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Simon Stock receiving the Scapular from Our Lady of Mount Carmel.

 

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Carmelite Crest

Symbolism of the Carmelite Crest
 
 Mountain Mount Carmel home of Elijah, Elisha, and the first Carmelites. Also, a symbol of union with God. Mount Carmel in Palestine 'Cradle of the Order'
 
 Three Stars The two stars at the top are symbolic of Elijah and Elisha, while the single star at the bottom is for Mary. Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Faith, Hope, Charity
 
 Crown, Mary, Queen of Carmel
 
 Arm & Sword Symbol of the Spirit of Elijah, Father of Carmel
 
 Motto "Aelo, aelatus sum, pro Domino Deo exercatuum" 
 "With zeal, I am zealous for the Lord God Hosts" - these are the words of Elijah to God on the mountain. (3Kings 19:14, Douay-Rheims)
 
 Twelve Stars - Prerogatives of Mary and the twelve points of the Rule
 
 Cross On Mountain is the Distinctive mark of the Order of Discalced Carmelites