Araliya-Lanka

Sri Lanka Flag Meaning
The current flag was introduced on May 22, 1972, as the civil and state flag with the inclusion of four Bo leaves.

	Saffron Border The saffron border represents: Predominantly Buddhist culture Unity among people.

	Green Stripe The green stripe represents: Moor ethnicity.

	Orange Stripe The orange stripe represents: Tamil ethnicity.

	Maroon Background The maroon background represents: The Sinhala ethnicity.

	The Four Bo Leaves The four Bo leaves represent Buddhist virtues: - Metta - Loving-kindnessbr - Karuna - Compassion - Muditha - Sympathetic joy - Upekka - Equaninity

	The Lion The Lion is. not just a symbol. Is presents the Sinhala people strength, identity and heritage.

	Curly Hair The curly hair on the lion's head represents: - Religious observance - Wisdom - Meditation

	The Nose The nose of the lion represents: Intelligence.

	The Tail The 8 hairs on the lion's tail represent: The Noble Eightfold Path.

	Front Paws The two front paws represent: - Purity - Enhancing wealth

	The Sword The sword represents the sovereignty of the nation.

	Sword Handle The handle of the sword represents: - Air - Water - Fire - Earth

Sri Lanka Flag Meaning