THE STAR OF DAVID: Origins of an Ancient Symbol - Rabbi Michael Skobac - Jews for Judaism
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- Опубліковано 13 лип 2019
- THE STAR OF DAVID: Origins of an Ancient Symbol - with Rabbi Michael Skobac - Jews for Judaism
The six-pointed star is one of the most recognized Jewish symbols around. Its origins are not clear and probably evolved over time. This lecture explores some of the background and sources of the Jewish Star or Star of David in the Bible, later rabbinic literature as well archaeological findings. In addition, possible meaning and symbolism of the Star of David are discussed.
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I thought the authentic symbolism of Judaism is the 7-branched menorah of the beit hamikdash.
Yes the Roman Conquerers in 70 ACE agree with you, the Star of David really became popular in 1250 ACE
These lectures are really educational for non jews like myself. Many thanks.
It is in human nature to find symbols as a remembering tool. As the sun, moon, rocks, fish, crosses, graven images are easy to accept. As for me, I will accept NO image before GOD.
Why does the star of David look like the star of the Tabernacle of Moloch and the God Remphan?
Obviously the star of David goes back to the time when Judeans fled Babylon and took the Star of Moloch as their worship of Baphomet.
You can have images to reflect that you are a Christian, as in a safe meeting place, which the fish symbolized. It was not a graven image of God Himself!
Hashem bless you, Rabbi Skobac
I went to a Kaballah type service one shabbat morning (unfortunately) During the service we were told to concentrate on various points of the magen david as a means of "meditation". I don't believe in meditation but this sounded even more strange. I was told the magan david was a some sort of magic symbol but just like any symbol it can be interpreted almost any way. The Swasitka in Indian lore is some kind of good luck symbol.
Toda Rabbi Skobac praying for Shalom in Israel! B"H
Amazing, Rav! Gut shabes!!
The Amidah is such a wonderful communication device ... it can make a heart felt connection... Wonderful teaching and presentation 👏
Great video... Although you mentioned that the first time the words Magen David or shield of David were explicitly connected to the s p e c i f i c 6 pointed star was around 1250 CE. There are many examples of the six pointed star earlier than the dates you quoted of it being of Hindu in origin. Coins from the 11th century alone exist today with the 6 pointed star. Also, Hinduism being the oldest of religions accessible to us, it seems to me that you may be trying to coagulate a term from the 6th century and conjoin it with a more modern symbol that doesn't stand up to scrutiny. As far as I can see it, it is still an older symbol than you're implying from an even older religion. I could be wrong, but I've watched this a few times and with what I know of Hinduism, you don't seem to have enough evidence to support your claims connecting the exact symbol to the 6th century BCE.
thanks, I can relate to this and all of Judaism.
thanks, rabbi ( : From S.Korea Asian student
Davids shield was a triangle. They added an upside down triangle for some reason. The star symbol itself is a symbol of the red dwarf star which comes around every 2500 years. There are many symbols of this same star. The star of David simply is Israels depiction of a warning and reminder about the passing of this star.
Thank you for your informative lecture on a topic that has been a great mystery! But what was that incessant banging?
The incessant clicking sound was caused by the lectern having a loose screw. Every time the Rabbi would lean on it, the result was a creaking sound. We're sorry.
Rabbi, thank you for this video!
The BRIGHT and MORNING STAR
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I M not Jewish , however Maybe that king David used the Greek letter Delta His name starts with Delta and Ends in Delta inverted the letter and made the star. Thank you
The Magen David is numerically encoded in the hebrew word for wisdom. Its in Genesis 1.1
Nice!
I love it !
Thank you for this information.
thank you Rabbi
Amazing!! I had a Dream of Megan David! I have the Tattoo of Megan David tattoo on my face! It was reason I went to my Jewish roots!
No comments???
2 x 3 = 6
2 + 3 = 5
God is your shield
God is your protector
Its a symbol to Judaism, that's it. No explanation necessary. To try to explain it, will only lead to speculation.
Rabbi, I once learned the star of David symble is made up thus:
The initial of King David at top and also upside down at the bottom. Alpha, Beta Delta.
Whatever it is...it is beautiful. When I see the Israeli flag, I see heaven.
@9:39, you said it correctly, “A jewish star.”
How I love Dived my king
The Star of David is rooted in metaphysics. 😀
Anything NOT explicitly taught in the Bible or in the Christian tradition from the apostles should be viewed in a skeptical perspective.
Ok I never Do that again
Hiya, I disagree about the eight point star ever being used to identify Hebrews. That was the star of Ishtar. But the six point star is definitely the Star of David righteous, pure, and holy. This I have verification through communication with Heavenly angels. And don't forget the Six Million of us who wore it to identify ourselves as Jews. Thank you kindly, shalom