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It is named after the descendants of the Old Testament patriarch Jacob, whose name was changed to Israel. Jews believe that the land of Israel was given to them forever by God when he brought them out of Egypt under Moses' guidance. The name is therefore sometimes used to refer to the Jews themselves, as in the people of Israel or, in the context of biblical times, Israelites.
Red and white were the colours of the Inca Empire. Red represents the blood shed in the fight for independence. White stands for peace and justice. Effective date: 25 February 1825.
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