# palm, palms, palm branch

## 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: [donkey](../other/donkey.md), [Jerusalem](../names/jerusalem.md), [peace](../other/peace.md)) 

## Bible References:

* [1 Kings 06:29-30](rc://en/tn/help/1ki/06/29)
* [Ezekiel 40:14-16](rc://en/tn/help/ezk/40/14)
* [John 12:12-13](rc://en/tn/help/jhn/12/12)
* [Numbers 33:09](rc://en/tn/help/num/33/09)

## Word Data:

* Strong's: H3712, H8558, H8560, H8561, G5404