Arms of Ronald Arthur Ward
Arms of Ronald Arthur Ward
Blazon
Argent on a cross quadrate between four escutcheons Gules the first and fourth charged with a cross crosslet and the second and third with a pulpit Or, an open book proper bound Or;
Symbolism
The Canadian Heraldic Authority does not have confirmed symbolism for this emblem. The following comments are hypotheses only. The crosses, book and pulpits refer to Dr. Ward’s profession as a clergyman,evangelist and scholar of the New Testament. The cross-crosslets also appear in the arms of Wycliffe College, Toronto, where he held the position of Professor of New Testament.
Crest of Ronald Arthur Ward
Blazon
A padlock in front of a key wards in chief to the sinister Or;
Symbolism
The Canadian Heraldic Authority does not have confirmed symbolism for this emblem. The following comments are hypotheses only. The padlock and key make a pun on Dr. Ward’s name, “ward” meaning “guardian,” but also being a part of the security mechanism of both the lock and the key.
Motto of Ronald Arthur Ward
Blazon
SECURITAS IN FIDE;
Symbolism
This Latin phrase meaning “Safety in faith.” makes reference both to the Crest and to Dr. Ward's calling as a clergyman."
