[FONT=Verdana, Times New Roman, Helvetica]Here's the definition as oulined on page 66. of Ed Parker's Infinite Insights into Kenpo, volume I.[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, Times New Roman, Helvetica]The OVAL -
Represents the shape of the world. It is also a framework which encompasses and controls the flame.
The FLAME -
Is one of perpetual friendship and brotherhood which, kindled by all Karate systems, will grow with brilliance each year.
It's beauty can be paralleled with the art -- graceful and useful, but deadly when touched.
The three tips of the flame represent the three stages of learning -- primitive, mechanical and spontaneous.
The COLORS -
Represent the stages of proficiency in the art -- white for beginner, brown for expert, black for expert, and red for professorship.
I hope this helps,
Marcel[/FONT]