From the beginning of time and mankind, jewelry has been an expression of wealth and social standing. Jewelry has also been influenced by the cultures and religions in the various regions of the world. The influence of certain beliefs as it relates to jewelry is evident in most cultures though out the passage of time. From the beginning to present time religion and jewelry are a common expression of our beliefs.
A perfect example of these influences is Ancient Egypt. Gold was used in fashioning statues of Egyptian gods and goddesses adorning these symbols with gemstones. Some of these symbols such as the scarab, the lotus and other symbols were fashioned in bracelets, necklaces and rings that were worn by royalty, upper class and of course their priests and priestess. When Christianity was infused into the Egyptian culture Christian jewelry was made in less expensive materials. The Islamic influence in Egyptian jewelry even forbid men to wear gold. This began the beginning of silver to be a predominate metal in the creating and making of religious jewelry. This phenomenon holds true for other ancient cultures such as the Greek, Asian, African, all the lands of the world.
The Christian influence in jewelry is still evident today. The symbol of the cross made in rings, bracelets, necklaces and even earrings are worn to identify ones faith as a Christian. Rosary beads are a form of jewelry used in prayers which also bears the cross, a reminder of Jesus Christ's sacrifices made for mankind and God's love. These rosary beads, also known as prayer beads are adorned with all types of gemstones and baubles.
Religion has had major influences on jewelry in every society around the world not only in the creation of the jewelry but also in the wearing of these pieces. In some cultures certain jewelry can only be worn for particular ceremonies or certain times of the year. This type of religious jewelry reflect those moments of time of great strife or religious upheavals that effected the course of that particular culture's growth and behavior.
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