# palm # ## Definition: ## The term "palm" refers to a type of tall tree with long, flexible, leafy branches extending from the top in a fan-like pattern. * The palm tree in the Bible usually refers to a type of palm tree that produces a fruit called a "date." The leaves have a feather-like pattern. * Palm trees typically grow in places that have a hot, humid climate. Their leaves stay green all year long. * As Jesus was entering Jerusalem riding on a donkey, the people laid palm branches on the ground in front of him. * Palm branches signified peace and the celebration of a victory. (See also: [[other/donkey]] **·** [[other/jerusalem]] **·** [[other/peace]]) ## Bible References: ## * [1 Kings 06:29-30](en/tn/1ki/help/06/29) * [Ezekiel 40:14-16](en/tn/ezk/help/40/14) * [John 12:12-13](en/tn/jhn/help/12/12) * [Numbers 33:8-10](en/tn/num/help/33/08)