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'''Arms''' : Azure a menorah Or within an orle of twelve maple leaves Argent each charged with a Magen David Azure<br> | '''Arms''': Azure a menorah Or within an orle of twelve maple leaves Argent each charged with a Magen David Azure<br> | ||
'''Crest''' : A demi lion Azure holding in its dexter paw a menorah Or<br> | '''Crest''': A demi lion Azure holding in its dexter paw a menorah Or<br> | ||
'''Supporters''' : Two lions Or each gorged with a collar Azure charged with Magen Davids Or, standing on a rocky mound proper<br> | '''Supporters''': Two lions Or each gorged with a collar Azure charged with Magen Davids Or, standing on a rocky mound proper<br> | ||
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The supporters refer to the Lion of Judah and in this position symbolize the protection of the shield, the core emblem of the organization. The Magen David collars make these lions distinctive to B’nai Brith Canada. The rock represents the solid foundation that is the basis for B’nai Brith’s service to the community. | The supporters refer to the Lion of Judah and in this position symbolize the protection of the shield, the core emblem of the organization. The Magen David collars make these lions distinctive to B’nai Brith Canada. The rock represents the solid foundation that is the basis for B’nai Brith’s service to the community. | ||
The Hebrew phrase means “People helping people”, or, more literally, “All of Israel is responsible one for another”. | The Hebrew phrase means “People helping people”, or, more literally, “All of Israel is responsible one for another”.'''[[Literature]]''': Image and information from http://www.gg.ca | ||
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[[Category:Granted 2004]] | [[Category:Granted 2004]] | ||
Latest revision as of 06:03, 16 June 2024
B'NAI B'RITH CANADA
Official blazon
Arms: Azure a menorah Or within an orle of twelve maple leaves Argent each charged with a Magen David Azure
Crest: A demi lion Azure holding in its dexter paw a menorah Or
Supporters: Two lions Or each gorged with a collar Azure charged with Magen Davids Or, standing on a rocky mound proper
Motto:
Origin/meaning
The arms were officially granted on January 15, 2004.
The menorah is one of the most recognized and historic symbols of Judaism. A stylized menorah is also the current emblem of B’nai Brith Canada. The maple leaves represents the Canadian character of the organization, and the Magen David (shield or “star” of David) is another significant symbol of Judaism. Their number makes a reference to the twelve tribes of Israel.
strong and determined spirit of the organization in representing and protecting the community and in defence of human rights for all Canadians. The menorah links the crest to the arms.
The supporters refer to the Lion of Judah and in this position symbolize the protection of the shield, the core emblem of the organization. The Magen David collars make these lions distinctive to B’nai Brith Canada. The rock represents the solid foundation that is the basis for B’nai Brith’s service to the community.
The Hebrew phrase means “People helping people”, or, more literally, “All of Israel is responsible one for another”.Literature: Image and information from http://www.gg.ca
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