Rose
In mythology, the first red roses are said to have arisen from the BLOOD
of Adonis for the love of Aphrodite; thus, they have become symbolic of
love, and often resurrection. In Christian symbolism, the RED
rose stands for the blood shed by Jesus on the CROSS;
it has also become a symbol for earthly love, a tradition which continues
today. The rose may represent the Virgin Mary, and thus virginity, or fertility
and passion. It is beauty and perfection, happiness and grace, yet it is
also sensuality and seduction.
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