Important National Symbols Flashcards
What is the national coat of arms?
It is the most important symbol of the State.
Where do we see the National Coast of Arms?
Coins, birth/marriage/death certificate, school certificates and passport.
What does it mean if something has the National Coat of Arms on it?
That it has been approved by the President of South Africa.
What is the South African Motto on the National Coat of Arms?
!ke e:/xarra //ke. It is Khosian. It means Unity in Diversity.
Why is the motto in the Khosian language?
The Khosian were the the earliest people known to live in South Africa.
When was the new Coast of Arms launched?
27th April, 2000. On Freedom Day.
On the old coat of arms was was on the shield?
Combination of symbols taken from the four former states.
Describe the four different symbols on the old coat of arms.
First Quarter: Figure of Hope. tFrom Cape of Good Hope.
Second Quarter: Two wilderbeest. From Colonly of Natal.
Third Quarter: Orange Tree. From Orange Free State Republic.
Fourth Quarter. Wagon. From Republic of Transvaal.
What is a patriot?
A proud supporter or defender of his/her country and its was of life.
Name the eight signs of the new Coat of Arms:
- The ears of wheat.
- Elephant tusks
- Shield
- Human Figures
- Spear and knobkierie
- The Protea
- Secretary Bird
- Rising Sun
What do the ears of wheat represent?
Fertility, symbolising the idea of germinsation. Agriculture - feeding the people.
What do the elephant tusks represent?
Symbols of wisdom, strength, moderation and eternity.
What does the shield represent?
Contains the symbol of the nation - our people. Displays our identity and spirtitual defence.
What do the human figures represent?
They are based on images of the Linton Stone. Look like Khoi/San people - oldest in SA. Shows the greeting, symbolising unity and collective humanity.
What do the speak and knobkierie represent?
Symbols of defence and authority. They are lying down symbolising peace.
