Coat of arms of the Republic of Kazakhstan
The coat of arms is one of the main symbols of the state. The term "coat of arms" comes from the German word "erbe" (inheritance) and means a hereditary distinctive sign - a combination of figures and objects that are given symbolic meaning.
History shows that even the nomads of the Bronze Age, living on the territory of modern Kazakhstan, identified themselves with a special symbol - a totem, the graphic expression of which later received the name “tamga”. For the first time this term began to be used in the Turkic Khaganate.
The coat of arms of sovereign Kazakhstan was officially adopted in 1992. Its authors are famous architects Zhandarbek Malibekov and Shot-Aman Ualikhanov.
The state emblem of the Republic of Kazakhstan has the shape of a circle (wheel) - this is a symbol of life and eternity, which enjoyed special honor among the nomads of the Great Steppe.
The central heraldic element in the state coat of arms is the image of a shanyrak (the upper vaulted part of the yurt) on a blue background, from which uyks (supports) radiate in all directions in the form of sun rays. To the right and left of the shanyrak are images of mythical winged horses.In the upper part there is a voluminous five-pointed star, and in the lower part there is the inscription “Qazaqstan”. The image of a star, shanyrak, uyks, mythical horses, as well as the inscription “Qazaqstan” are made in gold color.
Shanyrak is the main system-forming part of the yurt, shaped like a heavenly dome and is one of the key elements of life in the traditional culture of Eurasian nomads. In the State Emblem of the Republic, the image of shanyrak is a symbol of a common home and a single Motherland for all peoples living in the country.The stable development of Kazakhstan depends on the well-being of every citizen, just as the strength and stability of the shanyrak depends on the reliability of all its supports.
Winged mythical horses - tulparas in the state coat of arms are a key heraldic element. Since time immemorial, the image of a horse has symbolized concepts such as courage, loyalty and strength. The wings symbolize the centuries-old dream of the multinational people of Kazakhstan to build a strong and prosperous state.They testify to pure thoughts and the desire for consistent improvement and creative development. The golden wings of horses also resemble golden ears of corn and represent the hard work of the people of Kazakhstan and the material well-being of the country.
In past centuries, horns were actively used in the cult rites of nomads, as well as as the top of their battle banners. Images of heavenly grace, earthly fertility and military success in the form of the horns of various animals have always occupied significant places in the symbolic compositions of various peoples.Thus, a winged horse with a cornucopia is an important typological image that has deep semantic and historical roots.
Another detail in the state emblem of the republic is a five-pointed star. This symbol has been used by humanity since ancient times and personifies the constant desire of people for the light of truth, for everything sublime and eternal.The image of a star in the state emblem reflects the desire of the people of Kazakhstan to create a country open to cooperation and partnership with all peoples of the world. The hearts and arms of the people of Kazakhstan are open to representatives of all five continents.
The main color used in the national emblem is the color of gold, which serves as a symbol of wealth, justice and generosity. There is also the color of the flag - sky blue, which is in harmony with the color of gold and symbolizes clear skies, peace and prosperity.