The Three-Day Shiva Nothing in Jewish tradition supports the concept of sitting shiva for three days. The actual word shiva is related to the word meaning seven. The number seven in Judaism is very significant, for it symbolizes completion in this world, as in the seven days of creation.
An officer holding the rank of major or lieutenant colonel or colonel. Classified under: Nouns denoting people. Synonyms: field officer; field-grade officer; FO. Hypernyms (field-grade officer is a kind of...): commissioned military officer (a commissioned officer in the army or air force or marine corp) Domain category:
General Officer Promotions. The promotions to general officer (also known as Flag Officer) are more politically determined. General officers are nominated for promotion by the President of the United States, and confirmed by the Senate. General Officers (Flag Officers) are those in the pay grades of O-7 through O-10.