インスピレーション

In Western culture, derived from the customs of Ancient Greece, it symbolizes peace or goodwill. The original link between olive branches and peace is unknown. Some explanations center on that olive trees take a very long time to bear fruit. Thus the cultivation of olives is something that is generally impossible in time of war.

説明

Long known as a gesture of peace in biblical history, greek mythology, ancient Rome ... today (along with the dove) it is a symbol of desire for reaching a peaceful accord.

リンクするため

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