{Ecclesiastes 9:11 Easy English Bible> I also saw other things in this life that were not fair. The fastest runner does not always win the race; the strongest soldier does not always win the battle; wise people don’t always get the food; smart people don’t always get the wealth; educated people don’t always get the praise they deserve. When the time comes, bad things can happen to anyone!} Turtles are seen as a symbol of wisdom, resilience, patience, and virtue. The calm, docile, steadfast nature of these animals is the reasoning behind this symbolism. Turtles can also symbolize the beauty and diversity of God’s creation, reminding believers to appreciate His handiwork. Turtles are considered unclean animals in the Bible and associated with scavenger eating habits. In the Hebrew language, the word “tzav” is used to refer to both a turtle and a tortoise.