Things today aren't so different from the ancient world.

Diseases, violence and polarised conflicts threaten innocents. We're all in a fight for survival in our own way in this globalising day and age. So the meaning of MIZPAH – 'hopeful anticipation' – is as relevant today as it has ever been. Perhaps even more so. Its philosophy has once again found a place in modern culture and values.

MIZPAH is a timeless spiritual symbol of hope, love and peace that people are increasingly finding comforting and share with those who are dear to them. Thanks to the tireless work of Helena Lind, people across the world are discovering the relevance and support of MIZPAH in their lives. "When I consider the dimension and universal significance of MIZPAH and its philosophy to the human world, I'm driven to share these positive feelings with other people," she explains. "MIZPAH passes hope and joy on and it's comforting to see so many who share in its solidarity and human values" says Helena Lind.

But MIZPAH is also a great chance. "My favourite dream is that if everyone, from all of the large and small corners of the earth, can work together to finally put an end to madness, can learn to cooperate and even to forgive, people would truly be building a great monument to to hope eternal, a new foundation for tomorrow by simply feeling and saying MIZPAH".

The renaissance of MIZPAH jewels makes the philosophy even more accessible and tangible. They are beautiful and tactile symbols of MIZPAH, and are as potent and powerful now as in centuries passed. They transcend class, social and cultural barriers; they’re kept as a faithful reminder of one’s own hope and love; they’re shared to symbolize the connection between lovers, friends and relatives; they’re given to protect those who have moved far away, are travelling or fighting for peace and freedom.

From a legend to one woman’s living legacy, MIZPAH embodies the positive aspirations and dreams we all hold in our hearts. MIZPAH - one positive word, one answer that could change one despairing world.

© Helena Lind.