The Philippine national flag has a rectangular design that consists of a white equilateral triangle, symbolizing liberty, equality and fraternity; a horizontal blue stripe for peace, truth, and justice; and a horizontal red stripe for patriotism and valor.
What is the symbolism and meaning of our flag?
“The colors of the pales (the vertical stripes) are those used in the flag of the United States of America; White signifies purity and innocence, Red, hardiness & valour, and Blue, the color of the Chief (the broad band above the stripes) signifies vigilance, perseverance & justice.”
Why Philippine flag is a national symbol?
The flag is the country’s most cherished symbol. It is the nation’s emblem for freedom. It symbolizes patriotism, love of country and sense of nationhood and embodies the aspirations and sentiments of the Filipino people in their unceasing quest for independence.
What symbolizes the 8 rays of the sun in the Philippine flag?
In the center of the white equilateral triangle is the golden sun, with 8 rays and 3 five-pointed stars in each corner. The 8 rays represented the first 8 provinces that courageously defied and revolted against the Spaniards – Manila, Cavite, Bulacan, Pampanga, Tarlac, Batangas, Laguna and Nueva Ecija.
What is the symbol of our country?
List of National and Official symbols of India
| Symbol | Name |
|---|---|
| Official name | Republic of India Hindi: भारत गणराज्य (“Bhārat Gaṇarājya”) |
| National Flag | Tiranga |
| National emblem & National motto | State Emblem of India (“Lion Capital of Ashoka“) Satyameva Jayate Sanskrit: सत्यमेव जयते (“Truth Alone Triumphs”) |
What is the 8 provinces in the Philippine flag?
The 8 rays symbolize the first 8 Tagalog provinces that rose up against Spanish colonial rule: Manila, Cavite, Bulacan, Pampanga, Nueva Ecija, Laguna, Tarlac, and Batangas.