The College revamped its logo as part of its 175th year celebrations. Below is an explanation of what the College logo represents …
The College COAT OF ARMS
1 ) Design – In the top quarter on the right is an OPEN BOOK with he inscription: “Ite et docete” on a field of gold. Symbolism– The Open Book, with the divine commission to “go and teach” represents Holy Bible, and Faith, which is the foundation of a sound catholic training.
2 ) Design – In the bottom quarter on the right are three golden BEES on a field of crimson. Symbolism – The bees are clearly suggestive of Labour, which is the vehicle of success in every walk and station of life.
3 ) Design – In the top quarter on the left is a golden LION, on a field of crimson. Symbolism – The lion represents the Government of the country. The Lion was the symbol of the British Crown.
4 ) Design – In the bottom quarter on the left is a LOTUS on a field of gold. Symbolism – The Lotus represents the dear country of ours whose welfare it is our duty to promote.
5 ) Design – In each arm of the inter adjacent cross is a silver SHAMROCK on a field of green. Symbolism – The Shamrock represents St. Patrick the Apostle of Ireland and our heavenly Patron whose fostering are and powerful intercession are needed for the realization of our objectives.
6 ) Design – In the central shield is the COAT OF ARMS of the congregation of THE OBLATES OF MARY IMMCULATE on a field of azure which is Mary’s own colour. Symbolism – The Central Shield represents the Oblates of Mary Immaculate to whom we owe a debt of gratitude for what we are.
7 ) Design – Below the main shield, surrounding it is a WREATH consisting of : (i) laurels on the right (ii) shamrocks on the left (iii) a musical instrument in the middle inclining towards the right. Symbolism – (i) The Laurels in the Wreath represent the Temporal Rewards, our successes and attainments in this world. (ii) The Shamrocks in the Wreath represent the Eternal Rewards, our heavenly vision of the Triune God. (iii) The Musical Instrument represents the Harmony, and reminds us that every Earthly joy sought after by us should be in perfect accord with our future happiness in Heaven.
8 ) Design – Above the main shield is a Scroll on which is written the COLLEGE MOTTO, “Fide et Labore”. Symbolism– The College Motto reminds us that Faith is the means by which the Patricians must adhere to the Christian ideals and principles of education, and that Labour is the means by which these principles are put in practice in their daily life.
Thanks to SPC OBA Norway for the great research and publication of what the College Logo represents.
