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In Burmese tradition, the peacock—Daung—is a creature of light and meaning, symbolising the sun, spiritual wisdom, joy, and enduring pride. Once carried on royal banners and later embraced by movements for democracy, its image speaks of beauty bound to resilience. Legend tells that the peacock can consume poison and emerge unharmed, a reflection of Buddhist teachings on transforming life’s hardships into clarity and compassion. Known as Mahamayuri, the sacred bird appears in stories of the Buddha’s past lives, reminding us that true strength lies in grace, balance, and inner awakening.