{"product_id":"iran-lion-sun-flag","title":"Iran Lion \u0026 Sun Flag","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3' x 5' Iranian Pre-Islamic Revolution Lion \u0026amp; Sun Resistance Flag\u003cspan\u003e. Complete \u003c\/span\u003ewith grommets and double-stitched edges to reduce fraying.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: We are offering this flag as the most long-standing symbol of the Persian people in support of them and their culture. We are not selling this flag because we support the Pahlavi Monarchy (which has its own flag similar to this but with a wreath and a crown).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe Lion and Sun, or \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"21\"\u003eShir-o-Khorshid\u003c\/i\u003e, is one of the most powerful and enduring symbols in Iranian history. While the modern flag of Iran has changed, this pre-islamic revolution banner remains a deeply cherished emblem of ancient Persian heritage and national identity for those who oppose the current theocratic regime and the Iranian diaspora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"48\"\u003eLion\u003c\/b\u003e represents strength, courage, and sovereignty, a symbol that has been linked to Iranian royalty and leadership for millennia. The \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"183\"\u003eSun\u003c\/b\u003e rising behind it symbolizes the light of the world, purity, and the ancient connection to Mithraism and the radiance of the divine. Together, they represent the harmony between the state and the spiritual world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe lion often carries a curved sword (the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"43\"\u003eshamshir\u003c\/i\u003e), a later addition representing justice and the defense of the nation. Set against the classic green, white, and red stripes, this flag is a tribute to a rich, 2,500-year history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flags For Good","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47509325414645,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/1373\/3790\/files\/iran-old-shah-flag.jpg?v=1768409202","url":"https:\/\/flagsforgood.ca\/products\/iran-lion-sun-flag","provider":"Flags For Good","version":"1.0","type":"link"}