olive branch
Article
A symbol of peace. In ancient times it was used as a signal between contending armies, asking for a truce.
Associated in Art with
- Gabriel the Archangel
- Pope Saint Zachary
- Saint Agnes of Rome
- Saint Barnabas the Apostle
- Saint Thecla of Lentini
MLA Citation
- “olive branch“. Emblems of the Faith. CatholicSaints.Info. 9 August 2013. Web. 14 December 2018. <>