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	::'''The Twelve Apostles''': The number twelve holds symbolic significance in Christianity, not only because of the Twelve Tribes but also due to the Twelve Apostles of Jesus. The Apostles are sometimes compared to the tribes, representing the foundation of the Christian Church and a continuation of God's plan for His people.		::'''The Twelve Apostles''': The number twelve holds symbolic significance in Christianity, not only because of the Twelve Tribes but also due to the Twelve Apostles of Jesus. The Apostles are sometimes compared to the tribes, representing the foundation of the Christian Church and a continuation of God's plan for His people.
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	::'''The Twelve Apostles''': The number twelve holds symbolic significance in Christianity, not only because of the Twelve Tribes but also due to the Twelve Apostles of Jesus. The Apostles are sometimes compared to the tribes, representing the foundation of the Christian Church and a continuation of God's plan for His people.		::'''The Twelve Apostles''': The number twelve holds symbolic significance in Christianity, not only because of the Twelve Tribes but also due to the Twelve Apostles of Jesus. The Apostles are sometimes compared to the tribes, representing the foundation of the Christian Church and a continuation of God's plan for His people.
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	'''Note''' - ''there is tremendous variation across different orders, sects and authors as to the correct attributions.''		'''Note''' - ''there is tremendous variation across different orders, sects and authors as to the correct attributions.''
		+	'''Note 2''' - there are 13 tribes listed here for completion's sake; Levi is included.

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 ==The Tribes, Blessings and Symbols==
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-|+ Blessings, Symbols, and Banner Colors of the 12 Tribes of Israel
+|+ Blessings, Symbols, Banner Colors, Astrological Attributions, and Cardinal Directions of the 12 Tribes of Israel
-! Tribe !! Blessing !! Symbol !! Banner Color
+! Tribe !! Blessing !! Symbol !! Banner Color !! Astrological Attribution !! Cardinal Direction
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-| Reuben || "Unstable as water, you shall not excel" || Mandrakes || Red
+| Reuben || "Unstable as water, you shall not excel" || Mandrakes || Red || Aquarius || South
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-| Simeon || "Cursed be their anger, for it was fierce" || City of Shechem or Sword || Green
+| Simeon || "Cursed be their anger, for it was fierce" || City of Shechem or Sword || Green || Pisces || South-East
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-| Levi || "I will divide them in Jacob and scatter them in Israel" || Breastplate || White, Black, and Red Stripes
+| Levi || "I will divide them in Jacob and scatter them in Israel" || Breastplate || White, Black, and Red Stripes || Gemini || Center
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-| Judah || "The scepter shall not depart from Judah" || Lion || Sky Blue
+| Judah || "The scepter shall not depart from Judah" || Lion || Sky Blue || Leo || East
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-| Zebulun || "He shall dwell at the haven of the sea" || Ship || White
+| Zebulun || "He shall dwell at the haven of the sea" || Ship || White || Cancer || North-East
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-| Issachar || "A strong donkey, resting between the sheepfolds" || Sun and Moon || Dark Blue
+| Issachar || "A strong donkey, resting between the sheepfolds" || Sun and Moon || Dark Blue || Taurus || South-East
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-| Dan || "Dan shall judge his people" || Serpent || Sapphire Blue
+| Dan || "Dan shall judge his people" || Serpent || Sapphire Blue || Scorpio || North
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-| Gad || "A troop shall tramp upon him, but he shall triumph" || Army Camp or Troop of Soldiers || Grey
+| Gad || "A troop shall tramp upon him, but he shall triumph" || Army Camp or Troop of Soldiers || Grey || Aries || South-West
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-| Asher || "His bread shall be rich" || Olive Tree or Branch || Aquamarine
+| Asher || "His bread shall be rich" || Olive Tree or Branch || Aquamarine || Libra || West
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-| Naphtali || "A deer let loose; he uses beautiful words" || Deer || Reddish-Black
+| Naphtali || "A deer let loose; he uses beautiful words" || Deer || Reddish-Black || Capricorn || North-West
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-| Ephraim (Joseph) || "A fruitful bough by a well" || Bull || Black
+| Ephraim (Joseph) || "A fruitful bough by a well" || Bull || Black || Virgo || West
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-| Manasseh (Joseph) || "A fruitful bough by a well" || Unicorn || Deep Red
+| Manasseh (Joseph) || "A fruitful bough by a well" || Unicorn || Deep Red || Sagittarius || North-East
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-| Benjamin || "A ravenous wolf" || Wolf || Multicolored
+| Benjamin || "A ravenous wolf" || Wolf || Multicolored || Aries || South
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 == City of Shechem ==

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 . '''Joseph's Brothers'''
- Joseph's brothers were grazing their father's flocks near Shechem when Joseph was sent to check on them, which eventually led to Joseph being sold into slavery (Genesis 37:12-28).
+Joseph's brothers were grazing their father's flocks near Shechem when Joseph was sent to check on them, which eventually led to Joseph being sold into slavery (Genesis 37:12-28).
 . '''Joshua's Covenant Renewal'''
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 === Symbolic Representation ===
-* '''Simeon and Levi''': In the context of Simeon's banner symbol, the City of Shechem can symbolize the violent actions taken by Simeon and Levi, representing their fierce and aggressive nature.
+'''Simeon and Levi''': In the context of Simeon's banner symbol, the City of Shechem can symbolize the violent actions taken by Simeon and Levi, representing their fierce and aggressive nature.
 Shechem, therefore, holds a multifaceted place in biblical narrative, associated with covenant, violence, refuge, and significant patriarchal events.
 ==The Levites==

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 . '''Abraham and Jacob'''
-   * '''Abraham''': Shechem is the first place Abraham visited when he entered Canaan, and he built an altar to the Lord there (Genesis 12:6-7).
+'''Abraham''': Shechem is the first place Abraham visited when he entered Canaan, and he built an altar to the Lord there (Genesis 12:6-7).
-   * '''Jacob''': Jacob later bought a piece of land at Shechem and also built an altar (Genesis 33:18-20).
+'''Jacob''': Jacob later bought a piece of land at Shechem and also built an altar (Genesis 33:18-20).
 . '''Dinah's Incident'''
-   * Shechem is notably the city where Dinah, the daughter of Jacob and Leah, was violated by Shechem, the son of Hamor the Hivite. This led to a violent retaliation by her brothers Simeon and Levi, who killed all the males in the city (Genesis 34).
+Shechem is notably the city where Dinah, the daughter of Jacob and Leah, was violated by Shechem, the son of Hamor the Hivite. This led to a violent retaliation by her brothers Simeon and Levi, who killed all the males in the city (Genesis 34).
 . '''Joseph's Brothers'''
-   * Joseph's brothers were grazing their father's flocks near Shechem when Joseph was sent to check on them, which eventually led to Joseph being sold into slavery (Genesis 37:12-28).
+ Joseph's brothers were grazing their father's flocks near Shechem when Joseph was sent to check on them, which eventually led to Joseph being sold into slavery (Genesis 37:12-28).
 . '''Joshua's Covenant Renewal'''
-   * Shechem was also the site where Joshua gathered all the tribes of Israel to renew their covenant with God after the conquest of Canaan (Joshua 24).
+Shechem was also the site where Joshua gathered all the tribes of Israel to renew their covenant with God after the conquest of Canaan (Joshua 24).
 . '''City of Refuge'''
-   * Shechem was designated as one of the cities of refuge where someone who had killed another person unintentionally could flee for protection (Joshua 20:7).
+Shechem was designated as one of the cities of refuge where someone who had killed another person unintentionally could flee for protection (Joshua 20:7).
 === Symbolic Representation ===