Everyone from school classes know that there are several symbols of the state: coat of arms, anthem and flag. It is also not a secret that the colors of the flags of various states carry a special meaning. Therefore, in this article, consider the Russian tricolor.
In the history of the flag, we will not understand, it is not too important now. However, we note that the flag consists of three equivalent bands of white, blue and red colors, and the size of the flag 2: 3.
What do the colors of the Russian flag mean
Of course, there is no official interpretation of colors, but there are frequently used values. We give the three most common.
- White color means sovereignty, freedom and independence. Blue color is a symbol of Our Lady, the patroness of the Russian land. The red color on the Russian flag denotes the state of the state, as well as the blood of people spilled in numerous wars.
- According to another version, the flag symbolizes the brotherhood of three Slavic peoples, which are expressed in different colors. White - Belarus, Blue - Ukraine, Red - Great Rus.
- The last interpretation is something like the first. It is white in it is a symbol of purity, ideal, peace, blue - a sign of devotion, faith and stability. Red - power, energy and blood of the Russian people.
What does the number of bands on the Russian flag
You could also wonder why the bands are not two, not four, namely three. The answer is simple. During the introduction of this symbol there was a heraldic fashion for the number of three.
Now you know several variations of interpretations of three colors on our flag. But there are others.
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