The chameleon, is a religious symbol which represents patience and change. These qualities are shown by its careful stride and simulation of many shades of colour. "xexea mea agama gbalee", the phrase emphasises that no condition is permanent. The world is a place of changes. Because of its nature of simulating different shades of colour, the chameleon is said to represent God, who is omnipotent, versatile and possesses everything.