Don, Danube, Dnister and Dnipro, all derivatives of Danylo and were the original realm of our lands. The trident in my opinion is derived from this. I had the A blue yellow and Hutsul coloured Trident woven by my grandmother on my wall since a child.
I like the Ukrainian Trident much. As well as the Ukrainian Flag. But, even if I'm suspect...because I love Ukraine since long, we all have to agree at least on the fact that it's undeniable that the UA Tridend is a awesome very stylish symbol; It immediately transports our imaginary to the ancient mythological legends (..). Perfect match also for today's Ukrainian so heroic patriotic People, noble Nation. 🇺🇦🔱✌✌
@@PatriciaSantos-qt9lw in the earlier forms you can see the ''runic connection'' on the design... after all, it comes from the Swedish Viking King Rurik first ruler of the Kievan Rus, just so you know, ''Rus Vikings'' in old Skadinavian means ''Rowing'' [rus] ''Raiders'' [vikings]
Agree - but let's not name a date, that could bring bad luck (cf. a certain "1000-year Reich"!) - let's say "for eternity"! 🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦 Слава Україні! 🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦
You podcast is the best one on RUclips for anyone who wants to know more about UKRAINE. You are a GREAT AMBASSADOR for your people. I am an old U.S. Marine retired after 27 years. If I was a young man and could I would volunteer to come to UKRAINE and help fight for the freedom of your country. PEACE & BLESSINGS, Pastor Mike from Oklahoma Oblast , USA. 🇺🇦SLAVA UKRAINE🇺🇦GOD BLESS YOU ANNA❤️
I only knew trident as a symbol of Poseidon, the god of sea, so I was surprised it's a national symbol of Ukraine too. Now it's firmly associated with your brave country! Slava Ukraini
I also only knew the association to Poseidon or Neptune (same god, like so many of the Greek gods also received Latin versions.). The idea that it might also be seen as a diving falcon is also nice. It's a really simple and striking symbol. And now the whole free world knows it symbolizes Ukraine and it's heroic fight for freedom and independence! I love that the Moskva was sunk with two Ukranian Neptune naval missiles! Sweden sent our best naval missiles in the beginning of the full scale invasion, when Odesa was really at risk. But it feels much better that genuine Ukraine missiles sunk the Moskva! The Russian fleet needs to go away. Preferrably sunk! It's the fleet of an evil imperialistic country. P.S. When I was a kid, I thought it was fun to try and write Swedish words with cyrillic letters. My father told me about some letters actually sounding diffrent, so it became a little extra tricky.😅But children like such games. I guess future tourists to Ukraine from the free world will learn to read a few words in Ukranian cyrillic script.
This is a well made documentary about the history of Ukrainian symbol. As I watch your various series, I understand more about your beautiful country. I support Ukrainian people in their fight for freedom from tyranny from Russian invasion. I look forward to seeing your next video Anna!
Anna 'forgot' to say than the trizub was invented by Russian historian Karamzin at the beginning of 19th century. And it is only after a century it was chosen as a symbol by Ukrainian (and Russian!) nationalists
The trident symbol is minimum 2300 years old. The Nazis stole it and used it as a symbol of their ideology. It is nowadays banned in Sweden but those using it outside Sweden is somehow saluted even with the knowledge that they got it from the Nazis. I don't want Ucraine to lose the war but it is actually a country that strictly follow the German 1940 ideology.
@@AnnafromUkraineThe trident was the symbol of Neptune’s wrath. He used it to shake the land of cities by the seas that offended him. That’s why it was used in pre-Christian Ukraine. The people of Constantinople would immediately recognize what it meant. It was the symbol of destruction coming from the sea to them. It is the same reason the submarine-launched nuclear missiles are the Trident and Trident II missiles. If Putin is stupid enough to use a nuclear weapon, it will be a Trident II that wipes Moscow off the map permanently. It is strangely fitting that a Trident will be the end of Moscow if Russia decides to use nuclear weapons, isn’t it?
You are such a good ambassador for Ukraine … suggesting people buy merchandise as conversation starters! That is so true! That is one way for people to learn.
It’s very much a conversation starter. I travel for work, and am always looking for people wearing the trident and other Ukrainian symbols wherever I go… So far I’ve met a couple of Ukrainians that way. I’m planning on getting some shirts with the trident on them pretty soon here to wear when I’m traveling to hopefully meet more Ukrainians and supporters of Ukraine…
Thanks, been waiting for this! In London, New York, and San Francisco, can personally testify to seeing the trident worn by all sorts of people. Others reports the same elsewhere ; Ukraines struggle has captured the heart of the civilized world. Victory to Ukraine!
I travel a lot for work, and admittedly look for anybody wearing Ukrainian symbols in the airport to pass the time. I’ve met a couple of Ukrainians that way… I also look for Ukrainian flags wherever I go. I’m always happy to see them when I do come across them!
Your presentation is a great pleasure to watch and Ukraine couldn’t have a better cultural spokesperson. Your English is impeccable and your calm, clear, voice is welcome in the irritating, high speed babble, and redundant “news” channels that overload the internet and RUclips.
I could understand how people might see a resemblance to a trident symbol derived from the ancient fishing spear, but looking at the way tryzub is drawn, and the way it appears on old relics, it does look more like the wings and tail of a diving bird, and the oval shape pointing down at the bottom looks like the body and beak of such a bird. I could see how a medieval king could wish to compare himself to a diving falcon as a warning to potential enemies that he was a dangerous person to offend.
I have the trident on my travel wallet, made in Ukraine 🙂. When ruzzia is ended and contained, I would like to come back to Ukraine. I have friends and people i worry about there. I think it would be great therapy to help and rebuild. This must not be forgotten.
I learned about the trezub/trident in the 70’s when I studied at our parish Ukrainian schools on weekends (ugh!). Both in English and Ukrainian, the meaning translates literally as “three teeth”, like Neptune’s spear. I always loved the design, so as soon as the Orcs invaded, I had one tattooed on my wrist Дякую! Слава Україні! -from Ukrainian diaspora in Canada
Trident also belong to the Hidnu God Shiva it is called Trishul and Greek God Poseidon, I think there is some relation all of them are connected Respect Ukraine from India Hope you guys stay safe and achieve victory
I was told by several when living in Ukraine for two years in 1993-1994, that the trident encompasses within its shape the slavic word воля meaning "will", or "willpower", along with something close to the English concept of "freedom". Even if only partly true, it seems a very fitting symbol for Ukraine's struggle for its own sovereignty against the Russian Empire, which should have already comprehended its demise. (At least to the extent that the British, French, German, Japanese, etc. empires have come to grips with their demises).
@@irenes.2807 ....It also is the name of the UK, s Nuclear Submarine force...very potent maritime tradition here in Birkenhead and up the coast at Barrow in Furness...cheers, Irene...peace and love..❤❤😊😊..E...
Fascinating and very informative! The more we get to learn about Ukraine the more we appreciate the deep and long history of the land and it's people. Thank you!
I think the simple answer is usually true. In ancient times the Black Sea was abundant with fish and trade, so a trident seems obvious. Some ancient ruler took it as the symbol and the dynasty lasted long enough for it to stick. Since the trident can also be a weapon, it also projects strength. It may go all the way back to the ancient Greeks since they had settlements around Odessa for centuries.
I voted in your poll about what viewers of your channel wanted to see more of, and I voted for History, Geography, People and honestly I don't remember what else was up for vote. I follow several channels from Ukrainians, some serving in the AFU and some not, and I feel like I get enough of the Front Line News from them, but that I'd like to learn more about Ukraine without war. This is exactly the content I was hoping for. Thank you Anna, for making Ukraine more accessible to all of us so far away.
I love how you explained this. Your eloquence and confidence seem to be growing with every day that goes by. You are a highly personable diplomat for Ukraine.
To me it's more than a Trident,it represents Ukraine...everything that is kind,beautiful,driven and it's the strength of all Ukrainians. It's a symbol of all things good...If you could only see yourselves through our eyes and heart. Slava Ukraine 🇺🇦 💙 🇺🇸
It's not a "Trident". It's a Peregrin falcon diving for prey. Eagles and falcons were symbols of power in the Middle Ages, and therefore used on almost every single military patch, family symbol for prince and kings. Anna is wrong. A "Trident" doesn't mean anything on a medieval coin
The Ukrainian Tryzub is a very strong and nice looking symbol. I like it. Very interesting to find out how old the Ukrainian Tryzub is and that it was found on so many items. Thank you very much for this video Anna!! Victory, Freedom, Full Reparations, and all of Ukraine's Land for Ukraine, this includes Donbas and Crimea! 💙💛
Anna 'forgot' to say than the trizub was invented by Russian historian Karamzin at the beginning of 19th century. And it is only after a century it was chosen as a symbol by Ukrainian (and Russian!) nationalists
Last year I put a trident sticker on my truck, as an obvious show of support, but recently I wondered if it wasn't right, since I am not Ukrainian. I didn't want to seem like I was appropriating something. But if Anna says it's okay, then I'll proudly display this symbol of courage and strength until the orcs have been driven from Ukraine permanently. And it actually has started a few conversations with curious strangers, so all the better. Slava Ukraine!
Thank you so much Anna, very informative indeed 😊 We have a trident in common, our beautiful female warrior Britannia holds a trident spear and shield. Thank you again for educating us my dear, take care and stay strong! You got this, we're with you. 🇺🇦🇬🇧❤🤫😘
Brilliant history lesson. I'm from the UK, and I have one tshirt with the trident, and another with the union jack and Ukrainian flag mixed into one flag. I support Ukraine from the very bottom of my heart.
I have always wondered about the version of the trident used by Ukraine. It looks like a stylized bird. Looking into the history of the place, I find that in struggles in the 17th century, the Hawk was the symbol of the zaporozhian Cossacks. More than one Ukrainian song I have read in translation, talks about the ‘hawk’ in a way that seems to mean an untamed Cossack. If there is a connection here, can you give us any detail?
These were displayed in my Ukrainian class in Junior High School, and were on the cover of my textbook. Ukrainians in Canada proudly displayed the flag and trident crest all through the Soviet Dark Ages. We still do, and we are even more proud of them now!
The trident was originally a fishing spear and is often seen with sea Gods like Poseidon. It also doubled as a land weapon as did many farming tools like pitch forks which were often three pronged, scythes, hammers and sickles.
Thanks for sharing your history. Very old indeed, I think showing the nautical authority background. The courtesy flag continues to be held high in unity. 🇺🇸 🇺🇦 Slava Ukraini
Thank you for the history of the Ukranian Trident. Now I can explain it when I wear my sweatshirt with the trident on it. I wear it with pride. I also have a garden flag with the trident with Glory to Ukraine.
Here's a proposal you may not have heard... Your Tryzub resembles a medieval Wolf Trap, especially the modern symbol. Often they were tall boards stuck into the ground with two deep V cuts at the top. Meat was stuck on the central higher spike. The wolf jumps up and catches his big front feet in the Vees, then hangs there until the hunter comes to collect him. The openings at the V bottoms simply help to hold his feet in. Years ago I bought a book with a medieval wolf trap illustration in it from a period woodcut that was printed. I saw the resemblance immediately. The Tryzub's higher central spike, the constricting wings and the places for his paws to lock in at the bottom. Very neat symbol. I never have seen such illustrations or excellent explanation as yours and I looked it up on our English language internet. Publish to Wikipedia!
I’ve been trying to find the meaning of the trident since I first laid eyes on it. Thanks Anna, love from New Hampshire oblast, Patricia 👵🏻 🥰 Slava Ukraine 🇺🇦
Thank you, Anna, for sharing this history of the Ukrainian national emblem with us. When I hear trident, I think of Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea. But Ukraine's тризуб (tryzub) is more complex, more elaborate than Poseidon's trident, so I believe it must have a different meaning. Ukraine's tryzub does resemble a diving falcon, and of course the falcon is a symbol of strength in many cultures. In the U.S., we even named one of our fighter jets accordingly: the F-16 Fighting Falcon. (Which the Armed Forces of Ukraine will put to good use soon.) I wonder if Ukraine's tryzub is actually a combination of the seafaring trident and the falcon, representing the power of the sea combined with the power of the land. That seems very fitting for Ukraine. I can imagine an ancient ruler of the region wanting a symbol that represents that combination of strengths.
My trident tattoo will come. I have contact with a tattoo artist in Kyiv, and when the moment comes I can come, I will be there to have it set (just like the Cossack I have on my right arm, I want to have it set in Ukraine). There is 1 open square left on my left arm (which carries images that tell stories, hopes and dreams of my life). Since 2013 Ukraine has become a part as well. Couldn't find a better spot.
Thank you Anna for a wonderful documentary on Ukraine's unique history and the number of times that outsiders have tried to deny Ukraine's heritage and acknowledge that they have a distinct heritage. The closest I've come is to the Trident that was used by the Poseidon who was one of the Gods in the Greek Pantheon. It never ceases to amaze me how much trade there was in what we call the Dark Ages and what archeology has taught us about history. If Swedish Vikings settled the area they would have traveled quite a bit. As there is a great deal of viking mythology perhaps as they traveled the world and traded with others they absorbed various symbols and other mythology and when one group settled Keivan Rus (rus means man who rows) the leader used a combination of symbols to create the Trident. I can see why a Viking might settle in the wilderness of Ukraine. Great soil to grow crops. Rivers that held plentiful variety of fish and animals suitable hunting for food and rivers for fishing and transport and one river that led to one sea and another sea on the east. A land of embarrassing riches. I've seen artifacts made of gold so they may have mined gold or had goods fine enough to trade for gold at one time. Ukraine's history is fascinating and I hope that the art and artifacts that were unearthed and recently stolen by Putin in his efforts to prove that Ukraine's history is not older or separate from Russia's or that Russia is an offspring of Keivan Rus, which is more likely, are returned undamaged to Ukraine so that all of us who plan to travel to Ukraine in the future can see these beautiful artifacts in person.
Thank you for explaining the history of the Trident. I love several of the T-Shirts in the new collection, especially the black ones. We'll soon get some. Have a nice new week!!
Anna, glad that i found your channel , i am a Greek born , but leave in USA, love the history of Ukraine, and the connection of my birth country with yours going way back . even till this terrible war started there was a big greek minority in Mariupol . keep going strong !! and Glory to UKRAINE !! I know you will win !! All the best !
My initial impression of the tryzub was that this was stylized rendition (Celtic-like to my eyes) of the Holy Ghost/Spirit representing the spirit of Pentecost, and that the trident aspect itself represented the Blessed Trinity. Combined with the image of a diving falcon, it seems to be to be a powerful merging of the religious with the national secular. The power of this icon cannot be ignored! It is on the Ukrainian flag that I display at home, superimposed on the traditional bi-color flag! Слава Україні! 🇺🇦
Far older is the steppe peoples' recognition of the eagle as the animal who flies highest, fathest-seeing, who is the intermediary who visits both the Great Sky, and taught a woman to speak the language of the animals, which humans had forgotten. The tale is ancient, and more complex than i here relate, though, as you see, informs us that we had forgotten our relationship with all other life. You might find more allegorical truth by extending beyond narrow and mistaken solipsistic myth. Pantheists at least recognized that their pantheons represented both human mental traits and limitations, as well as physical forces. Manichaean delusion is entirely overly simplistic, as what is "good" - you may subtract one o if you like and still remain accurate - for one individual living organism may not be the same for another.
Good video. Stay strong. Got a trident sticker on my back window in souport of Ukraine. It is also a reminder that world leaders should never trust Russia and its lieing leaders. Stay strong, Ukraine.
I heard a story recently, which may be true. Dad tells son, ‘Remember, you must not lie’. Son asks ‘Isn’t there any time I can lie?” Dad answers ‘ Well, yes. You can lie if you speak in Russian.’ Son says ‘But Dad, I don’t speak Russian’. Dad replies ‘I know.’
In the Ukrainian alphabet, the "V" Volodymyr Velykyj is a "B." One "B" forward facing and one in reverse, along with a center cross, form the Trident. Volodymyr Velykyj baptized Rus "original name of Ukraine" as a Christian country in the year 988, 150 year before Moscow was even a swamp hut.
3 has always been a very important number in many religions. Working together makes us strong. We will win this ancient war with Ukraine as the tip of the Tryzub 🔱
Thank you. I asked that question a while back and here it is. Very interresting. I had a feeling it was a very old and historic symbol. May your counter offensive be very very successful. Slava Ukraini.
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Very tasteful..tnx
One hypothesis is it is Neptune's trident or Poseidons trident.
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Don, Danube, Dnister and Dnipro, all derivatives of Danylo and were the original realm of our lands. The trident in my opinion is derived from this. I had the A blue yellow and Hutsul coloured Trident woven by my grandmother on my wall since a child.
Thanks for sharing this information, here’s an 🍎 for you, it’s just a pity that it’s not real……….
May the trident be the proud symbol of Ukraine for another thousand years and more.
So beautifully said
I like the Ukrainian Trident much. As well as the Ukrainian Flag. But, even if I'm suspect...because I love Ukraine since long, we all have to agree at least on the fact that it's undeniable that the UA Tridend is a awesome very stylish symbol; It immediately transports our imaginary to the ancient mythological legends (..).
Perfect match also for today's Ukrainian so heroic patriotic People, noble Nation.
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@@PatriciaSantos-qt9lw in the earlier forms you can see the ''runic connection'' on the design... after all, it comes from the Swedish Viking King Rurik first ruler of the Kievan Rus, just so you know, ''Rus Vikings'' in old Skadinavian means ''Rowing'' [rus] ''Raiders'' [vikings]
Agree - but let's not name a date, that could bring bad luck (cf. a certain "1000-year Reich"!) - let's say "for eternity"! 🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦 Слава Україні! 🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦
@@AnnafromUkrainewhy don't you fight in the Ukranian military?
Excellent episode. Thank you so much
Thanks so much for creating and sharing this informative and timely video. Great job. Keep it up. 😺 Slava Ukraini 💙💙💛💛
Oh wow! I love them all but the falling falcon story is amazing!
Extremely interesting history. Thank you for sharing it with us, Anna! Peter from Hungary.
Ambassador Anna from Ukraine! Keep up the good work.
You podcast is the best one on RUclips for anyone who wants to know more about UKRAINE. You are a GREAT AMBASSADOR for your people. I am an old U.S. Marine retired after 27 years. If I was a young man and could I would volunteer to come to UKRAINE and help fight for the freedom of your country. PEACE & BLESSINGS, Pastor Mike from Oklahoma Oblast , USA. 🇺🇦SLAVA UKRAINE🇺🇦GOD BLESS YOU ANNA❤️
The raven god hypothesis of the trident symbol is wonderful.
"Ukraine is not limited to war, there are many important and beautiful things..." and Anna is one of them!
Glory to Ukraine from USA . America and Ukraine are friends
I only knew trident as a symbol of Poseidon, the god of sea, so I was surprised it's a national symbol of Ukraine too. Now it's firmly associated with your brave country! Slava Ukraini
I also thought Trident was related to Poseidon and I also thought the Greek and Romans might have introduced to Ukraine. Slava Ukraini
I also only knew the association to Poseidon or Neptune (same god, like so many of the Greek gods also received Latin versions.). The idea that it might also be seen as a diving falcon is also nice.
It's a really simple and striking symbol. And now the whole free world knows it symbolizes Ukraine and it's heroic fight for freedom and independence!
I love that the Moskva was sunk with two Ukranian Neptune naval missiles! Sweden sent our best naval missiles in the beginning of the full scale invasion, when Odesa was really at risk. But it feels much better that genuine Ukraine missiles sunk the Moskva!
The Russian fleet needs to go away. Preferrably sunk! It's the fleet of an evil imperialistic country.
P.S. When I was a kid, I thought it was fun to try and write Swedish words with cyrillic letters. My father told me about some letters actually sounding diffrent, so it became a little extra tricky.😅But children like such games.
I guess future tourists to Ukraine from the free world will learn to read a few words in Ukranian cyrillic script.
Ancient Greece had colonies on the Black Sea so I think it is from Poseidon.
This is a well made documentary about the history of Ukrainian symbol. As I watch your various series, I understand more about your beautiful country. I support Ukrainian people in their fight for freedom from tyranny from Russian invasion.
I look forward to seeing your next video Anna!
Your words mean a lot to me. Thank you for inspiring
Anna 'forgot' to say than the trizub was invented by Russian historian Karamzin at the beginning of 19th century. And it is only after a century it was chosen as a symbol by Ukrainian (and Russian!) nationalists
I always wondered about the history of the Ukraine Trident. Thank you for sharing. Slava Ukraini!
Glory to Heroes.
Great history. Now I need to get a shirt with that symbol on it! 🇺🇦
The trident symbol is minimum 2300 years old. The Nazis stole it and used it as a symbol of their ideology.
It is nowadays banned in Sweden but those using it outside Sweden is somehow saluted even with the knowledge that they got it from the Nazis.
I don't want Ucraine to lose the war but it is actually a country that strictly follow the German 1940 ideology.
@@AnnafromUkraineThe trident was the symbol of Neptune’s wrath. He used it to shake the land of cities by the seas that offended him. That’s why it was used in pre-Christian Ukraine. The people of Constantinople would immediately recognize what it meant. It was the symbol of destruction coming from the sea to them.
It is the same reason the submarine-launched nuclear missiles are the Trident and Trident II missiles. If Putin is stupid enough to use a nuclear weapon, it will be a Trident II that wipes Moscow off the map permanently. It is strangely fitting that a Trident will be the end of Moscow if Russia decides to use nuclear weapons, isn’t it?
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It's not a "Trident". It's a Peregrin falcon diving for prey. Anna is wrong.
Amazing content ! Congrats from Chile 🇨🇱🇺🇦
I like the attacking falcon explanation. Its makes a lot of sense.
Anna from Ukraine is now one of the most important symbols of beautiful Ukraine!
Thank you for all you do!
Glory to the Heroes, Glory to Ukraine!
You are such a good ambassador for Ukraine … suggesting people buy merchandise as conversation starters! That is so true! That is one way for people to learn.
It’s very much a conversation starter. I travel for work, and am always looking for people wearing the trident and other Ukrainian symbols wherever I go… So far I’ve met a couple of Ukrainians that way. I’m planning on getting some shirts with the trident on them pretty soon here to wear when I’m traveling to hopefully meet more Ukrainians and supporters of Ukraine…
Love ya Anna...this trident is the symbol of Ukraine 🇺🇦 and on youtube Anna you are a symbol of Ukraine 🇺🇦...
Slava Ukraine 🇺🇦
Thank you Anna for such a beautiful tribute to a magnificent creative genius and national hero. SLAVA UKRAINE!
Thanks, been waiting for this!
In London, New York, and San Francisco, can personally testify to seeing the trident worn by all sorts of people. Others reports the same elsewhere ; Ukraines struggle has captured the heart of the civilized world.
Victory to Ukraine!
This is beautiful and very important. Thank you 🙏
I travel a lot for work, and admittedly look for anybody wearing Ukrainian symbols in the airport to pass the time. I’ve met a couple of Ukrainians that way… I also look for Ukrainian flags wherever I go. I’m always happy to see them when I do come across them!
Ukraine has certainly captured my heart.
@@chickenbiscuit4525 are you asking if I’ve seen people wearing Russian gear as I’ve traveled? If so, no, I haven’t.
You will see them in Sydney Australia as well. Lots Ukrainian expats and Australian supporters. 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🔱
Very nice video, and badass symbol ❤
Your presentation is a great pleasure to watch and Ukraine couldn’t have a better cultural spokesperson. Your English is impeccable and your calm, clear, voice is welcome in the irritating, high speed babble, and redundant “news” channels that overload the internet and RUclips.
Now I know and understand what the Ukrainian trident is.
God Bless 🇺🇦 Ukraine and it's Lovely People..❤❤❤❤
Retiree in Britain. I wear Ukrainian emblems or flags habitually, and their flag has hung from my washing line since February '22. Slava Ukraine !
I could understand how people might see a resemblance to a trident symbol derived from the ancient fishing spear, but looking at the way tryzub is drawn, and the way it appears on old relics, it does look more like the wings and tail of a diving bird, and the oval shape pointing down at the bottom looks like the body and beak of such a bird. I could see how a medieval king could wish to compare himself to a diving falcon as a warning to potential enemies that he was a dangerous person to offend.
I have the trident on my travel wallet, made in Ukraine 🙂. When ruzzia is ended and contained, I would like to come back to Ukraine. I have friends and people i worry about there. I think it would be great therapy to help and rebuild. This must not be forgotten.
This woman unites eloquence, education, elegance, intelligence and beauty. Don't wake me up please.
I learned about the trezub/trident in the 70’s when I studied at our parish Ukrainian schools on weekends (ugh!). Both in English and Ukrainian, the meaning translates literally as “three teeth”, like Neptune’s spear. I always loved the design, so as soon as the Orcs invaded, I had one tattooed on my wrist
Дякую! Слава Україні!
-from Ukrainian diaspora in Canada
With you having mentioned it now, I'm really fascinated by how much it looks like a diving falcon.
I admittedly saw that in it before I learned what it was a few months into the war. A beautiful symbol, either way.
Trident also belong to the Hidnu God Shiva it is called Trishul and Greek God Poseidon, I think there is some relation all of them are connected
Respect Ukraine from India Hope you guys stay safe and achieve victory
🙏🕊🌻🔱 Excellent History! Ukraine is Strong! Glory to Ukraine! Glory to the Heroes! The World Stays Committed! 🔱🌻🕊🙏
Another excellent and informative video. You present the Trident very confidently and with pride. Thanks Anna. Slava Ukraine,
I was told by several when living in Ukraine for two years in 1993-1994, that the trident encompasses within its shape the slavic word воля meaning "will", or "willpower", along with something close to the English concept of "freedom". Even if only partly true, it seems a very fitting symbol for Ukraine's struggle for its own sovereignty against the Russian Empire, which should have already comprehended its demise. (At least to the extent that the British, French, German, Japanese, etc. empires have come to grips with their demises).
A most potent symbol of Ukraine...excellent...well done Anna...E...
Yes, indeed, on all counts, Eamonn! 🔱
@@irenes.2807 ....It also is the name of the UK, s Nuclear Submarine force...very potent maritime tradition here in Birkenhead and up the coast at Barrow in Furness...cheers, Irene...peace and love..❤❤😊😊..E...
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Fascinating and very informative! The more we get to learn about Ukraine the more we appreciate the deep and long history of the land and it's people. Thank you!
The raven theory seems plausible, the Norse definitely used that on coins and other things and it was quite stylised.
I have the Trident T-shirt and base ball cap and am proud of them
Thank you so much. That is one of the really effective ways to demonstrate solidarity! We are grateful for that so much!
I think the simple answer is usually true. In ancient times the Black Sea was abundant with fish and trade, so a trident seems obvious. Some ancient ruler took it as the symbol and the dynasty lasted long enough for it to stick. Since the trident can also be a weapon, it also projects strength. It may go all the way back to the ancient Greeks since they had settlements around Odessa for centuries.
Yes, the Greeks lived along the Black Sea coast for millennia. In Ukraine they traded with the Scythians for gold and other goods.
I support Ukraine ❤ and I love your trident ❤ keep up vlogging your very pretty as always ❤
Thank you 😊
I voted in your poll about what viewers of your channel wanted to see more of, and I voted for History, Geography, People and honestly I don't remember what else was up for vote.
I follow several channels from Ukrainians, some serving in the AFU and some not, and I feel like I get enough of the Front Line News from them, but that I'd like to learn more about Ukraine without war. This is exactly the content I was hoping for.
Thank you Anna, for making Ukraine more accessible to all of us so far away.
I love how you explained this. Your eloquence and confidence seem to be growing with every day that goes by. You are a highly personable diplomat for Ukraine.
I really enjoy your educational content, the trident will become a symbol of freedom, defiance strength and unity for years to come....Slava ukraini
Я є шведським нащадком вікінгів з роду Рюрика, і у мене є ДНК-докази. Я стою з усією своєю душею на боці України. 🇸🇪🇺🇦🇸🇪
To me it's more than a Trident,it represents Ukraine...everything that is kind,beautiful,driven and it's the strength of all Ukrainians. It's a symbol of all things good...If you could only see yourselves through our eyes and heart. Slava Ukraine 🇺🇦 💙 🇺🇸
It's not a "Trident". It's a Peregrin falcon diving for prey. Eagles and falcons were symbols of power in the Middle Ages, and therefore used on almost every single military patch, family symbol for prince and kings. Anna is wrong. A "Trident" doesn't mean anything on a medieval coin
@@paolopetrozzi2213 What makes you so sure that you say others are wrong? Are you even Ukrainian?
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Go to study, rather than lose waste your time writing d__b questions.
The Ukrainian Tryzub is a very strong and nice looking symbol. I like it.
Very interesting to find out how old the Ukrainian Tryzub is and that it was found on so many items.
Thank you very much for this video Anna!!
Victory, Freedom, Full Reparations, and all of Ukraine's Land for Ukraine, this includes Donbas and Crimea! 💙💛
Anna 'forgot' to say than the trizub was invented by Russian historian Karamzin at the beginning of 19th century. And it is only after a century it was chosen as a symbol by Ukrainian (and Russian!) nationalists
Glory to Ukraine
From Oklahoma
I'm wearing one of my Ukraine Trident t-shirts right now, here in Oregon.
Last year I put a trident sticker on my truck, as an obvious show of support, but recently I wondered if it wasn't right, since I am not Ukrainian. I didn't want to seem like I was appropriating something. But if Anna says it's okay, then I'll proudly display this symbol of courage and strength until the orcs have been driven from Ukraine permanently. And it actually has started a few conversations with curious strangers, so all the better. Slava Ukraine!
Thank you so much Anna, very informative indeed 😊
We have a trident in common, our beautiful female warrior Britannia holds a trident spear and shield.
Thank you again for educating us my dear, take care and stay strong! You got this, we're with you. 🇺🇦🇬🇧❤🤫😘
Excellent presentation! Concise but extremely informative. Thank you
I always assumed Trident was for spear fishing. And, it does look very cool in your stylized version.
I have ordered 2 Tee shirts and when they arrive I will wear them with pride and show my support for The Ukraine. xx
Brilliant history lesson. I'm from the UK, and I have one tshirt with the trident, and another with the union jack and Ukrainian flag mixed into one flag. I support Ukraine from the very bottom of my heart.
I have the Trident Ukrainian flag flying now
Even there is statue of Britannia in Plymouth where Britannia is holding trident spear.
@@RichardLionheart12 on the Brunel Bridge?
My research of the symbol have lead me to a kings crown with center being a jewel.
I think the Greek/Roman god used tridents too - Poseidon the god of the sea!
Very interesting thank you
Yes, you are right
I have always wondered about the version of the trident used by Ukraine. It looks like a stylized bird.
Looking into the history of the place, I find that in struggles in the 17th century, the Hawk was the symbol of the zaporozhian Cossacks. More than one Ukrainian song I have read in translation, talks about the ‘hawk’ in a way that seems to mean an untamed Cossack.
If there is a connection here, can you give us any detail?
@@AnnafromUkraine yes it strikes a very maritime chord ,here on the banks of the river mersey 😊😊
These were displayed in my Ukrainian class in Junior High School, and were on the cover of my textbook. Ukrainians in Canada proudly displayed the flag and trident crest all through the Soviet Dark Ages. We still do, and we are even more proud of them now!
This is really a good thing you do here. The trident is a symbol directly destroying the stories of the hobby historian in the Kremlin.
“The hobby historian in the Kremlin” - I like this description, I’m going to steal it… 😉
I have heard the trident topped the royal staff of St Vladimir of Kyev
The Irish Heritage Trust on RUclips have a video Sharing Ukrainian and Irish Cultural Heritage.
May Ukraine be free from war and its people thrive. 😊
Thank you Anna. Groet, Arjan
Hi Anna! Thanks Much !.......
The trident was originally a fishing spear and is often seen with sea Gods like Poseidon. It also doubled as a land weapon as did many farming tools like pitch forks which were often three pronged, scythes, hammers and sickles.
Thanks for sharing your history.
Very old indeed, I think showing the nautical authority background.
The courtesy flag continues to be held high in unity. 🇺🇸 🇺🇦
Slava Ukraini
Thank you for the history of the Ukranian Trident. Now I can explain it when I wear my sweatshirt with the trident on it. I wear it with pride. I also have a garden flag with the trident with Glory to Ukraine.
Here's a proposal you may not have heard...
Your Tryzub resembles a medieval Wolf Trap, especially the modern symbol.
Often they were tall boards stuck into the ground with two deep V cuts at the top. Meat was stuck on the central higher spike. The wolf jumps up and catches his big front feet in the Vees, then hangs there until the hunter comes to collect him. The openings at the V bottoms simply help to hold his feet in. Years ago I bought a book with a medieval wolf trap illustration in it from a period woodcut that was printed. I saw the resemblance immediately. The Tryzub's higher central spike, the constricting wings and the places for his paws to lock in at the bottom.
Very neat symbol. I never have seen such illustrations or excellent explanation as yours and I looked it up on our English language internet. Publish to Wikipedia!
I like it because of the history and also it is simple and elegant..Stylish and to the point..
So do I
Very interesting, thank you.
Thank you for your great and interesting report Anna! 🫶🏻💖🇺🇦💙💛🇺🇦💖🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻
I’ve been trying to find the meaning of the trident since I first laid eyes on it. Thanks Anna, love from New Hampshire oblast, Patricia 👵🏻 🥰 Slava Ukraine 🇺🇦
Thank you, Anna, for sharing this history of the Ukrainian national emblem with us. When I hear trident, I think of Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea. But Ukraine's тризуб (tryzub) is more complex, more elaborate than Poseidon's trident, so I believe it must have a different meaning.
Ukraine's tryzub does resemble a diving falcon, and of course the falcon is a symbol of strength in many cultures. In the U.S., we even named one of our fighter jets accordingly: the F-16 Fighting Falcon. (Which the Armed Forces of Ukraine will put to good use soon.)
I wonder if Ukraine's tryzub is actually a combination of the seafaring trident and the falcon, representing the power of the sea combined with the power of the land. That seems very fitting for Ukraine. I can imagine an ancient ruler of the region wanting a symbol that represents that combination of strengths.
A very beautiful Vlog and it seems to come straight from your heart.
My trident tattoo will come. I have contact with a tattoo artist in Kyiv, and when the moment comes I can come, I will be there to have it set (just like the Cossack I have on my right arm, I want to have it set in Ukraine). There is 1 open square left on my left arm (which carries images that tell stories, hopes and dreams of my life). Since 2013 Ukraine has become a part as well. Couldn't find a better spot.
Thank you Anna for a wonderful documentary on Ukraine's unique history and the number of times that outsiders have tried to deny Ukraine's heritage and acknowledge that they have a distinct heritage. The closest I've come is to the Trident that was used by the Poseidon who was one of the Gods in the Greek Pantheon. It never ceases to amaze me how much trade there was in what we call the Dark Ages and what archeology has taught us about history. If Swedish Vikings settled the area they would have traveled quite a bit. As there is a great deal of viking mythology perhaps as they traveled the world and traded with others they absorbed various symbols and other mythology and when one group settled Keivan Rus (rus means man who rows) the leader used a combination of symbols to create the Trident. I can see why a Viking might settle in the wilderness of Ukraine. Great soil to grow crops. Rivers that held plentiful variety of fish and animals suitable hunting for food and rivers for fishing and transport and one river that led to one sea and another sea on the east. A land of embarrassing riches. I've seen artifacts made of gold so they may have mined gold or had goods fine enough to trade for gold at one time.
Ukraine's history is fascinating and I hope that the art and artifacts that were unearthed and recently stolen by Putin in his efforts to prove that Ukraine's history is not older or separate from Russia's or that Russia is an offspring of Keivan Rus, which is more likely, are returned undamaged to Ukraine so that all of us who plan to travel to Ukraine in the future can see these beautiful artifacts in person.
Thank you for explaining the history of the Trident. I love several of the T-Shirts in the new collection, especially the black ones. We'll soon get some. Have a nice new week!!
Anna, glad that i found your channel , i am a Greek born , but leave in USA, love the history of Ukraine, and the connection of my birth country with yours going way back . even till this terrible war started there was a big greek minority in Mariupol . keep going strong !! and Glory to UKRAINE !! I know you will win !! All the best !
@Anna from Ukraine King Rus had similar looking symbol, but also later in Christian times reflects descending holy spirt protecting Ukraine.
Slava Ukraine from Oshawa, Canada. All Ukrainians are proud of their history
My initial impression of the tryzub was that this was stylized rendition (Celtic-like to my eyes) of the Holy Ghost/Spirit representing the spirit of Pentecost, and that the trident aspect itself represented the Blessed Trinity. Combined with the image of a diving falcon, it seems to be to be a powerful merging of the religious with the national secular. The power of this icon cannot be ignored! It is on the Ukrainian flag that I display at home, superimposed on the traditional bi-color flag! Слава Україні! 🇺🇦
Far older is the steppe peoples' recognition of the eagle as the animal who flies highest, fathest-seeing, who is the intermediary who visits both the Great Sky, and taught a woman to speak the language of the animals, which humans had forgotten.
The tale is ancient, and more complex than i here relate, though, as you see, informs us that we had forgotten our relationship with all other life.
You might find more allegorical truth by extending beyond narrow and mistaken solipsistic myth.
Pantheists at least recognized that their pantheons represented both human mental traits and limitations, as well as physical forces.
Manichaean delusion is entirely overly simplistic, as what is "good"
- you may subtract one o if you like and still remain accurate - for one individual living organism may not be the same for another.
Hello Anna and world. Black panther on a white background for Slovenija! Have a beautiful day. Bye. Rudi.
The trident its pretty cool ngl
Good video. Stay strong. Got a trident sticker on my back window in souport of Ukraine. It is also a reminder that world leaders should never trust Russia and its lieing leaders.
Stay strong, Ukraine.
I heard a story recently, which may be true. Dad tells son, ‘Remember, you must not lie’. Son asks ‘Isn’t there any time I can lie?” Dad answers ‘ Well, yes. You can lie if you speak in Russian.’ Son says ‘But Dad, I don’t speak Russian’. Dad replies ‘I know.’
In the Ukrainian alphabet, the "V" Volodymyr Velykyj is a "B." One "B" forward facing and one in reverse, along with a center cross, form the Trident. Volodymyr Velykyj baptized Rus "original name of Ukraine" as a Christian country in the year 988, 150 year before Moscow was even a swamp hut.
Thank you Anna and Sasha very interesting video
...thank you for explaining the trident...it is an intriguing symbol, which I had never seen before the Russian invasion...Slava Ukraini....
Very interesting history enjoyed this 👌
Awesome Anna. Thx so much. I wondered this the other day, since I was concidering Trident as a watermark in a frame.
I love the Tryzyub I have a lot of Ukrainian flags and one of them has the trident of Ukraine. Ukraine is a beautiful country and I love it very much.
Greetings from Los Angeles, California, USA, Anna!!
I like this channel, and I come back to ear Anna about Ukraine.
Very interesting history lesson Anna.
Glad you liked it
Thank you for more information on the Tryzub symbol, molodets ... I'm enjoying this series on Ukrainian culture &history ... Slava Ukraini
Glory to Heroes. Thank you 🙏
@@AnnafromUkraineUkraine is in BED with the corrupt West
Trident is older than Moscow
Definitely
*Moscowards
(Spanish: Moscubardes)
great info video, thank you
i think the diving falcon is a good likeness.
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Thanks for explaining. I wanted to ask you about the trident 🔱 for a while. 💙💛😀👍
I’m always glad to get questions-ideas
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@@AnnafromUkraine I will have a think 🤔 😉
3 has always been a very important number in many religions. Working together makes us strong. We will win this ancient war with Ukraine as the tip of the Tryzub 🔱
True.
Thank you. I asked that question a while back and here it is. Very interresting. I had a feeling it was a very old and historic symbol.
May your counter offensive be very very successful. Slava Ukraini.