Why are lions used in European heraldry?
The lion is a common charge in heraldry. It traditionally symbolises courage, nobility, royalty, strength, stateliness and valour, because historically the lion has been regarded as the “king of beasts”. The lion also carries Judeo-Christian symbolism.
What does a rampant lion represent?
The Lion Rampant is the Royal Standard of the King or Queen of Scots and is the personal banner of the monarchs. The Lion Rampant flag depicts a lion, the king of beasts, rearing up with three of its clawed paws outstretched as if in battle.
Why is there a lion on the British coat of arms?
The reason is that the lion was thought to be the animal that best personify qualities of ‘Britishness’ …. Strength, courage, dignity, pride etc. They presumably didn’t think any native animals had the necessary qualities.
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