INTERPRETATION OF CYPRUS
An island nation in the eastern Mediterranean, south of Turkey
Flag neutral and peaceful (olive branches) to show harmony between Greek & Turkish communities. Coat of Arms has dove holding an olive branch
Hymn to liberty”
Religion -- 78% Eastern Orthodxy, 20% islam
In Acts, Cyprus is mentioned several times. As a place the first Christians fled to escape persecution, the first place mentioned that Paul & Barnabas went upon being confirmed, a place of shelter when Paul was being sent to Rome.
INTERPRETATION OF IMAGERY
Coming into agreement with their decrees of Peace, liberty, and a place of shelter. Was reminded of the dove of Noah sent out. Also, Orthodoxy means religion and a need of the Holy Ghost freedom & joy.
Dove descending with fire representing the presence of God with olive branch for peace, safety.
An island nation in the eastern Mediterranean, south of Turkey
Flag neutral and peaceful (olive branches) to show harmony between Greek & Turkish communities. Coat of Arms has dove holding an olive branch
Hymn to liberty”
Religion -- 78% Eastern Orthodxy, 20% islam
In Acts, Cyprus is mentioned several times. As a place the first Christians fled to escape persecution, the first place mentioned that Paul & Barnabas went upon being confirmed, a place of shelter when Paul was being sent to Rome.
INTERPRETATION OF IMAGERY
Coming into agreement with their decrees of Peace, liberty, and a place of shelter. Was reminded of the dove of Noah sent out. Also, Orthodoxy means religion and a need of the Holy Ghost freedom & joy.
Dove descending with fire representing the presence of God with olive branch for peace, safety.
