A symbol of hope, growth, renewal, potential, achievement and perfection. It is often used as ornamental motifs by all cultures and is a religious symbol throughout the world because of its meaning of love and honouring. The fragrance, beauty and colour of flowers offer inspiration.
In the Song of Songs II, the lover compares his beloved to a ‘rose among thorns’. The flower came to represent the Jewish people in their betrothal to their Creator. Jerusalem is said to be the rose, the flower of the heart, the centre of the world. In ancient days, flowers provided oils and perfumes for temple services.
For me, flowers are an offering of energy, colour, and light. They symbolize the beauty in life and offer hope in the future. In my paintings, irises often symbolize light and the sunflower symbolizes the sun and courage.
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