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Definition of Mogen David
1. Noun. A six-pointed star formed from two equilateral triangles; an emblem symbolizing Judaism.
Generic synonyms: Allegory, Emblem, Hexagram
Lexicographical Neighbors of Mogen David
Literary usage of Mogen David
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Handbook of Social Resources of the United States by Genevieve Poyneer Hendricks (1921)
"Red Mogen David. See American Red Mogen David. Red Shield of David. See American
Red Mogen David. Red Triangle League (org. 1919), 347 Madison Ave., ..."
2. Missionary Review of the World (1917)
"Emperor Charles gave to the Jews of Prague a standard with the Mogen David, which
is in existence today. The Jewish organizations for the care of the sick ..."
3. The New Era (1874)
"Over the doorway is an arched slab bearing the inscription, "Hebrew Orphan Asylum;"
And in the centre of each of the projecting gables is a Mogen David, ..."
4. New Homes for Old by Sophonisba Preston Breckinridge (1921)
"... Louisiana Progressive Order of the West 406-107-408 Frisco Building Ninth and
Olive Streets, St. Louis, Missouri Red Mogen David of America 201 Second ..."
5. Jewish Life in the East by Sydney Montagu Samuel (1881)
"... converted stand for distributing boat tickets; the Ark, a cupboard covered
with a striped green and yellow curtain, with a Mogen David\ braided upon it. ..."