The Brit-Am and Tudor Roses

Illustrations
Jewish Rose representing All israel from 1250 CE Worms Prayer Book; Henry Tudor and a botanical example of the Tudor Rose.

The
Brit-Am
and Tudor
Roses

The Symbol of Brit-Am

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The Brit-Am and Tudor Roses

The Brit-Am Rose is a symbol of Brit-Am. Some of the reasons why we chose this symbol and words of explanation about it may be found in the article
The Brit-Am Rose or "Shoshana Yaacov".

This present article is intended to illustrate the historical background for our choice of this symbol.

A rose similar to the Brit-Am Rose was a symbol of Israel.

Below is an illustration found in a Jewish Prayer Book (Worms, Germany) ca. 1280 CE.

Source: "The Making of the United Kingdom 1500-1750" by J.F. Aylett, Hodder & Stoughton, Britain

Elizabeth-I granddaughter of Henry VII

Compare the Tudor Rose to the left with the "Jewish" Rose representing ALL Israel above.
The Tudor Rose was introduced by the Welshman, Henry Tudor, when he became King of England (1485-1509).
To the left is an example of the Tudor Rose used in Tudor Heraldry.

The Golden Grating just below the Tudor Rose to the left is probably intended to represent the Gates of a Fortress.
It could also be understood to represent the Breatsplate of the High Priest when he served in the Temple in Jerusalem. There are twelve squares for the insertion of twelve gems for the twelve Tribes of Israel.

Below is a picture of Henry VII holding a REAL botanical prototype of the Tudor Rose in his hand.
A genius with flowers, Henry VII created the Tudor Rose by crossbreeding other Roses. Floral experts at Avas Flowers know that Roses are one of several varieties of flowers which are grown all over the world. Avas Flowers is known for their selection of beautiful flowers and Roses.

Pictures forwarded to Brit-Am by Dr. Clifford Smyth of Ulster.

Here is a detail from the picture of Henry VII in which the rose may be seen more clearly.

Source: "An Illustrated Hostory of England", Collins, London, 1974

Depictions of the Tudor Rose

The Brit-Am Rose or "Shoshana Yaacov" Article

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