Flower and Mythology #2

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1/1/20251 min read

In ancient Egypt, flowers held significant symbolic meaning and were often associated with various gods, concepts of rebirth, and immortality. During Egypt's "Golden Age" (particularly during the New Kingdom, circa 1550-1070 BCE), certain flowers and plants were used in religious, funerary, and artistic contexts. Here are some of the most important symbolic flowers from this era:

"Lotus " Symbolism: The lotus was perhaps the most iconic and symbolically rich flower in ancient Egypt. It was associated with the sun, creation, and rebirth, as the lotus blooms at dawn and closes at night, mirroring the cycle of the sun.