Maccabee Apparel's logo is based on artist Mark Strauss's original design for the Shield of Judas Maccabaeus (Judah the Hammer), the legendary ancient Hebrew warrior. Maccabaeus led rebel forces against the oppressive and brutal Seleucid occupation of Judaea (modern-day Israel), liberating the Holy Land and rededicating the Temple for its original purpose.
By purchasing and wearing our branded products, you not only get to show off your pride, you're helping spread the word about Maccabee Apparel. This enables us to create more awesome designs for you, and supports the production of Maccabaeus, a graphic novel telling the epic true story of Hanukkah, and someday (G-d willing) a major motion picture. Learn more and join our growing community at Facebook.com/MaccabeeApparel.