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    What do the two bears on the seal of the state of Missouri represent?

    Question #2404. Asked by maggie. (May 10 00 1:48 AM)


    wkasdan

    		The two bears are grizzly bears. They represent the state's strength and the bravery of its citizens.

    May 10 00, 2:35 AM
    zbeckabee

    		The two grizzly bears are symbols of courage and strength. They stand on a scroll bearing the state motto: Salus Populi Suprema Lex Esto (Latin for "Let the welfare of the people be the supreme law").

    http://www.statesymbolsusa.org/Missouri/stateSEAL.html

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seal_of_Missouri

    Feb 07 08, 1:02 PM

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