The lion was viewed for centuries as a symbol of strength, courage and wisdom. The lion is a symbol of the sun, which in this day and age of deforestation and climate change is becoming a metaphor for our own internal strength. The lion is in all cultures known for its courage which has been represented in flags, statues and even one of the most famous paintings in the world, “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” by Clyde Aspevig.

The lion is a symbol of power, courage and nobility. These symbols are used in many cultures throughout the world and can be traced back to the ancient Greeks. In Greek mythology, Zeus (the ruler of all gods) was believed to be protected by two enormous lion-like creatures named “The Nemean Lion” and “The Arcadian Lion”. The Greeks were also known for developing a mane for the lion that made it look like an African lion. The Europeans later adopted the lion symbol after contact with European cultures was established.

A common misconception surrounding the origin of the lion symbol is that it represents the king of the jungle. This is due to Western culture’s association of the symbol with royalty. However, this is not entirely accurate because lions don’t naturally reside in jungles. Lions may have once been found in Asia but they are now only found in Africa and India. The origins of the lion symbol’s use as a representation of royalty may come from the fact that lions are considered to be a very noble animal.

Lions were believed to have supernatural powers in various ancient civilizations. The Romans regarded them as helpers of Hercules, who was also known as Heracles. A Roman general named Gaius Marius even had himself depicted on one of his coins

Symbolism of the Lion

Throughout history, the lion has been a symbol of strength, courage and nobility. The lion is also an important symbol in African culture and mythology. The art of the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, Romans and Nubians makes frequent use of the lion. The Romans and Greeks used it in their art and sculptures to represent power; Egyptian hieroglyphics used the lion to represent kingship. The Zulu tribe tattooed a black wild cat on their bodies to enhance their hunting abilities.

The lion was often portrayed as a protector or guardian with supernatural powers to protect its followers from danger. It is frequently associated with light, especially in the Book of Revelation (where it symbolizes Christ). In Christianity it is one of the four living creatures surrounding God’s throne, described in the Book of Ezekiel (10:14). This symbolism derives from earlier Mesopotamian myths where the lion was considered a guardian animal.

In some cultures, including Western astrology and Chinese astrology, it is considered an auspicious animal that portends strength, courage and excellence.

In Hinduism, Buddhism and Baha’i Faith the lion is believed to be a bringer of light and good fortune. Vishnu takes the form of a man-

The lion has long been one of the most popular figures in heraldry, but some confusion remains about its meaning. The lion is a symbol of Christ and also a symbol of St. Mark: two very different meanings. In some cases, history reveals the origin of the symbol, but in other cases, it remains a mystery.

The Lion of St. Mark

The most common association with lions is with the Evangelist St. Mark whose symbol is a lion — specifically a red lion. The connection between St. Mark and this powerful animal dates to the third century AD when his body was discovered at Alexandria and placed in a stone sarcophagus by order of Emperor Aurelian (270-275). The body was enclosed within a marble tomb which bore an inscription stating that the tomb contained the remains of St. Mark the Evangelist and Apostle, who had died in Alexandria and was buried there; over this tomb a church was built that would become one of the most famous pilgrimage sites in Christendom.*

The initial design for the tomb was created by Bishop Demetrius and is described by Eusebius in his “Life of Constantine.” A statue of an ox (or possibly a lion) stood atop the tomb, which was surrounded by three smaller statues,

In ancient Mesopotamia there was a creature called a lion.

It was actually not much like any modern lion we know today. It was more like a cross between a cat, a dog and a leopard.

The lion was the symbol of the war god, Enki.

Enki was thought to be the creator of civilization and the patron of all life. He also helped with the flood in Sumeria, which made him very popular with everyone.

He is often depicted as a fish or dragon-like figure. A common symbol for him is an eight-pointed star made out of two squares that form four triangles on each side.

The lion is usually shown next to this symbol, which may represent his divine power or the protection he provides.

The Lion is one of the most important animals to appear in ancient mythology and folklore. It has been used as a symbol of strength and courage as far back as 2500 B.C.

In ancient times, it was thought that lions were sacred animals that could understand human speech, and would protect their masters from danger.

The lion represented protection, power and royalty. The lion is also considered the king of the jungle, but since it used to live in cold climates during the Ice Age, it became a symbol of bravery and strength in all climates.

Tribes throughout Europe used the lion’s face for decoration; shields, helmets, jewelry and flags bore its image. Images of lions have been found in cave paintings from around 8000 B.C., almost as old as human civilization itself.

A lion is a large, furry cat with a big mane. It lives in Africa, Europe and Asia. With their powerful muscular bodies, lions can run incredibly fast and have been known to leap over tall fences.

Tigers are sometimes called panthers or leopards, but they are all the same animal. The more familiar name for tigers is “the king of beasts.” A tiger’s coat is orange and black with white stripes, it has black ears and black stripes on its legs. Normally tigers live in Asia, but you can see them in zoos around the world.

Tigers are the largest of all cats. A male tiger can grow up to 10 feet long and weigh as much as 600 pounds! They have very strong jaws that can crush bones. Tigers can also swim very quickly. They are solitary animals that live alone except for females with their young.

Mammals that look like tigers but aren’t really include: clouded leopard, snow leopard, cheetah and jaguarundi.

The clouded leopard is found in Asia where it lives in trees in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia from Nepal to northern Borneo, Sumatra and Java. Its fur is pale yellowish brown with pale spots