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The Jesse Tree

JesseTree, Hollymount Church, Malvern
Jesse tree Sculpture

I found myself constantly looking up the Jesse tree information, such as which ornament to use for a certain day and the topic order for the devotions. Each symbol in the table is linked to the ornament I designed for it, on Zazzle’s site.

I knew I needed a central location for this information, and here it is!

List of Jesse Tree Devotionals and Resources

Jesse Tree Joseph Coat of Many Colors Ornament

Jesse Tree Joseph Coat of Many Colors Ornament

by ilonagarden

What is the Jesse Tree?

Entries for symbols are linked to my Zazzle stickers for the Jesse tree ornaments (except for the Joseph’s coat, linked to a coat-shaped ornament); entries for the days are linked to the Jesse tree devotionals of 2011. You can find the scriptures in the translation version of your choice at BibleGateway.

Symbol/icon | Day/devotional link | Bible verse

Jesse Tree

sprouting tree stump1st DayIsa.11:1-10
World Globe -Creation2nd DayGen. 1:1 -2:3
apple -Adam3rd DayGen. 3:1-19
rainbow -Noah4th DayGen. 6
stars -Abraham5th DayGen. 12:1-7
cradle -Sarah6th DayGen. 21:1-7
ram or bundle of twigs-Isaac7th DayGen. 22:1-19
ladder-Jacob8th Day Gen. 28:15
coat of colors- Joseph9th DayGen. 37
scroll-law -Moses10th DayEx. 2:1-10
Rahab-scarlet thread11th DayJosh. 2:1-21
Ruth- sheaf of wheat12th DayRuth 1:15- 2:3
David-harp13th Day1 Sam. 16
King's crown- Son of David14th Day2 Samuel 7:14–16
lion- Daniel15th DayDaniel 6
tower- Habakkuk16th DayHabakkuk 2:1
whale- Sign of Jonah17th DayLuke 11:29
sceptre- Christ shall rule18th DayGenesis 49:10, Psalm 45:6-7
shell -John the Baptist
19th DayLuke 3:16
heart 20th Day
Isaiah 9:6, Luke 1: 26-38
Joseph-carpenter tool21st DayMatt. 1:19-25
Bethlehem22nd DayMicah 5:1-2
Virgin Mary-lily23rd DayLuke 2:1-5, Isaiah 7:14
lamb24th DayIsaiah 11: 6-9
sun- the Son25th DayMalachi 4:2
angel26th DayLuke 2:14
camel- Magi27th DayMatthew 2:10
nativity28th DayLuke 2:1-20

Alternative schedule of readings and ornaments: More on the Jesse tree.

 

Made For You or Make Your Own?

I have noticed many more kits that are made for you or those which include elements to make your own. Look for these or use those I have curated for you.

Simple as a Coloring Book

Take one Mom’s idea of using coloring book pictures, printed ones from the internet, or spring for a collection that is much more ornate and crafted. Whichever tradition you choose, it is one that you can easily make your own.
How to make and set up your Jesse tree.

Home-made work by polkadotcreations
Printed circles, cut out and colored with crayons. Photo by polkadotcreations.

Have you asked “I’m not sure I want to make my own Jesse tree and the ornaments for it, are there quality ones I can buy?”

I have made ornaments at Zazzle and a set of Jesse tree symbol stickers (which can be used to make your own ornament crafts). I suggest using the large size stickers in the round shape, from the many shapes and sizes at Zazzle. Their quality of printing and materials is outstanding.

Partner with the Traditional Advent Wreath

Combine the Jesse tree devotional theme with your wreath of candles. Below is a reminder of the customary meanings of the four candles. A fifth is sometimes added for Christmas day.

The Four Candles of Advent

  1. Candle of Prophecy (signifying hope)
  2. Candle of Peace
  3. Candle of Joy
  4. The Candle of Love

The Meaning and Christian Symbolism

Colors and symbols of Advent

 

Coloring pages:
Jesse tree coloring pages, pdf file
People of the Bible Jesse tree coloring

Related Links:
Jesse Tree pages
German Brides Tree
Ornament examples and ideas

Resources:

The Jesse Tree Kit *

Protestant’s Jesse Tree Version

The Remembering Tree

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