The only country that has the Bible on its flag

This country not only chose to put an image of an open Bible on its flag, but it even chose a specific Gospel passage. Read on to learn more!

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There are many historically Catholic countries, but there’s only one country that has the Holy Scriptures flying on its flag: the Dominican Republic, a beautiful Caribbean island characterized by the warmth and fervor of its people.

At first glance, the flag has a large white cross in the center and, right in the middle, in the heart of the flag, is the Coat of Arms. This in turn contains an open Bible crowned by a small cross.

In addition, a Gospel chapter and verse were specifically chosen. The text is John 8:32: “You will know the truth, and the truth will make you free.”

When the country was seeking independence, proponents of the cause felt it important to emphasize freedom in a broad sense in their national symbols. However, they also wanted to highlight specifically the freedom that comes from faith and good principles, those that allow you to discern between good and evil. Lies, on the other hand, can even divide nations, because they generate mistrust, unrest, and anxiety.

Design of the coat of arms​

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