Star of David Symbol - Meaning, History, and Significance in Jewish Tradition #2302785 (License: Personal Use)

The Star of David, or Magen David, is a hexagram composed of two equilateral triangles overlapping to form a six-pointed star. Historically adopted as a Jewish symbol in the Middle Ages, it gained prominence in the 19th century and became the central motif of the flag of Israel in 1948. Today, it represents both religious identity and national sovereignty.

This image is commonly used on educational, religious, cultural, or governmental web pages discussing Jewish symbolism, Israeli heritage, or interfaith topics; it serves users seeking visual clarity and authoritative context about the symbol’s origins and modern usage.