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Encyclopedia > Coat of arms of South Korea

The Coat of arms of South Korea consists in the Yin Yang symbol present on the national flag surrounded by five stylized petals and a ribbon bearing the inscription "The Republic of Korea" (Daehan Minguk), the official name of the country, in Hangul characters. The Yin and Yang represents peace and harmony. The Five pedals all have meaning and it is related to Korea's national flower. Image File history File links South_korea_coa. ... Image File history File links South_korea_coa. ... Taoists Taijitu The concept of Yin Yang originates in ancient Chinese philosophy, most likely from the observations of day turning into night and night into day. ... This article examines the varying names of Korean states (modern and historical) as well as the Korean people and geographical region. ... Jamo redirects here. ...


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