Fleur de lys

The fleur de lys, also spelled fleur-de-lis is a stylized design of either an iris or a lily. It is sometimes used to symbolize the Trinity. The fleur-de-lis has been used in the heraldry of numerous European nations, but is particularly associated with France, notably during its monarchical period. The fleur-de-lis became "at one and the same time, religious, political, dynastic, artistic, emblematic, and symbolic," especially in French heraldry. The fleur-de-lis has been used by French royalty and throughout history to represent Catholic saints of France. In particular, the Virgin Mary and Saint Joseph are often depicted with a lily.
Category:Christian symbols