Explanation of the Significant Symbols in the Saleeby Family

A photograph of a document that explains the significance of the symbols in the Saleeby Family. The document states, "The dominant figure of the Crucifix is the crest is the emblem which defines the family name. For in the Arabic Language, the word Saleeby and Saliba means the Cross. The Bishop's Crown of the Orthodox Church is symbolic of the religious and political power which was held by the Saleeby/Saliba Family in Lebanon and Syria for many centuries. The Olive Branch is symbolic for peace, and is also the fruit which provided our ancestors much of their daily sustenance. The Crossed Arabian swords are symbolic of the courage exhibited by our forefathers as they fought to protect their homes, their families, and their treasured Christian Religion", photograph taken in 2001.

Moise A. Khayrallah Center for Lebanese Diaspora Studies

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