Bread-Bakers v101.n014.6

I have always been intrigued by the beautiful braided surface of Challah 
bread so I finally decided to make a loaf. Looking through my books for a 
good recipe I discovered that some recipes call for a small braid placed on 
top of the main braided loaf. I believe this has some symbolism in the 
Jewish faith and would appreciate someone educating me.

Thank you. Dick Carlton, Brookings, OR