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Cedrus libani, commonly known as cedar of Lebanon, Lebanon cedar, or Lebanese cedar (Arabic: أرز لبناني, romanized: ʾarz lubnāniyy), is a species of tree in the genus Cedrus, a part of the pine family, native to the mountains of the Eastern Mediterranean basin.
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Time, along with the exploitation of the wood and the effects of climate change, has led to a decrease in the number of cedar trees in Lebanon. [17] However, Lebanon is still widely known for its cedar tree history, as they are the emblem of the country and the symbol of the Lebanese flag. [6]
The green cedar (Lebanon cedar) in the middle touches each of the red stripes and its width is one third of the width of the flag. [1] The red stripes represent the blood shed by those who fought for Lebanon. The white stripe represents purity, peace and the snow-capped mountains of Lebanon. The cedar on the flag represents the citizens of Lebanon.
a White field with a red saltire that extends to the corners of the field and a black tree in the center. [4] 1950 – today: Flag of the Lebanese Navy: A White field with the navy's emblem in the center. 1950 – today: Naval Jack of Lebanon: the Lebanese tricolor with 2 vertical White bands, each with a red anchor.
Dates are set for this year's holiday tree lighting and parade in Lebanon City. The tree lighting will be held on Nov. 17 at 6 p.m. at the intersection of 9th and Cumberland streets.
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The picture of cedar trees painted in Lebanon while on pilgrimage is a key part of his work. The symbolism stems from the strong religious character. According to the ancient beliefs, cedars play an important role in ancient Hungarian mythology. [1] The cedar is a symbol of fertility, assumed to be the tree of life and the tree of knowledge. [2]