The Statue of Liberty is a universal symbol of freedom, democracy, and hope:
- FreedomThe Statue of Liberty was originally created to celebrate the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. It symbolizes the advancement of freedom and the end of oppression.
- DemocracyThe Statue of Liberty is a gift from France to the United States, representing the friendship between the two countries.
- HopeThe Statue of Liberty can convey hope and encouragement to those seeking liberty.
The Statue of Liberty has many symbolic elements, including:
- The crown: The seven spikes on the crown represent the seven continents and seven seas.
- The tablet: The tablet held in the Statue's left hand is inscribed with the date of American independence, July 4, 1776. The tablet represents a book of law, and the keystone shape signifies the importance of the rule of law in America.
- The windows: The 25 windows symbolize gemstones and heaven's rays of light.
- The torch: The Statue holds the torch in her right hand.
