Saturday, October 15, 2011

Meaning of Red Roses

Symbol of red rose Red Rose: Sacrifice, Immortal love, Health, Memorial, Passion
red rose
 Red rose is the symbol of love and respect



Rose meaning and rose symbolism is known by almost everyone on some level - otherwise it wouldn’t be the most popularly sent flower on Valentine’s Day! This page honors the upcoming event, and explores the richness of rose meanings and its lush symbolism.


beautiful red rose


Some helpful keywords pertaining to symbolic rose meaning:
  • Love
  • Honor
  • Faith


red rose with bud



Would you believe that although red is color of choice for roses, the majority of meaning translations are actually negative? In Christendom, the red rose is seen as a symbol of the Jesus’ blood and the agony which he endured during the crucifixion. In Greek mythology, the red rose represents passionate desire. 




amazing red rose




This is derived from the myth which told of Aphrodite spilling blood onto a white rose when trying to help her wounded lover Adonis. In Persia it is believed that if the petals fall from red rose cut in an English garden it is a superstitious omen of bad luck. However, in modern culture, the red rose has become almost universally accepted as an expression of deepest love and respect.



peach red rose

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