Tree(s)

There are over 35 trees listed in scripture. And they all have been named for a reason. There are 287 references to Tree(s).

To be hanged on a tree was to be cursed.
(Galatians 3:13 Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree).
(Deuteronomy 21:23 His body shall not remain all night upon the tree, but thou shalt in any wise bury him that day; (for he that is hanged is accursed of God;)…)
The cross of Christ was referred to as a tree. (checkout The Cross)
Although not mentioned in Scripture, it is thought that the Cross was made from a Dogwood tree.

For more information on Trees, continue reading Tree(s) Part 2

CLICK ON A TREE FOR SPECIFIC INFORMATION:

AlmondAlgumAlmugApple
BayBox
CedarChesnutCorrupt
Dry
Eden, Trees ofEvery
FigFruit
GoodGreatGopherGreen
Hazel
Juniper
Knowledge, Tree of
Life, Tree of
MulberryMustardMyrtleMyrtle Vine
OakOlive
PomegranatePalmPinePoplar
Righteousness, Trees of
ShittahSycamore
Teil
Vine
Willow

The ancient symbol of the Tree has been found to represent physical and spiritual nourishment, transformation and liberation, union and fertility.
Often seen as a symbol of femininity due to its long branches and flowing leaves, the trunk is seen as masculine.

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