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The Menorah is the ancient symbol of Jewish faith. It is a seven-branched candelabrum that was lit by the Kohanim (high priests) every evening in the Temple (in Jerusalem). In modern times, there is a something called a ner tamid: a lamp or torch that represents the menorah. You will also find many artistic interpretations of the menorah among the decor of any synagogue (we are not allowed to accurately replicate objects of The Temple).

At Chanukah, you'll often see an eight-branched candelabrum that some call a "menorah" but a more accurate term for that object is a "chanukkiah".

While the Star of David is commonly associated with Judaism, it's use is relatively new. The earliest uses of the Magen David among Jewish literature only dates back to the middle ages.

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