Jewish History: Biblical History: The Symbols of the Tribes:
What were the symbols of the Tribes of Israel?
According to the Midrash (on Num. 1:52 and 2:2), the symbols of the tribes
which were embroidered on their banners were as follows:
Reuven: Mandrake.
Shimon: City of Shechem.
Levi: Urim and Tumim.
Yehudah: Lion.
Yissachar: Sun and moon.
Zevulun: Ship.
Dan: Snake.
Naphtali: Deer.
Gad: Camp.
Asher: Olive tree.
Ephrayim: Bullock.
Menasheh: Wild ox.
Binyamin: Wolf.
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