The Zion Symbol
"The Lord loves the gates of Zion more than all the dwelling places of Jacob. Glorious things of you are spoken, O city of God. ... Of Zion it shall be said, 'This one and that one were born in her'; for the Most High himself will establish her." Psalm 87:2-3, 5
The crest is a traditional symbol for Zion: the eternity of a circle enclosing the crown of life surrounded by the palms of victory and the stars of eternal glory.
The Circle
Encircled by Arms Everlasting, The Zion on earth stands secure,
Though dangers their dark shadows casting, Her downfall may seem to assure.
The Crown
Her people, weak, lowly despised, Are kings in the sight of their Lord
His sons and His daughters high-prized, Reborn by the Water and Word.
The Palms
Their faith every foe overcometh, The victory, the triumph is theirs;
Each warreth and never succumbeth, Unseen though the palms that he bears.
The Stars
Each true congregation of Zion, A star in the Lord's own right hand,
To light all those lost in sin's darkness, The way to the heavenly land.
One day, with great joy their sheaves bringing,
With absolute righteousness crowned,
With palms in their hands, their hearts singing,
About the Lamb's throne they'll be found.
Then they who were wise to turn sinners
From sin to Christ's righteousness here,
As stars shall these faithful soul-winners
For ever and ever shine there.