At all times, the courage and determination that the concept of "courage" unites in itself have been the hallmarks of human nature. Symbols of this concept were used to decorate clothes and household items not only in ancient times, they are very popular in the modern world as well.
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The most common symbolic images of courage are representatives of the animal world. This quality is possessed by a tiger and a panther, a leopard and a jaguar, but when they want to characterize the courage and valor of a person, they say that he is brave like a lion. The lion in heraldry is actively used as a symbol of heroism and strength. Countries such as Sweden, Bulgaria and Spain have chosen it to be placed on their coats of arms. Lion tattoos on the body are popular among modern youth. It is believed that such drawings give a person inner strength and courage.
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If the lion is the king of beasts on the earth's surface, the eagle rules over the air. Flying amid thunder and lightning, he personifies true courage. In Roman mythology, the eagle was perceived as the embodiment of future victories; it was depicted on military banners to raise the spirit of the army. The image of an eagle is also often found in heraldry as an indicator of courage, greatness and victory. You can often find pictures in which an eagle is shown holding a snake in its beak. In religion, the victory of the eagle over the snake is a symbol of the struggle of Christ with the Antichrist.
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In Chinese mythology, the bear is credited with unbridled courage and power. Possessing great strength and cunning, he courageously defends his family. In Northern Europe, it is he, and not the lion, who is considered the animal king. Symbolic images of a bear are associated with its endurance and resilience. According to legend, this animal was once a heavenly creature with human qualities, but for some offense it was sent to earth by God.
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One of the most famous Slavic symbols is the sign of Perun, which is also called the thunder sign or the thunder wheel in another way. It is a six-pointed cross enclosed in a circle. This magic sign of the Russian squad was embroidered on shirts and placed on military armor. He was and remains a symbol of courage, courage and military glory, and is known not only among the Slavic peoples, but also among the Scandinavians and Celts.
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The sword has been considered the most formidable weapon for centuries. He was endowed with magical properties and revered as a shrine. It was believed that the loss of a sword in battle leads to a loss of strength by a soldier, and breaking it was tantamount to a defeat received from the enemy. Therefore, for a long time, this weapon symbolized courage, and it is not for nothing that on many coats of arms and emblems you can still often see the image of a sword.
