Flag of Lebanon
Flag NameFlag of Lebanon
Country NameLebanon
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2LB
Date Adopted1943-12-07
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio2:3
Primary Colorsred, white, green
Symbolism DescriptionThe red stripes symbolize the blood shed by martyrs for the country's liberation. The white stripe represents purity, peace, and the snow-capped peaks of the Lebanese mountains. The green cedar of Lebanon, centrally placed, is an ancient symbol of the country, representing longevity, steadfastness, and holiness.
Symbolism Categoriesnature
DesignerHenri Pharaon
Related FlagsFlag of the French Mandate of Lebanon, Ottoman Flag
Legal DescriptionArticle 5 of the Lebanese Constitution describes the flag: 'The Lebanese flag is composed of red, white, and red horizontal stripes, with the white stripe being double the size of each red stripe. In the center of the white stripe is a green cedar tree, its width being one-third of the width of the white stripe. The cedar tree's top and bottom touch the red stripes.'
Description
The national flag of Lebanon features two horizontal red stripes bordering a horizontal white stripe, with a green cedar tree centered on the white stripe. The red stripes represent the blood shed for liberation, the white stripe symbolizes purity and peace, and the snow-capped mountains of Lebanon. The green cedar tree, a national emblem, signifies longevity, steadfastness, and holiness.
