THE STAR OF DAVID: Origins of an Ancient Symbol - Rabbi Michael Skobac - Jews for Judaism

[@democraticpatriot2657]

I thought the authentic symbolism of Judaism is the 7-branched menorah of the beit hamikdash.

[@RedZebb]

Yes the Roman Conquerers in 70 ACE agree with you, the Star of David really became popular in 1250 ACE

[@nickv1008]

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.

[@sithounetsith9877]

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.

[@humbledone6382]

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!

[@dromgarvan]

These lectures are really educational for non jews like myself. Many thanks.

[@sam.83]

Hashem bless you, Rabbi Skobac

[@edswl7681]

Toda Rabbi Skobac praying for Shalom in Israel! B"H

[@suzettedouglas8613]

Thanks for the information ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@alg11297]

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.

[@poletype12]

thanks, rabbi ( : From S.Korea Asian student

[@FollowingGDoutofChristianity]

thanks, I can relate to this and all of Judaism.

[@orangeblueandlavenda]

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.

[@lucilabadillo5823]

this star appeared in the room im staying in its a circle with the two triangles and from right to left each point has a color, yellow green blue purple red orange noone here drew it and noone knows how it got here, i didnt know and still dont really know why its here or how it got here.. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with me

[@erachmah]

Amazing, Rav! Gut shabes!!

[@MrLange256]

2 x 3 = 6 2 + 3 = 5 God is your shield God is your protector

[@aidovatatiana]

Rabbi, thank you for this video!

[@patrickbly4170]

The Amidah is such a wonderful communication device ... it can make a heart felt connection... Wonderful teaching and presentation 👏

[@rosepearl7092]

Thank you for your informative lecture on a topic that has been a great mystery! But what was that incessant banging?

[@JewsforJudaismCanada]

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.

[@Teslians]

The Magen David is numerically encoded in the hebrew word for wisdom. Its in Genesis 1.1

[@Jenifer_G]

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.

[@nathanhahnweb]

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.

[@gabrielleangelica1977]

Whatever it is...it is beautiful. When I see the Israeli flag, I see heaven.

[@jackeadeh641]

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

[@Jenifer_G]

Thats what I heard

[@kwyzi]

I love it !

[@j.lsantos9106]

Thank you rabbi Excellent explanation

[@777DivineFlame]

As above so Bellow meaning God's will on Earth as it is in Heaven

[@willschwarz1080]

Thank you for this information.

[@bookmouse770]

thank you Rabbi

[@yourturningpoint777]

Thank you rabbi.

[@jewishwhitetiger]

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!

[@michaelart4878]

The BRIGHT and MORNING STAR 🌹

[@batuach100]

No comments???

[@asher3225]

Its a symbol to Judaism, that's it. No explanation necessary. To try to explain it, will only lead to speculation.

[@michaelnorwood9509]

@9:39, you said it correctly, “A jewish star.”

[@RedZebb]

Rabbi is wearing a very large Yamulka almost the size Muslims wear.

[@Mindhumble]

Nice!

[@claudeatallah867]

How I love Dived my king

[@ammowalk2862]

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

[@dfcraigii]

This is manufactured, revisionistic storytelling. If God is your shield, why do you need a symbol which you've proven Hashem was not involved in? The works of His hands are indication enough of His presence and power. He gave explicit design commandments for the Arc of The Covenant, the tabernacle in the wilderness and the temple of Solomon down to minute details. He even specified how and by whom they could be handled. This contrived symbol coupled with just a shattering of rabbinical word salad, though I'm sure unintentionally, gaslights people looking for real answers into settling for myths. Stars, crosses, moons, etc etc etc. They're all adorned as amulets, unwittingly relied upper to channel divine powers. This is idolatry no matter the perceived social benefits.

[@jocelyndagoy2059]

Ok I never Do that again

[@humbledone6382]

Anything NOT explicitly taught in the Bible or in the Christian tradition from the apostles should be viewed in a skeptical perspective.