Star of David Symbol - Meaning, History, and Significance in Judaism #2302983 (License: Personal Use)

The Star of David, known in Hebrew as Magen David (Shield of David), is a six-pointed star created by overlaying two equilateral triangles. It has become the most widely recognized symbol of Jewish identity and Judaism worldwide, prominently featured on the flag of Israel and in synagogues, religious texts, and ceremonial objects. Historically adopted in the 17th century and later embraced during the Zionist movement, it now signifies both spiritual protection and national unity.

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