A-Z: General definitions: Dove

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Doves are used in the Bible to represent 1. Reconciliation and peace. This arises from the story of Noah, when a dove sent out from the Ark returns with an olive leaf in its beak, signifying that the storm / flood was over (Genesis 8:11). 2. The Holy Spirit as at the baptism of Jesus (Matthew 3:16).

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