What does the lion represent on the royal coat of arms?
English · High School · Mon Jan 18 2021
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On the Royal Coat of Arms, the lion typically represents bravery, valor, strength, and royalty. The use of the lion in heraldry as a symbol of the monarch dates back centuries and is a common motif in many European royal coats of arms. Specifically, the lion has a long association with English royalty, often referred to as the "King of Beasts," and thus symbolizing the authority and leadership of the monarch.
The Royal Coat of Arms of the United Kingdom, for example, features two heraldic supporters: a golden lion, which is traditionally associated with England, and a silver unicorn, associated with Scotland. The lion is often depicted as rampant (standing on one leg with the other three legs in the air and one foreleg raised above the other), which is a stance that denotes bravery and strength.