The lion of Judah is a very prominent symbol in Jewish tradition, as borne out by its depiction on ancient coins unearthed in the Holy Land, as well as on a modern Israeli coin. The kingly character of Judah, as mentioned in verse 10, is appropriately symbolized by the lion who is often called the king of beasts. This theme is carried through the Scriptures, even into the New Testament. Revelation 5:5 describes a scene in the throne room of Heaven in which the lion of the tribe of Judah is the main