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# palm #
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## Definition: ##
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The term "palm" refers to a type of tall tree with long, flexible, leafy branches extending from the top in a fan-like pattern.
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* The palm tree in the Bible usually refers to a type of palm tree that produces a fruit called a "date." The leaves have a feather-like pattern.
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* Palm trees typically grow in places that have a hot, humid climate. Their leaves stay green all year long.
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* As Jesus was entering Jerusalem riding on a donkey, the people laid palm branches on the ground in front of him.
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* Palm branches signified peace and the celebration of a victory.
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2017-05-05 21:21:46 +00:00
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(See also: [donkey](../other/donkey.md), [Jerusalem](../other/jerusalem.md), [peace](../other/peace.md))
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## Bible References: ##
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* [1 Kings 06:29-30](en/tn/1ki/help/06/29)
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* [Ezekiel 40:14-16](en/tn/ezk/help/40/14)
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* [John 12:12-13](en/tn/jhn/help/12/12)
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* [Numbers 33:8-10](en/tn/num/help/33/08)
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## Word Data:##
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* Strong's:
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