Definitions

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  • noun A symbolic tree, used as a common figure in medieval art, whose branches represent religious genealogies.

Etymologies

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With reference to Isaiah XI, 1-3: "And there shall come forth a shoot from the stump of Jesse, and a branch shall grow out of his roots...".

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Examples

  • "Anyone willing to help her is more than welcome to call the Jesse Tree," he said.

    The Daily News - News 2009

  • After Hurricane Ike, organizations running tent shelters called The Jesse Tree repeatedly for such items as walkers, canes, commodes, shower stools, wheelchairs and special medical supplies.

    The Daily News - News 2009

  • Furthermore, a few themes really don't fit neatly into the salvation history chronology either, since there is one on typology, another on the Jesse Tree, and one simply called, "Old Testament Women."

    Archive 2008-06-08 Leigh 2008

  • Furthermore, a few themes really don't fit neatly into the salvation history chronology either, since there is one on typology, another on the Jesse Tree, and one simply called, "Old Testament Women."

    Review of Images of Salvation Leigh 2008

  • The lifeguards and members of Hight's group were receiving counseling from Jesse Tree, a Galveston social service agency, he said.

    chron.com Chronicle 2011

  • The Jesse Tree, a local nonprofit, charitable organization that connects, rebuilds and uplifts the lives of those seeking health care, social services and ministerial support, is actively engaged in Galveston's recovery by providing food, clothing, case-management, prescription assistance, chronic conditions management programs and much more to those still struggling to rebuild their lives after the storm.

    The Daily News - News 2010

  • Pianist Valencia Arceneaux will provide musical entertainment with special selections by vocalists David Mitchell and Lanell York, both staff members of The Jesse Tree.

    The Daily News - News 2010

  • Pianist Valencia Arceneaux will provide musical entertainment with special selections by vocalists David Mitchell and Lanell York, both staff members of The Jesse Tree.

    The Daily News - News 2010

  • The Jesse Tree, a local nonprofit, charitable organization that connects, rebuilds and uplifts the lives of those seeking health care, social services and ministerial support, is actively engaged in Galveston's recovery by providing food, clothing, case-management, prescription assistance, chronic conditions management programs and much more to those still struggling to rebuild their lives after the storm.

    The Daily News - News 2010

  • Pianist Valencia Arceneaux will provide musical entertainment with special selections by vocalists David Mitchell and Lanell York, both staff members of The Jesse Tree.

    The Daily News - News 2010

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