Arms of Bishops College
Arms of Bishops College
Blazon
Argent on a cross between four crosses patté Gules an open book proper edged and clasped Or, on a chief Azure a pascal lamb proper all within a bordure Gules charged with seven crosses patté Argent;
Symbolism
The shield is based on the coat of arms of the Diocese of Newfoundland. It reflects the fact that the school was established by this diocese within the Anglican Church. The book symbolizes education.
Crest of Bishops College
Blazon
A bishop’s mitre Gules charged with a cross patté Or;
Symbolism
The bishop’s mitre alludes to the name of the school.
Motto of Bishops College
Blazon
LAUDEMUS VIROS GLORIOSOS;
Symbolism
This Latin phrase taken from the Bible means “Let us praise illustrious men” (Ecclesiasticus 44:1).
