Star of David - Wikipedia
WEBTekhelet colored Star of David, as depicted on the flag of Israel. The Star of David (Hebrew: מָגֵן דָּוִד, romanized: Magen David, lit. 'Shield of David') [a] is a generally recognized symbol of both Jewish identity and Judaism. [1] Its shape is that of a hexagram: the compound of two equilateral triangles.
Star of David | Meaning, Image, & Facts | Britannica
WEBAug 23, 2024 · Star of David, Jewish symbol composed of two overlaid equilateral triangles that form a six-pointed star. It appears on synagogues, Jewish tombstones, and the flag of the State of Israel.
What is the Star of David? - My Jewish Learning
WEBThe six-pointed Star of David is a common symbol for both Judaism and Israel. Known in Hebrew as a Magen David (shield of David), geometrically it is two triangles superimposed on each other, forming the shape of a hexagram. Though today the symbol popularly communicates Jewishness, its associations with Judaism are newer than one might think.
Magen David - Star of David - Jewish Virtual Library
WEBThe Magen David (Heb. מָגֵן דָּוִד; shield of David more commonly known as the Star of David), the symbol most commonly associated with Judaism today, is the hexagram or six-pointed star formed by two equilateral triangles which have the same center and are placed in opposite directions.
The Star of David - Kabbalistic Insights Into the Jewish Star
WEBThe Star of David is a six-pointed star, composed of two overlaid equilateral triangles, one pointing up and the other pointing down. Also known as a "Jewish Star," the Star of David is a symbol commonly associated with Judaism and the Jewish People. In Hebrew, it is called Magen David (מָגֵן דָּוִד), the “Shield of David”.
Star of David Symbol – Origins and Meanings - Symbol Sage
WEBJan 10, 2023 · The Star of David is a geometrically simple design, made by overlaying two equilateral triangles on each other to create a six-pointed star or hexagram. The symbol of the six-pointed star originated in antiquity, and appears to have been used by several cultures, including the Jews.
The surprising history of the Star of David - Unpacked
WEBHow did two overlapping triangles come to be the most universally recognizable symbol associated with Judaism? In ancient times, the Star of David — or the Magen David — wasn’t an exclusively Jewish symbol. It was a common geometric symbol, just like the five-point star and even the swastika.
Star of David (Magen David): Origins & Meaning | Aish
WEBIn modern times, the Star of David has become a premier Jewish symbol. This six-pointed star (hexagram), made of two interlocking triangles, can be found on mezuzahs, menorahs, tallit bags and kippahs. Ambulances in Israel bear the sign of the red Star of David, and the flag of Israel has a blue Star of David planted squarely in the center.
Star of David - Judaicapedia
WEBMay 29, 2023 · The Star of David, also known as the Shield of David or Magen David in Hebrew, is a symbol that holds great significance in Jewish culture and identity. It consists of two overlapping equilateral triangles, forming a six-pointed star.
Magen David ('Star' of David) - BJE
WEBThe six-pointed star known as the Star of David (magen david) is actually a relatively new Jewish symbol, closely associated with the establishment of the State of Israel. The magen david is made up of two equilateral triangles entwined together to form a six-cornered star.