what is a fleue-de -lis?

Question

the new orlean saint's have it on their jersey

Answer 1

The Saints have this insignia on their jerseys because of the rich French heritage in the New Orleans and LA area.

The fleur-de-lis (or fleur-de-lys; plural: fleurs-de-lis) is a stylised design of an iris flower which is used both decoratively and symbolically. It may be purely ornamental or it may be "at one and the same time political, dynastic, artistic, emblematic and symbolic",[1] especially in heraldry. While it has appeared on countless European coats of arms and flags over the centuries, the fleur-de-lis is particularly associated with the French monarchy. It is an enduring symbol of France, but, being regarded most notably as the emblem of the monarchy, was not adopted officially by any of the French republics. In North America the fleur-de-lis is often linked with old French settlements like Louisiana or Quebec.

It appears on military insignia and the logos of many different organisations, and during the 20th century it was adopted by various Scouting organisations worldwide for their badges. Architects and designers may use it alone or as a repeated motif in a wide range of contexts, from ironwork to bookbinding. As a religious symbol it may represent the Holy Trinity, or be an iconographic attribute of the archangel Gabriel, notably in representations of the Annunciation.[2] It is also associated with the Virgin Mary.

See:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fleur-de-lis

Answer 2

The fleur-de-lis (or fleur-de-lys; plural: fleurs-de-lis) is a stylised design of an iris flower which is used both decoratively and symbolically. It may be purely ornamental or it may be "at one and the same time political, dynastic, artistic, emblematic and symbolic",[1] especially in heraldry. While it has appeared on countless European coats of arms and flags over the centuries, the fleur-de-lis is particularly associated with the French monarchy. It is an enduring symbol of France, but, being regarded most notably as the emblem of the monarchy, was not adopted officially by any of the French republics. In North America the fleur-de-lis is often linked with old French settlements like Louisiana or Quebec.

It appears on military insignia and the logos of many different organisations, and during the 20th century it was adopted by various Scouting organisations worldwide for their badges. Architects and designers may use it alone or as a repeated motif in a wide range of contexts, from ironwork to bookbinding. As a religious symbol it may represent the Holy Trinity, or be an iconographic attribute of the archangel Gabriel, notably in representations of the Annunciation.[2] It is also associated with the Virgin Mary.

Answer 3

It is the "flower of the lily". It was used on many European coat of arms in the past such as French or Florentine rulers. It is also a symbol for the settlement of Louisiana and Quebec by the French. Religiously it can represent the Holy Trinity, the Virgin Mary, or the archangel Gabriel.

Answer 4

I think you mean Fluer de lis - it's a stylized flower (lilly, actually) and a symbol (specifically) of France and the French monarchy - though lots of other monarchs and regular folks use it too.

The Saint's probably use it as a reminder of the strong French influence in New Orleans.

Answer 5

Fleur-de-lis is literally "flower of the lily." It is a stylized lily.

Answer 6

the flower of quebec, a french ensignia

Answer 7

Are you sure it isn't Fluer de lis?