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🕍Synagogue EmojiUnicode: 1F54D

A Jewish house of worship.

Released in The Synagogue emoji 🕍 was introduced in Unicode 7.0 in 2014 as part of the Emoji 1.0 set, designed to represent Jewish religious buildings and promote cultural diversity in digital communication.

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Meaning and Interpretation

The Synagogue emoji 🕍 depicts a building with a dome and Star of David, symbolizing a synagogue, which is the primary place of worship, study, and community gathering for Jewish people. It represents the heart of Jewish religious life, where services like Sabbath prayers, Torah readings, and holidays such as Passover or Yom Kippur are observed. This emoji highlights themes of faith, tradition, education, and cultural heritage, often used to discuss Judaism, religious events, or interfaith dialogues in a respectful manner.

Symbolism

  • Represents Jewish faith, tradition, and the centrality of community in religious practice.
  • Symbolizes prayer, learning, and spiritual reflection as key aspects of Jewish culture.
  • Evokes themes of resilience and heritage, referencing historical synagogues as centers of survival and identity.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • In conversations about religious holidays or events, such as Hanukkah or bar mitzvahs.
  • During educational discussions on world religions, history, or cultural diversity.
  • In social media posts related to travel, architecture, or visits to places of worship.

Usage Examples in Conversation

I'm so excited for Shabbat services at the synagogue tonight! 🕍
Just learned about the history of Judaism; the synagogue is such a beautiful place. 🕍
Heading to the 🕍 for a community gathering – it's always inspiring.
Happy Hanukkah! Lighting the menorah at our local synagogue 🕍 feels magical.
If you're visiting Israel, you have to see the ancient synagogues. 🕍

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Use the emoji respectfully to honor Jewish culture and avoid stereotypes or misinformation.
  • Ensure the context is appropriate for religious topics to prevent unintended offense.
  • Avoid using it in casual or humorous ways that could trivialize sacred spaces or beliefs.

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