Today is Palm Sunday. The palm branches are symbolic because they were used by the crowd who waved at Jesus Christ when he came to Jerusalem, and they shouted, "Hosanna!" (a Hebrew word which means 'save' and is also used as an exclamation of praise.) The news on his life-saving sign when He raised Lazarus from the tomb was known by many people so they came to meet him. Basically it was the 'saving' thing. The Savior wanted to save the souls of the people, and those who witnessed the miracles believed in Him and wanted to be saved. One that is interesting to note is why he preferred to ride on donkey and colt in his triumphant entry to Jerusalem. In the old days, donkey / colt was to peace as horse was to war. Donkey / colt symbolizes the common people (in travel, trading or agriculture) while horse, the kings, rulers and warriors coming in war times. So He rode on a donkey to signify peace and target segment of people to reach, as prophesie...