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In Buddhism, a metal or carved symbol of a thunderbolt or diamond, representing the power and determination of Buddhism.

Red and white are the colours of Bohemia, dating back to the 13th century. Blue represents Moravia. Unlike that of the Slovak Republic, the Czech flag is not based on the pan-Slav colours. Effective date: 1 January 1993. >>