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subtle, majestic lily
holds its delicate white
blossoms snugly between
its strong, broad leaves.
This flower represents
the both the strength
and wild beauty in May
birthdays. A fresh bouquet
of lilies is a magnificent
way to send your best,
birthday wishes.
Generally the meaning
of lily flowers is dedicated
to goddesses in the
western world. According
to a Greek myth, lilies
were first grown in
the earth from the breast
milk of Goddess Hera.
Romans believed it is
from Juno. Juno is the
empress of the whole
nature. Lily is also
associated with roman
Goddess Venus. Venus
became jealous of lily
and gave lily a heavy
pistil for the lily
to carry.
Lily has strong religious
meaning other than Virgin
Mary. The Easter lily
that blooms during Easter
is an example. Lilies
take the spiritual essence
of Easter, promising
hope of life. Today
churches adore the altars
with Easter lilies.
The myth connecting
Jesus and lilies says
that white lilies sprung
from the places where
the sweat of Jesus fell,
during his final hours.
Thus lilies assume the
meaning of everlasting
hope of life. It is
also the symbol of sacrifice
and care for fellow
beings. The religious
meanings of lily flowers
are in short very numerous.
In present times Calla
lily is presented to
couples celebrating
their sixth wedding
anniversary. It is associated
with Magnificent Beauty.
In China, Day lily is
presented on 20 th wedding
anniversary. It is the
Chinese emblem of Mother.
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