Early Sunday morning, one of my Indian officemates called me "Rose". I asked him why Rose? Then he said he's tired of calling me Lily, he will try to call me Rose for a while, then another name of the flower next week. Hehe. I think he's just bored this first day of the week. Then I thought of my name, I never realized that I was named after a flower. Doing a quick research on Lily, here is what I got:
THE MEANING AND SYMBOLISM OF LILY
Lily is the name of the flower and is ultimately derived from the Latin word lilium. They are often showy, with a noticeable scent and long stamens.
Dating as far back as 1580 BC when images of lilies were discovered in a villa in Crete, these majestic flowers have long held a role in ancient mythology. Another derivation of the name is this, it has been said that it was derived from Greek word "lerion". The lily was so revered by the Greeks, that they believed it sprouted from the milk of Hera, the queen of the Gods. Lilies are known to be the May birth flower (ironically, I was born in June!), and the 30th wedding anniversary flower.
 Pink Stargazer Lily that represents wealth and properity. |
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White lilies - symbolizes chastity and virtue.
Peruvian lilies - represents friendship and devotion.
Stargazer lilies - expresses sympathy.
Pink stargazer lilies - represents wealth and prosperity.
Lilies of the valley - symbolizing humility and devotion. And the 2nd wedding anniversary flower.
Tiger Lily - wealth and pride.
Day Lily - Coquetry Chines emblem for mother.
Eucharist Lily - Maiden charms.
Calla Lily - represents beauty.
In symbolic dreams, lily meaning deals with the sanctity of the heart, elegance and a need for clarity or cleansing. If the dreamer is looking at a lily it is a message of encouragement and chance of success in an endeavor looks very good. Dreaming of lilies could mean the time is right to act upon a long-though plan. It is also a sign that we are seeking rest, peace, and tranquility.
Naturally, I don't want to be called by any other flower names aside from Lily. I am proud to be a Lily.
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