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What is the star of David's significance?
people call it a star but really it is supposed to be a shield (thats why its called the magain David) it was the shape of davids shield, the six points were to protect the head, shoulders, thighs and groin
The star of David is a symbol of which people?
Although it is often called 'the Star of David', the actual name for this symbol is the 'Shield of David'. The Shield of David is a secular (non-religious) symbol for the Jewish Nation.
What is written on the star of David?
There is no special writing associated with the Star of David, more accurately called "the Shield of David or Magen David.
What is the sum of the points of the star of David?
There are six points on the Star of David, more properly called the Magen David or "Shield of David".
Why is the Star of David on the Isaeli flag?
Because the Star of David (more accurately called the Shield of David) is the cultural and political symbol of Jews.
What is the Shield of David?
The Shield of David is the literal translation for the Magen David. The Magen David was the emblem on King David's shield and therefore became representative of the united Jewish community. Today, that symbol is called the "Star of David" in English since it looks like a six-pointed star.
Where is the star of david mentioned in the Torah?
The Star of David, which is actually called 'The Shield of David' is a "modern" civic symbol of the Jewish Nation, it is not mentioned in the Torah.
What does the star and shield represent on the CIA shield?
Peace, Liberty, Safety
Why is the Star of David a sign for Jewish?
technocally, it's not. the menorah is (7 branches not 9). but the "star of David" is easier to draw and it is more so a sign of the state of Israel specifically. by the way, the star of david isn't really a star, in Hebrew it is called a Magain David, a shield of David (to protect the head shoulders thighs and groin), so it represents David shielding the state of Israel.
What did King David have a star emblazoned on?
his shield that he took to battle. Star of David in Hebrew is called 'Magen David' which means shield of david.The real answer:The Shield of David first emerged as a symbol of Jews in the Middle Ages and was never actually used by King David.
What does the Davids star mean?
The Star of David, called Shield of David in Hebrew, is a national symbol for Jews. Contrary to what many people believe, it's not a religious symbol.
What is meaning of hexagonal star in Israeli flag?
It is known in English as "The Jewish Star" or "the Star of David". In Hebrew is is called the Shield of David or Magen Dahveed (מגן דוד). It is the symbol of the Jewish nation all over the world. Legend says it was the shape of the shield that King David used, but this is only a story.
