WHite Lotus
by Dawn Gari
Title
WHite Lotus
Artist
Dawn Gari
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Photograph - Photography
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From ancient times the lotus has been a divine symbol of divine beauty, Vishnu is often described as the 'Lotus-Eyed One'. Its unfolding petals suggest the expansion of the soul. The growth of its pure beauty from the mud of its origin holds a benign spiritual promise. Also the lotus represents purity of the body, speech, and mind as if floating above the muddy waters of attachment and desire. According to legend[citation needed], Gautama Buddha was born with the ability to walk, and lotus flowers bloomed everywhere he stepped.
In the classical written and oral literature of many Asian cultures the lotus is present in figurative form, representing elegance, beauty, perfection, purity and grace, being often used in poems and songs as an allegory for ideal feminine attributes.
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January 7th, 2015
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Vickie Emms
Congratulations on being featured in Floral Throw Pillows - 23/08/2015 Your special feature is the result of the "Pick Your Own Features" discussion thread in our wonderful group. Your feature was chosen by fellow member Ann Horn :-)