The Shambhala flag

'The Shambhala flag has a white background representing basic goodness. It has a yellow circle representing the Great Eastern Sun, the inherent wisdom of all beings. It has four stripes, of orange, white, red, and blue, representing the four kinds of confidence'the tiger, the lion, the garuda, and the dragon. These represent the contentment joy, equanimity, and wisdom it takes to rule our world.'

'Sakyong Mipham, from Ruling Your World, 2005.