roses in mythology
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It’s probably already clear to readers—if you’ve seen the first couple of posts so far—that Telling Roses is dedicated to the symbolism of roses, rather than their botanical classification or uses in gardening and decoration. Those aspects, while fascinating, are not our focus. However, a basic botanical distinction is essential if we want to read…
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The Symbolism of Red Roses: From Venus to Practical Magic
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As mentioned in the opening post, Greek and Roman mythology claim that roses originated from Venus’ tears. And thus, the rose is the sacred flower of the Goddess. So far so good—the Goddess of Goddesses gets the queen of flowers; the most beautiful among them gets the most beautiful flower. The Mythological Origin of Red…
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A Forgotten Language
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Among all flowers, the Rose—often called the Queen of Flowers—holds the richest symbolic legacy. From ancient mythology to Christian iconography, from Roman stories to the secret language of the Victorian era, the Rose has always been more than just a flower. Are you ready to discover the true meaning of Roses? The Celestial Rose At…
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