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Sunday, June 8, 2008

Lilies

Lilies have been associated with many ancient myths. They are mentioned in the Old Testament, and in the New Testament, and symbolize chastity and virtue. Even today, lilies are associated with purity and faith.

Meaning of Lilies : purity, faith

Lilies

PERUVIAN LILLIES or alstroemeria are named after the Swedish botanist Baron Klas von Alstroemer. He brought the flower seeds back from a trip to South America in the 18th century.

Meaning of Peruvian Lilies : Friendship, devotion

CALLA LILLIES were first imported from South Africa to America in the mid-nineteenth century. The waxy white blooms and spearheaded leaves of the calla lily stand for radiant beauty and sophistication.

Meaning of Cala Lilies : Beauty, sophistication.

WHITE LILY - Virginity, Purity, Majesty, It's Heavenly to be with You

YELLOW LILY - I'm Walking on Air, False and Gay

DAY LILY - Coquetry, Chinese Emblem for Mother

EUCHARIS LILY - Maiden Charms

TIGER LILY - Wealth, Pride

LILY OF THE VALLEY - Sweetness, Tears of the Virgin Mary, Return to Happiness, Humility, You've Made My Life Complete, beauty, gaiety

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