21 West – Trinity
Al Hinson – Donor
The star of David is a Jewish symbol comprising two equilateral triangles laid atop each other and forming a six-pointed star. According to the Encyclopedia Britannica, the star of David is also known as the Magen David or Mogen David, meaning “shield of David.”
According to The Star of Redemption, by Franz Rosenzweig, the hexagram, or star of David, comprises two interlocking triangles. It symbolizes the relationship between humanity and God, with the corners of one representing creation, revelation, and redemption, and the corners of the other representing Man, the World, and God.
Other sources say the direction of the two triangles carries much symbolic significance. One point up, signifying God, and the other down, signifying people. Together they represent a covenant between God and God’s people.
The three-sided triangle has been preempted by the Christian church as a symbol of the Trinity.
When they saw that the star had stopped, they were overwhelmed with joy. —Matthew 2:10