The pomegranate is referred to in many religions; in the Greek myth of Demeter and Persephone, it is also said to represent the 613 commandments of the Torah, and possibly the "apple" that's referred to in the story of Adam and Eve.
Early Christians believe that the seeds inside a pomegranate represent the individual people of the church who were brought together under faith.
Nowadays, due to its abundance of seeds, represents fertility, birth, eternal life, and unity.
Juan de Dios of Portugal in the 15th century, devoted his life to the service of the poor and sick after moving to Granada. He founded hospitals throughout Spain and Europe. Due to his work, the granada (pomegranate) has become a symbol of healing as well. For instance, the Royal College of Physicians of London has placed it in it's emblem.
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