Emblem of Saudi Arabia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Emblem of Saudi Arabiaشعار السعودية |
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| Armiger | Salman, King of Saudi Arabia |
| Adopted | 1950 |
| Blazon | A palm tree vert, two swords in saltire argent hilted or in base |
The Saudi Arabian national emblem (Arabic: شعار السعودية) is a special symbol for the country of Saudi Arabia. It was officially chosen in 1950. This emblem shows two crossed swords and a palm tree above them.
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What the Emblem Means
The emblem tells an important story about Saudi Arabia. It uses symbols to show the country's values and history.
The Two Swords
The two swords in the emblem have a double meaning. They stand for the Kingdom of Hejaz and the Sultanate of Nejd and its dependencies. These two kingdoms were joined together by Ibn Saud in 1926. The swords also represent strength, endurance, and sacrifice. They show the importance of justice in the country.
The Palm Tree Symbol
The palm tree in the emblem is a symbol of growth, life, and success. It represents all the good things in the Kingdom. This includes its people, its culture, its history, and its natural resources like oil. The palm tree is shown being protected by the two swords. This means the country's military protects the nation and its valuable assets.
Past Emblems of Saudi Arabia
Over time, Saudi Arabia has used different emblems. These changes reflect the country's history and how it grew.
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Coat of arms of the Kingdom of Hejaz from 1916 to 1925
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Coat of arms of the Kingdom of Hejaz and Nejd from 1925 to 1932
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Seal of Saudi Arabia from 1932 to 1950
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Where You Can See the Emblem
The Saudi Arabian emblem is used in many important places.
- Government Documents: You can find the emblem on official papers and documents from the government.
- Embassies: It is displayed at Saudi Arabian embassies around the world.
- Flags: The emblem appears on several Saudi Arabian flags. It is shown in gold on the flag of the Armed Forces of Saudi Arabia. This flag is also the Kingdom's war ensign.
- Royal Standard: The emblem is also on the lower part of the Royal Standard. This is the special flag used by the King. It is similar to the national flag but has the gold emblem added. The emblem is placed lower on this flag to show respect for the Shahada, which is an important Islamic belief.
- Saudia Airlines: The emblem is a big part of the state airline Saudia's brand. You can see it on the tail fins of their airplanes.
See also
In Spanish: Emblema nacional de Arabia Saudita para niños
