What is the Jews' holy symbol?

Answer 1

Jews identify themselves with the star of david. (two superimposed triangles making a six pointed star from six straight lines) A symbol frequently associated with Judaism is the menora. A candle holder for seven candles. There is one in the centre, three on the left and three on the right. The left and right candles are joined to each other through the central one with a semi circle.

Answer 2

There are many symbols associated with Judaism but you may be thinking of the Star of David. However, this is a common mistake as the Star (or Shield) of David isn't a religious symbol. The holy symbol for Judaism is the menorah, the seven branch candelabra that stood in the Temple.

Answer 3

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.

Answer 4

The religious symbol of Judaism is the menorah (7 branch candelabra).

Answer 5

Jews do not have a particular symbol associated with praying. The Magen David (Star of David) is a symbol of the Jewish people in general.