Star of David Symbol - Meaning, History, and Significance in Judaism #151049 (License: Personal Use)

The Star of David, or Magen David in Hebrew, consists of two overlapping equilateral triangles forming a hexagram. Though its use as a Jewish symbol became widespread only in the 17th century, it now represents Jewish identity, unity of opposites (e.g., heaven and earth), and divine protection. It appears on the flag of Israel and in synagogues, religious texts, and ceremonial objects.

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