What does the latin saying "Lux et Salus" mean in English?

Question

On my family crest, it says Lux et Salus and I was wondering what it meant. According to my dad Lux means light, but I've no idea. Can someone help me out?

Answer 1

It is the motto of the Brunton Family and is translated as:

Light and Safety.

To see the family coat of arms with the motto, go to:

http://www.lordbrunton.com/cameron/faq.asp?id=0&seq=110

Answer 2

lux N 3 1 NOM S F
lux N 3 1 VOC S F
lux, lucis N (3rd) F [XXXAX]
light, daylight, light of day; life; world; day; [prima luce => at daybreak];

et CONJ
et CONJ [XXXAX]
and, and even; also, even; (et ... et = both ... and);

salus N 3 1 NOM S F
salus N 3 1 VOC S F
salus, salutis N (3rd) F [XXXAX]
health; prosperity; good wish; greeting; salvation, safety;

http://lysy2.archives.nd.edu/cgi-bin/WORDS.EXE?Lux+et+Salus

Answer 3

the natural meaning would be along the lines of:

enlightenment and safety.

literally the words mean:

light and salvation

but you probably need to play around with the ideas a little to get a meaningful english equivalent.