Jewish collective cemetery Wenkheim (3 of 6)

            On a Jewish cemetery, you will find a number of gravestones which depict two hands with their thumbs inwards, pointing up, and slightly spread between the ring- and middle finger. This indicates that the deceased was a Kohen (priest) who watched over offerings and gave his blessing in that manner. They are regarded as the descendants of Zadok, who was a relative of Aaron. Aaron's younger brother, Moses, appointed Aaron as Jewish priest. He was the first Kohen. According to the books of Exodus, Leviticus and Numbers, the family of Aaron had the exclusive right and responsibility to make offerings on the altar to Yahweh. This means that Hebrew priesthood was hereditary through the male line.  Kohens are also called "Sons of Aaron".
(Sources: Myjewishlearning.com, Britannica, and Wikipedia)

There are quite a few well-preserved hands on the Jewish collective cemetery Wenkheim but the ones seen here I found the most impressive. I love the bright-green lichen on the wonderful reddish sandstone.

Please remember:

Politicians and monarchs have the power to make war,
but we, the people, have the power to make peace.

Taken in: Deutschland / Baden-Württemberg / Wenkheim (show map)

Taken on: August 11, 2018

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