Western Asia
Saudi Arabia
A green field bearing the Islamic declaration of faith in white above a horizontal white sword. The modern standardized design was established in 1973 and must always be displayed correctly because of the sacred inscription.
All flagsAsia
Adopted
1973
Proportion
2:3
Colours
2
Colours & their meaning
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Green
A traditional color of Islam.
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White
No official symbolism.
Symbols & emblems
Shahada
The Arabic inscription is the Islamic declaration of faith: 'There is no god but God; Muhammad is the Messenger of God.'
Sword
The sword is commonly understood to represent justice and the military successes associated with the kingdom’s unification.
Did you know?
Because the shahada is sacred, the Saudi flag is never flown at half-mast.