the Award-Winning Artist Michelle “Shell” Rummel. They welcome the opportunity to work with clients of ALL faiths and backgrounds, and can completely customize their Wedding Certificates to best reflect your unique love.

$25

OFF


To receive $25 off the total price of a Ketubah Tree Ketubah/Wedding Certificate enter the following code:

coupon code #CRIN100KS

when you place your order directly with Ketubah Tree via their website at www.ketubahtree.comor by
Phone (703) 934-7010, or
Fax (703) 934-2668.

Code number must be presented at the time of purchase for discount to apply. Only one Discount per Ketubah/Wedding Certificate purchased. Discount may not be redeemedfor cash, nor combined with any other offer.





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