The First to Believe

Each town and village in Malta has its coat-of-arms and motto. The one from Naxxar is a simple cross in white and red, juxtaposed half and half. It is displayed in churches, in banners, in festive decorations and other important landmarks. The motto is 'Prior Credidi,' Latin for 'The first to believe.' This Christmas a display of the coat-of-arms was done near the parish church with poinsettias, juxtaposed in white and red. Unfortunately, a wind-storm destroyed the plants a few days after I took this photo, but at least they made it through Christmas day.

The Naxxar emblem with its motto 'Prior Credidi' in a festive banner.