Symbolic And Spiritual Meaning Of Jasmine Flowers

Not only is Jasmine a beautiful and aromatic flower great for decorating gardens and enclosed spaces, but it also has several beneficial properties. Jasmine is also considered ideal ingredient for many teas and oils. Jasmine should never be ingested on its own, however, infused into a tea, it can offer great health benefits. Drinking jasmine tea is effective when trying to reduce anxiety, promote sleep and decrease stress. For many, the smell of jasmine symbolizes relaxation and stress-relief. For this reason, jasmine oil is a perfect choice when wanting to give a relaxing massage.

The current use of jasmine essential oils in tea and beauty therapy derives from traditional ceremonial use. Although jasmine can range in color, it is commonly characterized for its white petals. This color symbolizes purity, and was originally used in ceremonies honoring deities or when pleading for forgiveness from wrongdoing.

In parts of India, in particular, bunches and garlands of jasmine are sold outside temples, just as candles might be sold outside of some Catholic churches. Jasmine is not only used to honor gods, but also the dead. Many believe that jasmine has the ability to purify an individual, specifically when they grow into different life stages, which is why it is also symbolic of hope and spirituality. Jasmine is also used to make Gajra garlands in India, which are worn on special occasions as a good luck charm.

For more, we suggest taking a look at our article where we discuss how to make fake Gajra.

This purity of jasmine has also made it a popular symbol in Western religion. Jasmine, in many different Christian religions, is a common representation of motherhood. Jasmine blooms in the springtime, during the month of May.To Catholics, this is referred toas the Month of Mary, a "month which the piety of the faithful has especially dedicated to Our Blessed Lady" (catholicculture.org). While it falls in March in the UK, Mother's Day falls on the 2nd Sunday in May for many other countries. This celebration of motherhood is represented by the jasmine flower, which is pure, beautiful and sweet, a representation of mothers. This is why many people often give jasmine bouquets to mothers during this time.

Jasmine is also linked to spring, when mother nature blooms these plants and nurtures them for the new season. For this reason many pagan religions use jasmine in their ceremonies. In Thailand, for example, jasmine is similarly used as a symbol for motherhood, fostering both love and respect.

Jasmine is also a considered a symbol of affection, eternal love and sensuality across the world. This makes it an ideal gift for a loved one, especially a partner. Its beautiful and delicious smell makes it a sophisticated and beautiful gift alternative. Jasmine is also used in Reiki, a form of alternative medicine, as way of sharing love and knowledge.

According to a Tuscan legend, jasmine was so special that it was only cultivated by one man who bought it from Persian traders. He selfishly kept it in his secluded garden until falling in love. He relented his grasp over the jasmine flower and presented this woman with a jasmine flower bouquet. The beautiful fragrance was enough to make her fall in love with him and since then, jasmine has been ritualistically included in Tuscan wedding bouquets.

Another variation of jasmine myth tells a story of Cupid's desire to obtain this flower. Cupid supposedly encouraged the love match between the Tuscan gardener and his mistress. In fact, jasmine is now popular in wedding ceremonies across the world.

As the national flower of Pakistan, jasmine is also often combined with roses for such special occasions. Additionally, because jasmine symbolizes unity, it also symbolizes a break in this unity, which is why it is commonly seen at funerals.

Jasmine is a flower that, in any color, also symbolizes friendliness, modesty and simplicity. Therefore, if you’re looking for a gift for a friend, offer some smelling jasmine.

Jasmine meaning in Greek mythology

Jasmine is also linked to prophetic dreaming, something rife in Greek and Roman mythology. The Greek god Aphrodite and Roman, that counterpart Venus, are both linked to jasmine. Their purity, devotion and love, being represented and symbolic of jasmine. Their are many instances in classical mythology where gods and humans are "drugged" by something and led into reverie. Blooming jasmine at dusk is said to give this ethereal feeling as if intoxicated.

If you're looking to brighten up someone's day, illuminate a space with some yellow jasmine. Yellow jasmine flowers are powerfully symbolic of affection, friendship, joy and intellect. This is also why it is used as various national and state flowers. Jasmine symbolizes purity of intent, but also reconciliation and friendship, making it a great flower to give if you have fallen out with someone and want to make amends.

Jasmine cannot generally grow in every climate, although jasmine cultivars have tried to evolve jasmine to become more adaptable over time. This is another reason why it is thought to be so precious. In Victorian England, smelling jasmine symbolized triumph over adversity as it struggled in the cold climate. This is also why it is considered so noble by many, as well as modest and elegant.

Have you been given a jasmine plant or have bought one and want to know how to care for it? If so, we recommend reading our article where we tell you exactly how to care for a jasmine plant.

Find out more about the meanings of other flowers and plants by reading our following articles:

• The symbolic meaning of red tulips
• Symbolic meaning of a lotus flower
• Symbolic meaning of a blue rose

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