Why is this such a big deal? Because it symbolises the city itself! Jerusalem is where the past and the present co-exist, sometimes in harmony, sometimes in tension. Yet, looking at the Jerusalem flag, it’s like seeing all these fragments come together to form a complete picture. It’s unity in a rectangular piece of fabric. Fact 12: The Wall That Tells a Thousand Stories: A Time-Tested Emblem on the Jerusalem Flag Navy blue flag with a white vertically elongated oval set near the hoist containing a vertically elongated blue Star of David.

The flag’s visibility on this particular day is more than just festive decoration. It’s a powerful statement of unity and commemoration. It’s like the whole city comes together, connected by this shared symbol. Flags have a way of doing that, don’t they? They bring people together under a common banner. Fact 10: More Than Just a Memento: Why Tourists Love Flag Souvenirs Culture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family.

Have you ever wondered what these navy-blue lines on a white background and a hexagram centred between them mean? Israel’s national flag, which can be seen hanging in many homes, in addition to public spaces across Israel, actually recalls some significant Jewish emblems and it is also used as a symbol of Judaism and Zionism.

The flag is used by Israeli Navy, being a blue flag with white triangle at hoist and blue Magen David in it. Proportions are 2:3. Yakov M. Rabkin (2006). A threat from within: a century of Jewish opposition to Zionism. Fernwood Pub. p. 166. ISBN 978-1-55266-171-0 . Retrieved 16 August 2011.

A blue field with the National Flag of Israel in the canton and the Coat of Arms surmounting a palewise sword enfiling an olive wreath, charged in the flyYou might think the Jerusalem flag is just a local affair. After all, it represents a specific city. But here’s a twist: this flag has gone global. Surprising. You’ll see it waved at protests, flaunted at events, and displayed in various corners of the world. It’s more than just a city flag; it’s become a global emblem. When you first look at the Jerusalem flag, two colours immediately catch your eye: blue and white—but ever wondered why these particular shades? Well, the story goes beyond just aesthetic appeal. You see, the colours have been borrowed from none other than the national flag of Israel. That’s right, the country’s flag also sports these classic hues.

A dark blue field with the National Flag of Israel in the canton and the Armed forces emblem (erected sword on olive branch, on two horizontal wings, on one bent anchor, surrounded by a garland of palms) in the fly Institute for Intelligence and Special Operations – 'Mossad' (haMosad leModiʿin uleTafkidim Meyukḥadim – haMosad) flagThe 2007 World Record Flag, which was unveiled at an airfield near the historic mountain fortress of Masada. The flag, manufactured in the Philippines, measured 660 by 100 meters (2,170 ft × 330 ft) and weighed 5.2 tonnes (5.7 short tons), breaking the previous record, measured and verified by representatives for the Guinness Book of Records. It was made by Filipino entrepreneur and Evangelical Christian Grace Galindez-Gupana as a religious token and diplomatic gesture of support for Israel. [42] In the Philippines, churches often display the Israeli flag. [43] This record has since been surpassed several times. [44] Whenever you see this lion, consider it a nod to the rich tapestry of Jewish history and culture. It speaks volumes, reminding us of a past that’s interwoven with faith, courage, and royalty. Fact 3: The Wall Above the Lion: More Than Just Stones and Mortar In 1885, the agricultural village of Rishon LeZion used a blue and white flag incorporating a blue Star of David, designed by Israel Belkind and Fanny Abramovitch, in a procession marking its third anniversary. [5] In 1891, Michael Halperin, one of the founders of the agricultural village Nachalat Reuven flew a similar blue and white flag with a blue hexagram and the text " נס ציונה" ( Nes Ziona, "a banner for Zion": a reference to Jeremiah 4:6, later adopted as the modern name of the city). A blue and white flag, with a Star of David and the Hebrew word " Maccabee", was used in 1891 by the Bnai Zion Educational Society. Jacob Baruch Askowith (1844–1908) [6] and his son Charles Askowith designed the "flag of Judah", which was displayed on 24 July 1891, at the dedication of Zion Hall of the B'nai Zion Educational Society in Boston, Massachusetts. Based on the traditional tallit, or Jewish prayer shawl, that flag was white with narrow blue stripes near the edges and bore in the center the ancient six-pointed Shield of David with the word "Maccabee" painted in blue Hebrew letters. [7] Herzl's proposed flag, as sketched in his diaries. Although he drew a Star of David, he did not describe it as such.

A dark blue field with the National Flag of Israel in the canton and the Coat of Arms surmounting a palewise sword enfiling an olive wreath, charged in the fly Imagine a bridge that spans across time. One end is anchored in the ancient world, with symbols like the Lion of Judah. The other end is firmly planted in the present, showcasing modern design elements. That’s what the Jerusalem flag does; it acts as that bridge. It seamlessly blends the old with the new, connecting you to both eras.A blue triangle at the hoist side, charged with a red Latin cross; and four stripes (from top to bottom), red, yellow, white and blue. The National Committee for the Heads of the Arab Local Authorities in Israel (December 2006). "The Future Vision of Palestinian Arabs in Israel" (PDF). p. 7. Archived from the original (PDF) on 27 March 2009 . Retrieved 30 April 2020.