Series of 8 Torah ornaments Series of 8 coordinated silver and gold plated Torah Vestments for Temple Emanu-el, Englewood (now Closter) N.J. Concept, final designs, supervision of fabrication, and finishing contributed by Irv Koons. The designs are based on the Burning Bush, each a different interpretation of eight of the most important events in the history of the Jewish people. The crowns symbolize the flames.