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Star of David
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Star of David

Six-pointed star (made with two equilateral triangles), a symbol of Judaism since the 17th century. It is the central motif on the flag of Israel, and, since 1897, the emblem of Zionism.



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Following consultations with representatives from a wide range of religious groups, the airline said it would permit staff to wear a lapel pin symbol such as a Christian cross or Jewish Star of David, the company said.
The Christian cross should not be disparaged any more than the Jewish Star of David, the Islamic crescent and other symbols of other religious and ethnic groups that have helped establish and enhance our pluralistic community.
To counter the racist "Transfer=Security" stickers that have sprouted all over the country, there were "Transfer=War Crime" stickers, against the background of the yellow Jewish star that had been used by the Nazis during the Holocaust;
 
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