Encyclopedia - Flower: Encyclopedia Ii - Flower - Flowers As Symbols
Many flowers have important symbolic meanings in Western culture. The practice of assigning meanings to flowers is known as floriography....   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Flower: Encyclopedia - Flower
A flower (<Old French flo(u)r<Latin florem<flos), also known as a bloom or blossom, is the reproductive structure found in flowe...   » Read the article

Article - Love And Happiness: A Bouquet Of Thoughts For Weekend Cheer
A flower, a thing of beauty, brings joy - but not forever. Soon, it withers and dies. Its transience helps us to understand the value ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Tokyo: Encyclopedia - Tokyo
Adopted in June 1989, Tokyo's official symbol has three arcs forming the letter T for Tokyo in the shape of a vivid green ginkgo leaf. I...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Shrivatsa: Encyclopedia - Shrivatsa
Shrivatsa is an ancient auspicious symbol in India. In Jainism, it often marks the chest of the Tirthankara idol. It is one of the ashta-...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Myrtle: Encyclopedia - Myrtle
Myrtus communis L. Myrtus nivellei Batt. & Trab. The Myrtle (Myrtus) is a genus of one or two species of flowering plants in the fami...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Chicory: Encyclopedia - Chicory
Chicory is the common name given to the flowering plants in genus Cichorium of the family Asteraceae. There are two cultivated species, a...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pink: Encyclopedia - Pink
Pink is a color made by mixing red and white and sometimes described as being a light red, but it is more accurately a bright undersatur...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Rose: Encyclopedia - Rose
About 100, see text A rose is a flowering shrub of the genus Rosa and the flower of this shrub. There are more than a hundred species of ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Bay Laurel: Encyclopedia - Bay Laurel
The Bay Laurel (Laurus nobilis, Lauraceae), also known as True Laurel, Sweet Bay, Grecian Laurel, Laurel, or Bay Tree, is an evergreen tr...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Iconography: Encyclopedia - Iconography
Iconography is the study and interpretation of images in art. This includes both religious and secular images of all varieties. Images ha...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cornucopia: Encyclopedia - Cornucopia
The cornucopia (Latin Cornu Copiae), also known as the Horn of Plenty, is a symbol of food and plenty dating back to the 5th century BC. ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Acorus: Encyclopedia - Acorus
See text Acorus is a genus of monocot flowering plants. This genus was once placed within the family Araceae (aroids), but more recent ph...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Color Revolution: Encyclopedia - Color Revolution
Color revolutions or Flower revolutions are the names given collectively to a series of related movements that developed in post-communis...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pomegranate: Encyclopedia - Pomegranate
P. granatum L. P. protopunica Balf. The Pomegranate, Punica granatum, is a species of fruit-bearing deciduous shrub or small tree growing...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Flower Dream Symbol: Dreams Interpretation Dictionary - Flower
Flower Dream Symbols: growth, fulfillment, achievement of a goal; your true self (as in nature).   (Source: Myths - Dreams - Symb...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Flowers Dreams Symbol: Christian Dream Interpretation Dictionary - Flowers
Flowers: Man's glory of the flesh that is passing away; an offering; glory of God; the Holy people and land of God, Israel. (1 Peter 1...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Blue Flower: Encyclopedia Ii - Blue Flower - Origins
German-writer Novalis first used the symbol in his unfinished Bildungsroman Heinrich von Ofterdingen. After contemplating a meeting with ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Flower Communion: Encyclopedia Ii - Flower Communion - History
Flower Communion was initiated by Norbert Capek, who was also the founder of the Unitarian Church in Czechoslovakia. He saw the need to u...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ikebana: Encyclopedia Ii - Ikebana - History
Ikebana began as a kind of ritual flower offering made in Buddhist temples in Japan during the sixth century. In these arrangements, both...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Lotus: Sai Baba Dictionary On Lotus
Lotus: Lotus: Flower; Hindu symbol of beauty, purity and good fortune.   (See also: Lotus , Hinduism, Hinduism Dictionary, ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Nonthaburi Province: Encyclopedia Ii - Nonthaburi Province - Symbols
The provincial seal shows earthenware, a traditional product from Nonthaburi. Provincial flower and tree is the Yellow Flame Tree (Peltop...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Tokyo: Encyclopedia Ii - Tokyo - Prefectural Symbols
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government uses a gingko leaf design in iron fences along streets, Toei metropolitan buses, and other facilities t...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Corn Dolly: New Age Spirituality Dictionary On Corn Dolly
Corn Dolly A figure, often human shaped, made by plaiting wheat, flowers or corn stalks, similar to a poppet. It is symbolic of the fe...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Padma: Hindu - Hinduism Dictionary On Padma
padma: (Sanskrit) The lotus flower, Nelumbo nucifera, symbol of spiritual development and the chakras. Because it grows out of mud and...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Fig: Encyclopedia Ii - Fig - Symbolism
In the Book of Jeremiah in the Old Testament rotten figs are used as a symbol for destruction, and in the New Testament Jesus rebukes an ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Rose: Encyclopedia Ii - Rose - Roses And Culture
Roses are ancient symbols of love and beauty. The rose was sacred to a number of goddesses, and is often used as a symbol of the Virgin M...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Trang Province: Encyclopedia Ii - Trang Province - Symbols
The provincial symbolic flower and tree is the Green ebony (Jacaranda filicifolia). The plant was imported from Australia by the same gov...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Venezuela: Encyclopedia Ii - Venezuela - National Symbols
Venezuela's national symbols include the Flag, the Coat of Arms, and the National Anthem. Other elements relative to the typical flora an...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Venezuela: Encyclopedia Ii - Venezuela - National Symbols
Venezuela's national symbols include the Flag, the Coat of Arms, and the National Anthem. Other elements relative to the typical flora an...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Tokyo: Encyclopedia Ii - Tokyo - Influence
As the nation's center of politics, business, finance, education, mass media, and pop culture, Tokyo has Japan's highest concentration of...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Tokyo: Encyclopedia Ii - Tokyo - History
Tokyo's rise to prominence can be largely attributed to two men: Tokugawa Ieyasu and Emperor Meiji. In 1603, after unifying the warring s...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Tokyo: Encyclopedia Ii - Tokyo - Geography And Administrative Divisions
Tokyo is northwest of Tokyo Bay, and is about 90 km east-to-west and 25 km north-to-south. It borders Chiba Prefecture to the east, Yaman...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Tokyo: Encyclopedia Ii - Tokyo - Economy
Tokyo has the largest metropolitan economy in the world: its nominal GDP of around $1.315 trillion is greater than the 8th largest nation...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Tokyo: Encyclopedia Ii - Tokyo - Demographics
As one of the major cities of the world, Tokyo has over 8 million people living within its 23 wards, and during the daytime, the populati...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Tokyo: Encyclopedia Ii - Tokyo - Transportation
Tokyo is Japan's largest domestic and international hub for rail, ground, and air transportation. Public transportation within Tokyo is d...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Tokyo: Encyclopedia Ii - Tokyo - Tourism
Tokyo has many tourist attractions. It would take weeks to see all the major ones. Thanks to a very convenient train and subway system (w...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Tokyo: Encyclopedia Ii - Tokyo - Culture
Tokyo - Museums. Tokyo has numerous museums and art galleries. This list is by no means exhaustive. Tokyo National Museum National Mus...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Tokyo: Encyclopedia Ii - Tokyo - Education
Being the nation's center of education, Tokyo boasts many universities, junior colleges, and vocational schools. Many of Japan's most pre...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Tokyo: Encyclopedia Ii - Tokyo - Sports
Tokyo is home to two professional baseball clubs, the Yakult Swallows (Meiji Jingu Stadium) and Yomiuri Giants (Tokyo Dome). The Japan Su...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Surat Thani Province: Encyclopedia Ii - Surat Thani Province - Symbols
The provincial symbolic flower is the Bua Phut (Rafflesia kerrii), a parasitic plant with one of the biggest flowers of all plants. The p...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Sigma Tau Delta: Encyclopedia Ii - Sigma Tau Delta - Symbols
The initials of this honor society stand for "Sincerity, Truth, and Design." The official colors of the society are red and black. The of...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - May Queen: Encyclopedia Ii - May Queen - Mythology
The May Queen is also known as The Maiden, the goddess of spring, flower bride, queen of the faeries, and the lady of the flowers. The Ma...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Three Jewels: Encyclopedia Ii - Three Jewels - Triratna Symbol
The "Three jewels" are also symbolized by the triratna, composed of (from bottom to top): A lotus flower within a circle. A diamond ro...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Buddhist Symbolism: Encyclopedia Ii - Buddhist Symbolism - Early Aniconic Symbols
Among the earliest and most common symbols of Buddhism are the dharma wheel and the lotus flower. The dharma wheel, traditionally represe...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Phichit Province: Encyclopedia Ii - Phichit Province - Symbols
The flag of Phichit shows the circular provincial seal in the middle. It has three green bars and two white horizontal bars, with the mid...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Alpha Psi Omega: Encyclopedia Ii - Alpha Psi Omega - Fraternity Symbols
Motto: Seek A Life Useful Colors: Light Blue and Amber (In reference to "Sky Blue" and "Bastard Amber," the two most popular theatre ligh...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Hawaii: Encyclopedia Ii - Hawaii - Symbols
The state constitution and various other measures of the Hawaiʻi State Legislature established official symbols meant to embody the dist...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Chanthaburi Province: Encyclopedia Ii - Chanthaburi Province - Symbols
The flag of the province also shows the seal in the middle - a white rabbit on the yellow moon disc, on a blue disc. The background of th...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Venezuela: Encyclopedia Ii - Venezuela - National Symbols
Venezuela's national symbols include the Flag, the Coat of Arms, and the National Anthem. Other elements relative to the typical flora an...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Bakula: Bhakti Yoga Dictionary Ii On Bakula
bakula Mimusops elengi, an evergreen tree of the Indian subcontinent, with small, shiny, thick, narrow, pointed leaves, straight trunk...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Vajra: Encyclopedia Ii - Vajra - Symbolism
The vajra is made up of several parts: In the center is a sphere which represents Sunyata, the primordial nature of the universe, the und...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Edelweiss: Encyclopedia Ii - Edelweiss - Description
Edelweiss is a protected plant in many countries, including Switzerland, Slovenia (since 1898) and Romania (since 1933). It usually grows...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Fleur-de-lis: Encyclopedia Ii - Fleur-de-lis - Origins
The name translates into English as "lily flower", and the symbol is in fact a stylized Iris Pseudacorus l.. It was adopted by King Phili...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Hawaii: Encyclopedia Ii - Hawaii - Symbols
The state constitution and various other measures of the Hawaiʻi State Legislature established official symbols meant to embody the dist...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Cauldron: Spiritual Dictionary On Cauldron
Cauldron: The cauldron is a large metal vessel, usually made of iron. It is seen to be symbolic of the Goddess. Fires may be lit withi...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Palmette: Encyclopedia Ii - Palmette - Deducing Meaning From Context And Placement
Both in ancient and in modern usage, in East and West, the grouping of motifs we have discussed has a sacred, auspicious and often magica...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Fleur-de-lis: Encyclopedia Ii - Fleur-de-lis - Origins
The name translates into English as "lily flower", and the symbol is in fact a stylized Iris Pseudacorus l.. It was adopted by King Phili...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Japanese Mythology: Encyclopedia Ii - Japanese Mythology - Prosperity And Eternity
Ninigi met the Princess Konohana-sakuya (symbol of flowers), the daughter of Yamatumi (master of mountains). They fell in love. Ninigi as...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Iconography: Encyclopedia Ii - Iconography - Hinduism
Images of Hindu gods use a rich symbolism. Some figures are blue-skinned (the color of heaven) or may have multiple arms holding various ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Chrysanthemum: Encyclopedia Ii - Chrysanthemum - Ornamental Uses
Modern chrysanthemums are much more showy than their ancient relatives. The flowers occur in various forms, and can be daisy-like, decora...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Assyrian Tree Of Life: Spiritual Theosophical Dictionary On Assyrian Tree Of Life
Assyrian Tree of Life. "Asherah" (q.v.). It is translated in the Bible by "grove " and occurs 30 times. It is call...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Bliss Short Story: Encyclopedia Ii - Bliss Short Story - Interpretation
Bliss short story - Nature - the pear tree. Bertha sees the blooming pear tree in the garden as a symbol of her happiness and her frien...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Chiang Rai Province: Encyclopedia Ii - Chiang Rai Province - Symbols
The provincial tree is the Tree Jasmine (Radermachera ignea), and the provincial flower is the Orange Trumpet (Pyrostegia venusta). The p...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Chaiyaphum Province: Encyclopedia Ii - Chaiyaphum Province - Symbols
The provincial tree is Siamese senna (Cassia siamea), and the provincial flower the Siam Tulip (Curcuma alismatifolia). The provincial sl...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Horae: Encyclopedia Ii - Horae - First Generation
The first generation consisted of Thallo, Auxo, and Carpo, who were the goddesses of the seasons (the Greeks only recognized spring, summ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Culture Of Kyrgyzstan: Encyclopedia Ii - Culture Of Kyrgyzstan - Cultural Artifacts
Tush kyiz are large, elaborately embroidered wall hangings, traditionally made in Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan by elder women to commemorate...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Bamboo: Encyclopedia Ii - Bamboo - Cultural Aspects
Bamboo's long life makes it a Chinese symbol of long life, while in India it is a symbol of friendship. Its rare blossoming has led to th...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Gilbert And George: Encyclopedia Ii - Gilbert And George - Photo-montages
The pair are perhaps best known for their large scale photo-montages, such as Cosmological Pictures (1993), frequently tinted in extremel...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ilidža: Encyclopedia Ii - Ilidža - Geography
Ilidža is known to have a pleasant and attractive geography. The city itself is built on fairly level ground, although it is surrounded ...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Melissai: Spiritual - Theosophy Dictionary On Melissai
Melissai (Greek) Bees; applied to poets and certain priestesses of Delphi, or to Demeter and Artemis, and by the Neoplatonists to any ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Rudolph Valentino: Encyclopedia Ii - Rudolph Valentino - Aftermath
Valentino's reputation still stands as a legendary sex symbol of androgynous appeal. He has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and, in ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - A Scanner Darkly: Encyclopedia Ii - A Scanner Darkly - Themes
Dick twists American society into a very surreal setting, by expanding on several social problems of growing interest in the 1960s, namel...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Barbados: Encyclopedia Ii - Barbados - National Symbols
The national flower is the Poinciana (Caesalpinia pulcherrima (L.) Sw. , Pride of Barbados), which grows across the island of Barbados. ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Barbados: Encyclopedia Ii - Barbados - National Symbols
The national flower is the Poinciana (Caesalpinia pulcherrima (L.) Sw. , Pride of Barbados), which grows across the island of Barbados. ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Lillie Langtry: Encyclopedia Ii - Lillie Langtry - Cultural Influence
Her nickname, "The Jersey Lily", was taken from the Jersey lily flower (Amaryllis belladonna) – a symbol of Jersey. The nickname was po...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Asherah: Spiritual - Theosophy Dictionary On Asherah
Asherah 'asherah (Hebrew) A Syrian goddess of fortune having close similarities with the Roman divinity Venus, and connected by analog...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Frog: Spiritual - Theosophy Dictionary On Frog
Frog One of the oldest symbols in Egypt, for although associated particularly with the frog goddess Heqet, the four primeval gods of E...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Flag Of Newfoundland And Labrador: Encyclopedia Ii - Flag Of Newfoundland And Labrador - Franco-terreneuviens Flag
The flag of the Fédération des Francophones de Terre-Neuve et du Labrador is based on the French tricolour and Acadian flag, with three...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Acacia, Akakia: Theosophy Dictionary On Acacia, Akakia
Acacia akakia (Greek) (from a not + kakia, kakos evil)   Innocence, harmlessness; equivalent to Sanskrit ahimsa.   A legumin...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Hecate: Encyclopedia Ii - Hecate - Emblems
Image:Hecate and Cerberus.jpg Traditionally, Hecate is represented as carrying torches, very often has a knife, and may appear holding a ...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Sivalinga: Hindu - Hinduism Dictionary On Sivalinga
Sivalinga: (Sanskrit) "Mark, or sign, of Siva."   The most prevalent icon of Siva, found in virtually all Siva temples...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Anthesteria: Spiritual - Theosophy Dictionary On Anthesteria
Anthesteria (Greek) (from anthos flower)   Flower festival; part of the Dionysion Mysteries celebrated from the 11th to the 13th ...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Butterfly: Spiritual - Theosophy Dictionary On Butterfly
Butterfly The butterfly, because of its short life, its physical beauty, and its fluttering from flower to flower seeking nectar, has ...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Dream Dictionary Smell: Dream Interpretation Dictionary - Smell
  Smell: 1. Dreaming of a smell often implies an actual physical sensation. Your nose may be picking up an odor that really exist...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Dream Interpreation Forget-me-not: Dream Interpretations Dictionary - Forget-me-not
  Dream Interpretation Forget-Me-Not This flower is a symbol of an emotional relationship from the past. Seeing a forget-me-not...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Dream Interpreation Basket: Dream Interpretations Dictionary - Basket
  Dream Interpretation Basket The basket is an ancient symbol for the womb. If you dream of holding an empty basket, be prepare...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Dream Interpreation Altar: Dream Interpretations Dictionary - Altar
  Dream Interpretation Altar If you dream about an altar, a project will turn out well. Seeing lighted candles on the altar mea...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Rose Dream Symbol: Dreams Interpretation Dictionary - Rose
Rose Dream Symbols: A red rose may symbolize love; or passion. Roses, like flowers generally, may represent the beauty of Nature and a...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Lily Dream Symbol: Dreams Interpretation Dictionary - Lily
Lily Dream Symbols: A symbol of new life (new beginnings in your life).   (Source: Myths - Dreams - Symbols)   Related pages...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Road Dream Symbol: Dreams Interpretation Dictionary - Road
Road Seeing a road in your dream indicates your sense of direction and pursuit of your goals. Seeing a winding, curvy, or bumpy road ...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Meaning Of Dreams About Flowers: Dream Interpretation Dictionary - Flowers
  Flowers When we look at flowers, most of us feel some joy and vitality. At the very least, we appreciate their beauty and see t...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Meaning Of Dreams About Vase: Dream Interpretation Dictionary - Vase
  Vase A vase as a dream symbol usually represents something personal that has value and beauty. It is a holding vessel for water...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Meaning Of Dreams About Rose: Dream Interpretation Dictionary - Rose
  Rose Most flowers are seen as friendly dream symbols. Roses may have their own special meaning and could represent femininity, ...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Meaning Of Dreams About Tree: Dream Interpretation Dictionary - Tree
  Tree The tree in your dream is you. The health, size and overall quality of the tree is indicative of how you feel about yourse...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Meaning Of Dreams About Iris: Dream Interpretation Dictionary - Iris
  Iris An iris is a spring flower that symbolizes several very positive and uplifting conditions. In Japan, it is believed that t...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Flower: Encyclopedia Ii - Flower - Flower Anatomy
Flowering plants are heterosporangiate (producing two types of reproductive spores) and the pollen (male spores) and ovules (female spore...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Flower: Encyclopedia Ii - Flower - Flower Function
The function of a flower is to mediate the union of male and female gametes. The process is termed pollination. Many flowers are dependen...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Flower: Encyclopedia Ii - Flower - Flowers In Everyday Life
In modern times, people have sought ways to cultivate, buy, wear, or just be around flowers and blooming plants, partly because of their ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Flower: Encyclopedia Ii - Flower - Flowers In The Arts
The great variety of delicate and beautiful flowers has inspired the works of many poets, especially from the Romantic era. Famous exampl...   » Read the article