Iranian coat of arms: history and modernity

The coat of arms is a sign with images and symbols, symbolizing its owner. As the latter can act as a single individual or organization, and a whole state. Emblems are actively used not only in our time, they existed before. Their popularity they acquired in the Middle Ages. This symbol was known earlier in almost all countries. In our time, each state necessarily has its own coat of arms. It is a symbol of the country.

History of the arms

The appearance of the arms is attributed to the distant times and refers to the 2-3 millennium BC. Then, many small states and tribes had their distinctive symbols depicted on arms, flags, armor, etc. This tradition was particularly recalled in the Middle Ages and the revival of chivalry in western and eastern Europe. Then every nobleman must have had a distinctive sign of his clan - the coat of arms - on virtually all of his personal belongings.

At present, the coat of arms is an integral part of any state, it is a symbol of statehood. He is the object of veneration, of historical value and pride.

Due to their adherence to traditions and ancient culture, many distinctive Islamic states possessed the emblems from the time of the more ancient than the representatives of the west or the north. Despite this, there are states where the coats of arms used today have appeared only recently. A striking example is the Iranian emblem, which has a relatively short history.

The modern state symbol

The existing Iranian emblem appeared in 1980 and was approved on May 9. Appearance was coined and implemented by artist Hamid Nadimi. It is a veiled inscription "Allah" in the Arab-Persian language.

The letters are depicted in the form of a figure of four crescents and a long sword in the middle, pointed at both ends. In the upper part above the sword there are horizontally two small crescents, which speak of the doubled strength of the sword. These five components (the sword and the four big crescents) symbolize monotheism in the Islamic world and five actions that every true Muslim should perform:

• Monotheism and adherence to Islam;
• The obligatory daily prayer is prayer;
• Observance of fasting during Ramadan;
• The pilgrimage to Mecca;
• Assistance to the poor in the form of compulsory tax.

Iran's coat of arms has a rounded shape, which, according to the idea, embodies the tulip and reverence for traditions. According to an ancient belief, every crush for Iraq on the grave will grow a scarlet tulip.

Honoring

Since the people of Iran are ardent adherents of Islam, they are with respect and trepidation for their arms. This is facilitated by the position of the state itself, which mercilessly punishes any insulting actions against state symbols, one of which is the coat of arms.

Despite the fact that the new Iranian emblem appeared relatively recently, a lot of information remained about the coat of arms of the predecessor. The old Iranian coat of arms and its description can be quickly found in any library.

Briefly about the history of the Iranian emblem

From the 15th century until the middle of the 20th century, the image of a lion was always on the state sign of Iran. The king of beasts was depicted with a sword and a multi-faceted star, symbolizing the sun. The Iranian emblem became excellent in 1925, when the Pahlavi dynasty came to power as a result of the revolution.

Now on the national symbol there were two curly lions with swords, leaning against a large round shield, at the top of which was an ancient symbol of Iranian power - the crown of Pahlavi, and in the center - a small emblem of the emperor's dynasty. He began to identify the thousand-year history of Iran, was the subject of greatness and statehood. The Great Shield was divided into 4 quarters. The quarters show:

• A lone lion with a sword and the sun - a tribute to the previous coat of arms;
• The winged sun in human form, on a red background - a sign of power and adherence to the divine;
• A sword on a dark green background with a star, symbolizing Islamic history and the Arab conquest of Iran;
• Winged dog with claws, covered with scales, on a blue background - tells of power in the water, in the sky and on land.

Below the coat of arms on the blue ribbon is the Iranian motto. Here there is also a branched golden foot, on which the guard lions lean. The Iranian coat of arms, whose characteristic is clearly expressed in Islamic traditions, is revered in all Muslim countries.

Conclusion

The 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 people and the leadership of this country. It was applied to images that glorified Allah and Islam. This is typical for any Muslim country, and Iran is no exception.