D1 - Dove

The dove is the symbol of purity, peace, and the Holy Spirit.  (John 14:26) It appears at Jesus’ Baptism; “…he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and it abode upon him;  and behold, a voice from heaven said, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.”  (Mark 1:10-11)

The olive branch is a symbol of peace with God.  Because the dove returned with the olive branch, “Noah knew the waters were abated from the earth.” (Genesis 8:11) Also, because the olive tree produces much oil, it symbolizes the abundance that God gives to us.  (Judges 9:8) 

The Bible/Sacred Scripture is one of God’s ways of teaching us and speaking to us.(2 Timothy 3:16 and John 20:30-31).

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