The meaning of the symbol buraq lion

Fahmizul
2 min readDec 20, 2021

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The acehnese

CROWNED LION SYMBOL

The crowned lion is a symbol of the sovereignty of Aceh. Meaning, Aceh is a sovereign and independent country on the island of Sumatra, has a province, people, has a head of state and a constitution, and uses Adat like Po Teumeureuhom.

BURAQ SYMBOL

Buraq is an animal that runs at lightning speed according to Islamic mythology. The buraq referred to here is light. In Islamic mythology the buraq is a vehicle used by the PROPHET MUHAMMAD SAW during Isra ‘and Mi’raj.

THE MEANING OF HIS PHILOSOPHY

Buraq is a symbol of very fast communication, beauty, loyalty, and global. That is, the people of Aceh must think globally and act locally. In addition, Buraq means a law like the Kuala Shiites.

THE MOON AND THE STARS

The Moon and Stars symbolize that Islam is the state constitution and the way of life of the people of Aceh. state constitution and way of life of the people of Aceh. This means that the stars are indicated by the pillars of Islam while the moon is indicated by the light of faith.

RENCONG, PERISAI, GLIWANG

Rencong, shield and gliwang are the symbols of the defense of the Aceh state reusam. Reusam is a tool for customary and legal guarantees, in this case performed by admirals and non -commissioned officers.

Rencong is a typical weapon of Aceh whose design comes from the word BISMILLAH meaning with the name of GOD,

RICE SYMBOL

Rice is a symbol of prosperity. Pade peunadjoh phon bansa Aceh. The Chain symbol symbolizes the Qanun of the state of Aceh. Lambang Sauh is the place where the island of Aceh is stuck, and the four cross lines of the Majelis Tuha Lapan Neugara Aceh.

HUDEP BEUSARE MATE BEU SAJAN

Hudep beusare mate beu sajan, as the people of Aceh must live males and die together (Tiger in life, together in death). The Singer’s symbol also means national loyalty (Symbol of national loyalty).

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