NATIONAL SYMBOLS OF BHUTAN EP 6: NATIONAL EMBLEM

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Find a brief information on the national emblem of Bhutan in this blog. 

The National Emblem of Bhutan is a symbol of the kingdom’s spiritual and temporal sovereignty, deeply rooted in the nation’s Buddhist heritage. The emblem is circular in design and features a double diamond thunderbolt, known as the *dorje*, at its center. This symbol represents the harmony between secular and spiritual power. Above the *dorje* is a lotus flower, which signifies purity, and below it are two dragons—male and female—symbolizing the name of the country, Druk Yul, or "Land of the Thunder Dragon." The two dragons also stand for protection and Bhutan’s commitment to maintaining peace and prosperity.

Surrounding the *dorje* is a circle with a wheel of Dharma, which represents the Buddhist faith, central to Bhutanese culture and governance. The eight spokes of the wheel represent the Noble Eightfold Path, which forms the core of Buddhist teachings. The inclusion of the lotus flower and the wheel of Dharma together in the emblem signifies Bhutan's commitment to peace, purity, and the promotion of Buddhist values in both governance and daily life.

The emblem is reflective of Bhutan's national philosophy of Gross National Happiness (GNH), where both spiritual and material well-being are considered essential to the country’s development. The dragons, lotus, and the *dorje* together emphasize Bhutan’s unique position in the world, where traditional Buddhist values guide modern policies, ensuring the preservation of cultural identity while promoting harmony and development.

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