Coat of arms is a sign with images and symbols, symbolizing its owner. The latter can be a single person or organization, or the whole state. Coats of arms are actively used not only in our time, they existed before. They gained their popularity in the Middle Ages. This symbol was previously known in almost all countries. Nowadays, each state without fail has its own emblem. This is a symbol of the country.
Coat of arms history
The appearance of emblems is attributed to distant times and dates back to 2-3 millennia BC. Then many small states and tribes had their own distinctive symbols, which were depicted on weapons, flags, armor, etc. This tradition was especially sharply remembered during the Middle Ages and the revival of chivalry in Western and Eastern Europe. Then every nobleman necessarily had on almost all his personal belongings the distinctive sign of his clan - the coat of arms.
Currently, the emblem is an integral part of any state, it is a symbol of statehood. It is a subject of veneration, historical value and pride.
Due to their adherence to traditions and ancient culture, many distinctive Islamic states have possessed emblems from the times more ancient than representatives of the west or north. Despite this, there are states where the coats of arms now used have appeared recently. A striking example is the emblem of Iran, which has a relatively short history.
Modern state symbol
The existing coat of arms of Iran appeared in 1980 and was approved on May 9. Appearance was invented and implemented by artist Hamid Nadimi. It is a veiled inscription "Allah" in the Arabic-Persian language.
The letters are depicted in the form of a drawing of four crescents and a long sword in the middle, pointed at both ends. In the upper part above the sword, two small crescents are located horizontally, which indicate the doubled strength of the sword. These five components (the sword and four large crescents) symbolize monotheism in the Islamic world and the five actions that every true Muslim must perform:
- monotheism and adherence to Islam;
- obligatory daily prayer - namaz;
- fasting during Ramadan;
- making a pilgrimage to Mecca;
- help the poor in the form of a forced tax.
The emblem of Iran has a rounded shape, which, according to the idea, personifies a tulip and reverence for traditions. According to ancient legend, a red tulip will grow on the grave of everyone who died for Iraq.
Veneration
Since the inhabitants of Iran are ardent adherents of Islam, they treat their emblem with honor and trepidation. This is also facilitated by the position of the state itself, which mercilessly punishes for any offensive actions against state symbols, one of which is the coat of arms.
Despite the fact that the new emblem of Iran appeared relatively recently, a lot of information has remained about the coat of arms of the predecessor. The old coat of arms of Iran and its description can be quickly found in any library.
Briefly about the history of the Iranian coat of arms
From the 15th century until the mid-20th century, the image of a lion was always present on the state sign of Iran. The king of beasts was depicted with a sword and a multifaceted star symbolizing the sun. The Iranian emblem was excellent in 1925, when the Pahlavi dynasty came to power as a result of the revolution.
Now on the state symbol there were two figured lions with swords, resting on a large round shield, at the top of which there was an ancient symbol of Iranian power - the crown of Pahlavi, and in the center - a small coat of arms of the emperor's dynasty. He began to identify the thousand-year history of Iran, was the subject of greatness and statehood. The large shield was divided into 4 quarters. Quarters depict:
- a lone lion with a sword and the sun - a tribute to the previous coat of arms;
- a winged sun in a human form, against a red background - a sign of power and commitment to the divine;
- a sword on a dark green background with a star, symbolizing the Islamic history and the Arab conquest of Iran;
- winged dog with claws, covered with scales, on a blue background - tells of omnipotence in water, in the sky and on land.
Below under the emblem on a blue ribbon is the Iranian motto. There is also a branched golden foot, on which the guardian lions rely. The coat of arms of Iran, the characteristic of which is clearly expressed in Islamic traditions, is revered in all Muslim countries.
Output
Coats of arms in Iran have been used for a long time, and they have a long history. But with the change of dynasties, they, like other state symbols, changed. Whatever the emblem of Iran, it is always revered by ordinary residents and the leadership of this country. The images glorifying Allah and Islam were applied to it. This is typical of any Muslim country, and Iran is no exception.