The lion throughout many centuries is considered a symbol of the power, its image can be seen on the coats of arms, boards of knights. Compare very strong and courageous people to these animals, speaking "it is strong as the lion" or "dared as a lion". The factors allowing to call a lion "king of beasts" there is a huge number.
Appearance of a lion and behavior in the wild nature
The main distinctive feature of a lion from other representatives of fauna – existence of a mane. This animal all the behavior shows to become and greatness – lions, as a rule, are quiet, move the sure gait showing lack of fear and fear of the wild nature. The bearing of this animal is ideal. Such features were noticed in ancient times when people often watched the wild nature.
The lion is the only representative of the cat family who can look at the sun and at the same time not cover an eye.
The behavior of a lion deserves special respect. Watching this animal in the habitat of his dwelling, it is possible to make sure that sensation of fear, really visits a lion very seldom. The animal can attack any opponent, protect the posterity and defend own territory from encroachments of rivals. The terrible roar of this lion supplements a set of unique qualities. The similar roar is not published by any representative of the cat family. The roar of a lion inspires fear in any living being.
The lion is a sacred animal and a symbol of the power
The type of the king of beasts frightens people and animals throughout the millennia. In some countries he was recognized as a sacred animal and devoted him a set of legends. For example, Egyptians are among admirers of lions.
There is a legend of the blue lions living at the bottom of the river. On giving, the main production of these animals are sinful people for whom daily night hunting is arranged.
During excavation in the territory of Egypt the scientists found a set of trophies with images of a lion. This animal is the integral element symbolizing the power of the Pharaoh. Besides, the lion was equated to the sacred deity. For example, the goddess of the power Sokhmet was represented always with the lion's head.
At the Jewish people the lion is considered a symbol of cruelty and invincible power. The image of an animal was often represented on the clothes by the most fearless soldiers.
In the Buddhism the lion is a symbol of the law, honor and justice. Each image of this animal in ancient sources makes the sense. For example, the lion with a young lion about a paw is a symbol of government of the world. A lion and a lioness – symbols of the Lord and force of his word. Animals were represented in the form of the integral companions of gods in fight against demons. In the Greek mythology the lions were not only companions of mythical fighters against the evil, but also were represented in the form of the animals harnessed in the chariot of the most powerful gods. The African tribes not only compare a lion to the deity, but also consider him the sacred envoy. The lion on ancient giving has to bring the world and love to Earth.