The red lotus flower
is most commonly associated with love
and compassion. Historical symbolism of the red lotus is most
referenced in Buddhism because it was commonly found where Buddhism was
practiced. The lotus flower is found on bodies of water and blooms in the
morning. During the evening, the flower disappears. There are three ancient
cultures that commonly referenced the lotus flower in cultural texts: ancient
Egyptians, Hindus and Buddhists. In
most references, the lotus flower is associated with rebirth since the flower
seems to resurrect itself each day. The lotus also symbolizes purity because of the contrast seen when
the flower blooms in murky water.
The lotus flower symbolizes rising from a dark place into beauty and rebirth, as this is
exactly how a lotus flower grows. Lotus flowers grow directly out of muddy
and murky waters and produce beautiful white and pink blossoms. Lotus flowers
are often referred to in Buddhist studies and they are a symbol of strength among adversity.
The lotus flower is a popular design for tattoos and art, as
it is a daily reminder that perseverance
and inner strength results in light and beauty. The lotus position is a
common yoga pose in which the student sits in a cross legged position, relaxed
and still. Lotus flowers are white to pink in color, and they give off a
pleasant fragrance. The lotus is also a prominent symbol in Hindu mythology,
and it is also known as the white water lily.
The lotus flower represents one symbol of fortune in
Buddhism. It grows in muddy water, and it is this environment that gives forth
the flower’s first and most literal meaning: rising and blooming above the murk
to achieve enlightenment.
The second meaning, which is related to the first is purification.
It resembles the purifying of the
spirit which is born into murkiness.
The third meaning refers to faithfulness. Those who are
working to rise above the muddy waters will need to be faithful followers.
To me, the lotus blossom is my symbol of me rising from the dark place I've been for the past 3+ years into a place of beauty & rebirth. I am starting a new chapter in my life and working on MYSELF and loving myself, taking care of myself. This is me, rising from a dark place into beauty & light.
To me, the lotus blossom is my symbol of me rising from the dark place I've been for the past 3+ years into a place of beauty & rebirth. I am starting a new chapter in my life and working on MYSELF and loving myself, taking care of myself. This is me, rising from a dark place into beauty & light.
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