The red color on the flag symbolizes Islam, which is the predominant religion in Tunisia. Red also represents resistance against Turkish dominance and the blood shed by martyrs killed in 1881 when Tunisia was conquered by France. The red crescent is a traditional indication of Islam and also serves as a sign of good luck in Arabic culture, as well as representing the unity of all Muslims. The white color symbolizes peace, whereas the white disk represents the sun. The star, like the crescent, is an ancient symbol of the Islamic religion, and the star’s five points symbolize the Five Pillars of Islam: faith, prayer, charity, fasting, and the annual pilgrimage to Mecca.
Thanks a lot Benaissa!
Date: Nov 15
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