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== Introduction == The Zechariah seal is the family crest used by a number of families of Jewish heritage. The exact origins of the seal are unclear, yet the symbolism of its elements is universally agreed upon. Indeed, the seal consists of three distinct elements. A stylised Lion of Judah in the 'statant' position, a Judea Date Palm and the phrase "Chazak Ve'ematz" in Hebrew. The Lion of Judah reflects the families lineage from the Ancient Israelite tribe of Judah. It is strikingly similar to the lion present on the "Megiddo Seal" used by a minister in the government of King Jeroboam II. The Judea Date Palm has long been a Jewish symbol, pre-dating the Star of David by many centuries. It is used in Jewish iconography and seen to be reflective of beauty, fruitfulness and the land of Israel, being one of the seven species. Even the Romans frequently used the Judea Date Palm on their coinage for the province. The Hebrew phrase "Chazak Ve'ematz" is an Ancient Jewish saying meaning "Be strong and courageous." The phrase has its origins in the Book of Joshua (1:9). The combination symbolizes that the bearers of the seal possess the strength and courage of lions, but only in defence of the virtue, fruitfulness and societal contribution represented by the date palm. Furthermore, this all exists within the prism of heritage and honouring the past. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Zechariah Seal」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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