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Cultural significance of birthstones
a sacred Jewish garment adorned with twelve stones representing the twelve tribes of Israel. Over time, these stones became associated with the zodiac signs and later, the calendar months ...
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Who Were the 12 Tribes of Israel and Did They Exist?
The 12 tribes of Israel, named after Jacob's sons, are central to the Hebrew Bible narrative. Scholars question the ...