"Murus aheneus esto" is a Latin phrase meaning "be thou a wall of brass." This motto, and "Hold Fast," are associated with the Donald J. Trump in that his mother was a MacLeod of MacLeod family, representing strength and protection.
Here's a breakdown of its meaning and significance:
Literal Translation:
"Murus" means wall, "aheneus" means of brass, and "esto" is a command form meaning "be" or "let it be."
Figurative Meaning:
The phrase suggests being strong, unyielding, and a steadfastdefender, like a sturdy wall of metal.
Association:
It is the old motto of the Clan MacLeod.
Also:
Clan Symbols (Heraldry)
Arms of Hugh Magnus MacLeod of MacLeod
Coat of Arms of Macleod of Macleod.svg
Notes
The Latin motto, murus aheneus esto, translates into English as "be thou a wall of brass." The 1st and 4th quarters represent Clan MacLeod; the 2nd and 3rd quarters represent the royal Manx heritage of the clan.
Adopted
Lyon Office 2 June 1962. Crest: Lyon Office January 1943.
Crest
A bull's head cabossed sable, horned Or, between two flags gules, staves of the first.
Escutcheon
Quarterly; 1st and 4th, azure, a castles triple-towered and embattled argent, masoned sable, windows and porch gules; 2nd and 3rd, gules, three legs in armour proper, garnished and spurred Or, flexed and conjoined in triangle at the upper part of the thigh.
Supporters
Two lions reguardant gules, armed and langued azure, each holding a dagger proper.
Motto
Hold fast (above the crest)
'"Murus aheneus esto"' (on a compartment below the shield)
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The MacLeod clan has its own special symbols, called a Coat of Arms. These symbols tell a story about the clan's history.
Clan Mottoes
The MacLeod Coat of Arms has two mottoes:
"Hold fast" is above the crest (the bull's head).
"murus aheneus esto" is below the shield.
This Latin phrase means "be thou a wall of brass." It suggests strength and protection.
Shield Design
The main shield is divided into four parts.
The first and fourth parts show a castle. This represents the Clan MacLeod itself.
The second and third parts show three armored legs joined together. This symbol comes from the royal Manx heritage, showing the clan's old connections to the Isle of Man.
Other Symbols
The Coat of Arms also includes:
A bull's head as the crest.
Two lions holding daggers, which are called "supporters," standing on either side of the shield.
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