Lotus Flower

[Michie]

AI overview:

While the lily is more commonly associated with Mary in Christianity, the lotus flower can represent her as well, symbolizing purity and divine beauty, much like the lily. Both flowers represent purity and are often found in artwork and churches dedicated to the Virgin Mary.

Similar symbolism

• Purity: Both the lily and the lotus are used to symbolize purity because of their ability to rise from muddy water or dark places unstained and pristine.
• Divine beauty: The lotus is seen as a symbol of divine beauty and grace, qualities also attributed to Mary.
• Church art: The lotus is depicted in some ancient churches dedicated to Mary, according to Oxford Academic.

More common association with Mary

• The Lily: The lily, especially the white lily, is the more prominent flower linked to Mary. It was carried by the Archangel Gabriel during the Annunciation and is often used in art to represent her.
• Other flowers: Other flowers, such as roses, violets, and bluebells, also have specific connections to Mary in Christian tradition.

 

[FaithT]

AI overview:

While the lily is more commonly associated with Mary in Christianity, the lotus flower can represent her as well, symbolizing purity and divine beauty, much like the lily. Both flowers represent purity and are often found in artwork and churches dedicated to the Virgin Mary.

Similar symbolism

• Purity: Both the lily and the lotus are used to symbolize purity because of their ability to rise from muddy water or dark places unstained and pristine.
• Divine beauty: The lotus is seen as a symbol of divine beauty and grace, qualities also attributed to Mary.
• Church art: The lotus is depicted in some ancient churches dedicated to Mary, according to Oxford Academic.

More common association with Mary

• The Lily: The lily, especially the white lily, is the more prominent flower linked to Mary. It was carried by the Archangel Gabriel during the Annunciation and is often used in art to represent her.
• Other flowers: Other flowers, such as roses, violets, and bluebells, also have specific connections to Mary in Christian tradition.

That makes me feel better about my doubts about having a lotus flower box, not that I was all that concerned about it anymore anyway.

 

[Tom D]

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It's an interesting article, thank you.