Introduction:
Palms are significant in biblical literature and history, symbolizing victory, peace, and eternal life. They are mentioned in various contexts throughout the Bible, from the construction of sacred spaces to the celebration of triumphs. The palm tree, particularly the date palm, is native to the Near East and has been a vital part of the region's ecology and economy.

Biblical References:

1. Symbol of Righteousness and Prosperity:
The palm tree is often used metaphorically in the Bible to represent righteousness and flourishing. Psalm 92:12 states, "The righteous will flourish like a palm tree, and grow like a cedar in Lebanon." This imagery conveys the idea of spiritual vitality and steadfastness.

2. Construction of Sacred Spaces:
Palms were used in the construction and decoration of sacred spaces. In 1 Kings 6:29, Solomon's temple is described: "On the walls all around the temple, in both the inner and outer rooms, he carved cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers." The use of palm motifs in the temple signifies beauty and divine presence.

3. Feast of Tabernacles (Sukkot):
Palms play a crucial role in the Feast of Tabernacles, a biblical festival commemorating the Israelites' journey through the wilderness. Leviticus 23:40 instructs, "On the first day you are to take the branches of majestic trees—palm branches, boughs of leafy trees, and willows of the brook—and rejoice before the LORD your God for seven days." The palm branches symbolize joy and celebration in God's provision and protection.

4. Triumphal Entry of Jesus:
The most notable New Testament reference to palms is during Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem. John 12:13 records, "They took palm branches and went out to meet Him, shouting: 'Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord! Blessed is the King of Israel!'" The waving of palm branches signifies the recognition of Jesus as the Messiah and King, echoing themes of victory and peace.

5. Vision of Heaven:
In the book of Revelation, palms appear in a vision of the heavenly multitude. Revelation 7:9 describes, "After this I looked and saw a multitude too large to count, from every nation and tribe and people and tongue, standing before the throne and before the Lamb. They were wearing white robes and holding palm branches in their hands." This scene symbolizes eternal victory and worship in the presence of God.

Cultural and Historical Context:

Palms were abundant in the ancient Near East, particularly in regions like Jericho, known as the "City of Palms" (Deuteronomy 34:3). The date palm, in particular, was valued for its fruit, shade, and wood. In biblical times, palms were associated with fertility and life, making them a fitting symbol for the themes they represent in Scripture.

Theological Significance:

The use of palms in the Bible underscores themes of righteousness, divine blessing, and eschatological hope. They serve as a reminder of God's provision and the ultimate victory of His kingdom. The imagery of palms in both the Old and New Testaments connects the temporal experiences of God's people with the eternal promises of His covenant.385. Ithamar -- "land of palms," a son of Aaron
... 384, 385. Ithamar. 386 . "land of palms," a son of Aaron. Transliteration:
Ithamar Phonetic Spelling: (eeth-aw-mawr') Short Definition: Ithamar. ...
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1193. Baal Tamar -- "possessor of palms," a place near Gibeah
... Baal Tamar. 1194 . "possessor of palms," a place near Gibeah. Transliteration:
Baal Tamar Phonetic Spelling: (bah'-al taw-mawr') Short Definition: Baal-tamar. ...
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8558. tamar -- palm tree, date palm
... Word Origin from the same as tomer Definition palm tree, date palm NASB Word Usage
date palms (1), palm (3), palm tree (3), palm trees (4), palms (1). ...
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2946. taphach -- to extend, spread
... denom. From tephach, from dandling on the palms -- span, swaddle. see HEBREW
tephach. 2945, 2946. taphach. 2947 . Strong's Numbers.
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359. Eloth -- "grove of lofty trees"
... Elath, Eloth. Or meylath {ay-lath'}; from 'ayil; trees or a grove (ie Palms); Eloth
or Elath, a place on the Red Sea -- Elath, Eloth. see HEBREW 'ayil. ...
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3709. kaph -- hollow or flat of the hand, palm, sole (of the foot) ...
... 1), footstep* (1), give pledges* (1), grasp (2), hand (46), handful* (1), handles
(1), hands (69), hands* (1), hollow (1), hoof* (1), palm (8), palms (3), pan ...
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Oration on the Palms.
... Fragments Oration on the Palms. I. Blessed be God; let us proceed, brethren,
from wonders to the miracles of the Lord, and as it ...
/.../methodius/the writings of methodius fragments/oration on the palms.htm

Strew Palms, Strew Palms Upon the Way,
... PALM SUNDAY TO PENTECOST. PALM SUNDAY II Strew palms, strew palms upon
the way,. 8,8,8,8. Strew palms, strew palms upon the way,. ...
/.../brownlie/hymns of the russian church/ii strew palms strew palms.htm

But, Says Some One, "Are These Things to be Understood of the Lord ...
... the people." The Lord is judged then according to the Prophet's testimony, and not
only judged, but scourged, and smitten on the face with the palms (of men's ...
/.../21 but says some one.htm

The Writing on God's Hands
... THE WRITING ON GOD'S HANDS. 'Behold! I have graven thee upon the palms of My
hands; thy walls are continually before Me.'"Isaiah 49:16. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture h/the writing on gods hands.htm

What and Whence are These?
... These bearing the palms"whence came they? ... The winners of these palms must have passed
through a battle of battles, an agony of agonies, a great tribulation. ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 18 1872/what and whence are these.htm

The Saints of God in Yonder Realm,
... II. The palms they wear in yonder realm,. And wave before the throne,. ... When sin
was overthrown;". Those palms were won where willows grow,. ...
/.../brownlie/hymns of the apostolic church/the saints of god in.htm

Matt. xxvi. 67, 68
... Homily LXXXV. Matt. XXVI. 67, 68. Matt. XXVI.67, 68. "Then did they spit in His
face, and buffeted Him, and others smote Him with the palms of their hands ...
/.../homilies on the gospel of saint matthew/homily lxxxv matt xxvi 67.htm

The Coast of the Asphaltites, the Essenes. En-Gedi.
... but it is now destroyed: but its glory for the famous groves, that are there, doth
still endure: and in regard of its most lofty woods of palms, it hath ...
/.../lightfoot/from the talmud and hebraica/chapter 6 the coast of.htm

All Saint's Day Lo, a Great Multitude which no Man could Number ...
... could number, of all nations, and kindreds and people, and tongues, stood before
the throne and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes, and palms in their ...
/.../winkworth/lyra germanica the christian year/all saints day lo a.htm

In Jericho and at Bethany - Jericho - a Guest with Zacch??us - the ...
... of sacrifice. The first station reached was Jericho, the City of Palms,'
a distance of only about six hours from Jerusalem. The ...
/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter xxiv in jericho and.htm

Palms (20 Occurrences)
...Palms (20 Occurrences). Matthew 26:67 Then did they spit in his face, and buffeted
him; and others smote him with the palms of their hands, (KJV ASV DBY WBS). ...
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Palm (49 Occurrences)
... the palm attracts the eye wherever it is seen." The whole land of Palestine was
called by the Greeks and Romans Phoenicia, ie, "the land of palms." Tadmor in ...
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Tree (245 Occurrences)
... shaking a bunch of the male flowers over the female for the same purpose as the
people of modern Gaza ascend the tall trunks of the fruit-bearing palms and tie ...
/t/tree.htm - 75k

Wanderings (7 Occurrences)
... Near the center of the plateau is the small fort of Nakhl ("the palms"), where water
is found; but, as a whole, the Tih is waterless, having very few springs ...
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Buffet (4 Occurrences)
... Matthew 26:67 Then did they spit in his face, and buffeted him; and others smote
him with the palms of their hands, (Root in KJV ASV DBY WBS YLT). ...
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Struck (373 Occurrences)
... 65 Some began to spit on him, and to cover his face, and to beat him with fists,
and to tell him, "Prophesy!" The officers struck him with the palms of their ...
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Palm-tree (8 Occurrences)
Palm-tree. Palms, Palm-tree. Palm-trees . Multi-Version Concordance ... (See JPS
ASV BBE WBS). Palms, Palm-tree. Palm-trees . Reference Bible.
/p/palm-tree.htm - 8k

Hand (14438 Occurrences)
... The palms of the hands of Dagon are mentioned as cut off, when the idol was found
mutilated in the presence of the ark of Yahweh (1 Samuel 5:4), from which may ...
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Arabah (32 Occurrences)
... from the Edomite mountains on the east, which altogether water an oasis of considerable
extent, covered with a thicket of young palms, tamarisks, willows and ...
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