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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Christian the Lion” is a common card of the Memes World series 73, number 21781 of the collection, and the 120th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Christian the Lion” meme mean?
The meme represents an unbreakable emotional bond, genuine gratitude, and the joy of reuniting after a lengthy separation. Users invoke this footage to convey tender affection, celebrate reconnections with long-lost companions, or marvel at how deeply love and memory endure against all odds.
Where does the “Christian the Lion” meme come from?
In 1971, John Rendall and Anthony “Ace” Bourke traveled to Kenya to visit Christian, a lion they had previously purchased in London and entrusted to conservationist George Adamson. Despite living in the wild for a year, the feline ran up and hugged them affectionately. Captured by filmmakers Bill Travers and James Hill for the documentary *Christian the Lion at World’s End*, the footage surfaced on a fan website in 2002 before spreading widely through chain emails, MySpace, and YouTube.
- 1971The emotional reunion is filmed in Kenya during Christian's wildlife rehabilitation.
- 2002The historic footage is uploaded to a fan website, sparking widespread digital sharing.
How to use the “Christian the Lion” meme
- Posting the clip to celebrate an overdue reunion with a beloved companion.
- Describing the joyful greeting given by a family pet upon returning from a long trip.
- Illustrating that deep personal bonds never fade despite years of distance.
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The “Christian the Lion” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21781 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 65/100 · #120 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Christian the Lion” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Christian the Lion comes out of the Memes World series 73 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
Where does the Christian the Lion clip come from?
It originates from a 1971 documentary filmed in Kenya by Bill Travers and James Hill.
Who are the two men greeting the lion?
They are John Rendall and Anthony “Ace” Bourke, who initially raised Christian in London.
When did Christian the Lion become an internet sensation?
The sequence first appeared online via a fan page in 2002 before gaining massive traction on YouTube.
How do I get the Christian the Lion meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Christian the Lion” is a common card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Christian the Lion card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Men Reunite with Christian the Lion 2 Years After Buying ... · Christian the lion - Wikipedia · Christian, o leão – Wikipédia, a enciclopédia livre · checked on October 15, 2026.
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