Interesting Facts about the Lotus Flower

The Lotus Flower Binomial Name: The roots of the Lotus are planted in the soil of the pond or NELUMBO river bottom, while the leaves float on top of the water surface. NUCIFERA Throughout many cultures over time, the lotus has been a powerful image and a spiritual symbol. "May we exist like the lotus at ease in muddy water " Main Cultural Symbolism Egyptians tis known to be Buddhism It is known to be associated with purity, spiritual awakening and faithfulness. associated with rebirth. This is a consequence of it supposedly retracting into the water at the night, and emerging a fresh in the Sun the next day. The flower is considered pure as it is able to emerge from murky waters in the morning and be perfectly clean. The Egyptians therefore associated the lotus flower The breaking of the surface is also suggestive of desire, related with spiritual enlightenment. with the sun which also disappeared in the night, only to re-emerge in the morning. Colors and meanings: Hinduism Associated with beauty, fertility, prosperity, spirituality, and eternity. Symbolizes Bodhi The eight petals (being awakened), and represents a state of mental purity, and that of spiritual perfection Associated with a victory of the spirit over that of wisdom, intelligence and knowledge. of the purple Lotus are The lotus represents a wise and spiritually enlightened quality; it is representative of somebody who carries out their tasks with little concern for any reward and with a full liberation from attachment. representative of the noble eightfold path. This is the supreme lotus and is Related to the heart, The unopened bud depicts a folded soul that has the ability to unfold and open itself up to the divine truth. and the Lotus flower considered to be the true lotus of Buddha. meaning is associated with that of love and compassion. Interesting Facts Various parts of the sacred Lotus are also used in The flowers, seeds, young leaves, and "roots" (rhizomes) are all edible. Lotus can survive thousands of years and even to revive after long period of dormancy. traditional Asian herbal medicine. For the benefit of all at the expense of none choki.org facebook.com/chokiart