Old Testament Gad Wooden Doll Ornament

Handmade original Old Testament Gad wooden doll ornament. Perfect for the Christmas Tree. Bring out on his feast day. Gift for a birthday or sacrament (Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation, Holy Orders, Marriage) celebration. Teacher, priest, grandparent gift.

One of the 12 tribes of Israel, the 7th son of Jacob with Zilpah, his 4th wife and Leah’s maidservant, who was also the mother of Asher. In Hebrew name – chosen by Leah - means “good fortune” (Gen 30: 10-11). Fathered 7 sons: Zephon, Haggi, Shuni, Ezbon, Arodi and Areli. In his blessing Jacob praised Gad, predicting the tribe would contain brave troops that would drive off raiders and victoriously pursue Israel’s enemies: “Gad will be attacked by a band of raiders, but he will attack them at their heels.” (Gen 49:19). At the end of The Exodus, Gad’s tribe asked to settle east of the Jordan River along with Reuben and Manasseh; these tribes owned substantial amounts of livestock. This border position of Jordan also allowed Gad to fulfill Jacob’s prophecy in protecting Israel from attack. Before Moses died, he blessed the tribes of Israel, comparing Gad to a lion and celebrated the Lord’s goodness in enlarging Gad’s territory: “Blessed is he who enlarges Gad’s domain! Gad lives there like a lion, tearing at arm or head.”

Made of wood, felt, ribbon, and handmade accessories. Includes tag and card with Saint description. Approximately 4" tall. Packaged in cellophane bag. Shipped in box with bubble wrap.