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The Symbolism of the Tibetan Flag

The white snow mountain in the centre depicts the land of the great nation of Tibet.
The six red rays emanating from the sun symbolise the six original peoples of Tibet: the Se, Mu, Dong, Tong, Dru and Ra.
The blue rays symbolise the commitment to spirtual and secular rule.
The pair of snow-lions symbolise the complete victory of the spiritual and secular rule.
The three-sided yellow border reresents the flourishing of the Buddha's teachings.
The side without a border represents Tibet's openness to non-Buddhist thought.
The raised jewel symbolizes Tibet's reverence for the three Precious Gems: the Buddha, the Dharma and the Sangha.