Symbols

=﻿Symbols= There are many symbols which are associated with The Salvation Army religion and the charitable works which its members do.

__**The Uniform**__ Each Salvation Army member has a specific uniform in which they must wear. The uniforms originate back to the War Congress in August of 1878. These uniforms show that the person wearing it is a Salvationist and a Christian. In recent times, the uniform is said to symbolize the fight against sins and pain, as well as the avaliability of salvation to the needy (as provided by the Salvation Army) __**﻿**__

cloth woven in one of several patterns of plaid, usually has a reference to Scotland. The Salvation Army Tartan is fairly new, in fact it was only created in 1983 by Captain Harry Cooper. The tartan is often used in clothing items, especially by those of the religion with a Scotish Acestory. It is important to note that the colors of the Tartan are the same as the colors of the Salvation Army Flag. __**﻿**__
 * __The Tartan[[image:http://wpcontent.answcdn.com/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/66/Salvation_Army_Dress_Tartan.png/220px-Salvation_Army_Dress_Tartan.png align="right"]]__**
 * **The Salvation Army has its own Tartan. A Tartan is a wollen

__**Flag**__ The Salvation Army has its own flag. This flag is flown from the holy buildings, shelters, thrift stores, etc. which The Salvation Army operates. The flag is used during Dedication (simlar to Baptism/Conformation) and is placed on a coffin at a Funeral.

The following are the meanings of each part of the flag: Red Color = All the blood Jesus' shed during his crucifixtion. Yellow Color = The Fire of the Holy Spirit Blue Color = The Purity of God the Father "Blood and Fire" = The Salvation Army war cry

__**The Crest**__ The Salvation Army crest is the oldest and official emblem in the religion. It first appeared in 1879 on a leaderhead at the Salvation Army headquarters.

The following are the meanings of each part of the crest: "S" = Salvation though Jesus Cross = The Cross of Jesus The Ray = The Fire of the Holy Spirit The Dots = The Truth of the Gospel Swords = Salvation War "Blood and Fire" = The blood of Jesus and the Fire of the Holy Spirit.

__**The Salute**__ The Salvation Army has their own identifiable salute. A salute occurs during a music festival or a speech. It is also seen when fellow soldier or another personis "Promoted to Glory" (This refers to the trip to heaven when a person dies).

How to do the Salute: 1. Raise your right hand just above shoulder-length 2. Point your index finger upwards 3. Remain Silent 4. Wish for "Glory to God" (not yourself)