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IF you are planning to buy some gifts for Valentine’s Day, then it may be a good idea for you to find out what the popular traditional gifts signify.
If you want your gift to say what you mean, then read on before you place an order with the florist.
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 article honours the upcoming event, and explores the richness of rose meanings and its lush symbolism.
Some helpful keywords pertaining to symbolic rose meaning are love, honour, faith, beauty, balance, passion, wisdom, intrigue, devotion, sensuality and timelessness.
A particularly enjoyable study is how numerology partners with the symbolism of the rose.
For example, in art of the renaissance, a rose with eight petals is a message of rebirth and renewal.
In alchemical texts and art, a rose with seven petals is a symbol of inclusion, universal understanding and order.
Presumably, because in Pythagorean numerology the number seven is iconic of the perfection in the specific unfolding the universe as well as human understanding.
We see a partnership between the rose and numbers in Freemasonry too where three roses are symbolic of a guiding principle.
Each of the three roses seen in Freemason symbology indicates abiding (1) Love, (2) Life, and (3) Light.
In mythology, rose meaning is associated with Aphrodite (Greek) goddess of love who was often depicted adorned with roses around her head, feet and/or neck.
In lore, we track down this association when we discover that a rose bush grew within the pool of blood spilled from Aphrodite’s slain lover (Adonis).
We can interpret the symbolism here several ways. The most common interpretation is that the rose symbolises an immortal love or a union that will never fade — even through time or death.
Similarly in Christian lore, a rose bush was said to have grown at the site of Christ’s death.
His blood serving is often associated with a red rose, combined with its thorns is thus symbolised the ultimate sacrifice.
In addition to being a symbol of love, the rose is also symbolic carrier of secrets or tacit understanding.
The term “sub rosa” means under the rose and comes from the practice of Romans hanging roses above meeting tables.
Here it was understood that anything said at this table, beneath the hanging roses, was forbidden to be repeated elsewhere. Seeking symbolic meaning of the rose from an esoteric perspective, we can look at the Tarot, in which the rose is considered a symbol of balance.
Here the beauty of the rose expresses promise, new beginnings, hope. This beauty is contrasted with its thorns which represents defence, physicality, loss, thoughtlessness.
The rose is seen in the major arcana as: Magician, Strength, Death and Fool cards. All of these cards hold strong meanings of balance and equilibrium.
The meaning of flower colours is a unique aspect of symbolism you can use to send a special (maybe even secret) message to someone.
Long before it became the social fashion in the Victorian era, flowers and their coloration were used to enhance meanings, and even interpreted as oracles.
For example, the ancient Greeks interpreted the meaning of flower colours as mood indicators of their gods (like mood rings).
Similarly, ancient Celts consulted flowers as portents of weather and predictions of genders in childbirth.
These days, our purpose of flowers may be a bit more practical (but they don’t have to be).
Learning about the meaning of flower colours gives you an opportunity to send an uncommon sentiment — like sending a secret code to someone you admire.
Be creative with your flower antics.
Mix different colour meanings in your bouquets. Include the meanings in the card if you send the arrangement to someone. Flower colours are like a fistful of paintbrushes — colour your world with their various meanings and be inspired.
Red roses
There’s nothing secret about the red rose’s symbolism of love. Valentine’s Day would hardly exist without this bold and dramatic bloom.
The ultimate symbol of romantic love and enduring passion, the red rose also conveys respect and the creative spirit of love.
Representing true love stronger than thorns, the red rose is known universally as the lover’s rose. 
White roses
Representing, humility, purity and innocence, the white rose — often referred to as the bridal rose — is associated with young love.
In Scotland, when the white rose bloomed in autumn, it was seen as a token of early marriage.
Also symbolising truth and reverence, it sends a message of loyalty and says “I am worthy of you”.
Yellow roses
While in Victorian times, the yellow rose symbolised jealousy, today it represents friendship, joy and caring.
A bouquet of these sun-filled blossoms conveys warmth, gladness and affection.
Pink roses
Symbolising gentility, femininity, elegance and refinement, the pink rose also carries additional meanings depending on its hue.
A deep pink conveys gratitude and appreciation, while pale shades connote grace and gentleness, admiration and happiness.
Orange roses
With their warm, vibrant tones, orange roses symbolise enthusiasm and desire.
If you’re looking for a way to express admiration and attraction — with an underlying message of passion and excitement — then send a bouquet filled with these fiery blooms.
Lilac and purple roses
Thought to be almost mystical in nature, with symbolism tied to enchantment, desire and even proceeding cautiously, it’s not surprising that lilac and purple roses send a message of love at first sight, a great Valentine flower.
Multi-coloured bunches
In some instances — usually when mixing red with another colour rose — you can send additional messages with your choice of bouquet.
For example, a combination of red and yellow roses conveys gaiety and happiness, while a mix of red and white roses symbolises unity.
Other meanings
As if colour weren’t enough to express your innermost thoughts, there are still more ways that roses can convey your message.
For example, while fresh flowers in a bouquet — like roses in full bloom-express deep gratitude, a single rose says “I still love you.”
A bouquet of rosebuds — representing innocent love – says “you are forever young and beautiful.”
And a thornless rose says “love at first sight”, while the tea rose says “I’ll remember you always”.
What does the heart symbol signify?
Symbolic meanings are really up to the interpreter.
What culture, society, or an interpreter says about the heart symbol will always be different because beauty (and symbols) is in the eye of the beholder.
When signs come into our lives it simply means we’ve got to make sense of them as they apply to our life situations — there is a message, and it’s always personal (and usually profound). That said — here are a few ideas on the symbolic meaning of seeing hearts:
Magicians and alchemists used the heart symbols for incantations pertaining to matters related to love and romance. They were also used in rituals with a goal to strengthen relationships.
The heart has long been recognised across cultures as being a symbol for love, charity, joy and compassion.
Also an emblem of truth, the “Sacred Heart” of Christ is also the focus of Roman Catholic worship as a symbol of the Lord’s love.
As a graphic representation of an inverted triangle, this symbolises a vessel in which love is poured or carried. Consider the symbolism an upside-down triangle. The heart evolved from this initial symbol.
As most of us now know (particularly with the advent of movies such as the DaVinci code) the inverted triangle is an esoteric symbol of the divine feminine, or feminine power in general.
We see an inverted triangle as a focal point in the centre of the Muladhara, or root chakra.
Here this emblem signifies the tap root of primal power, sexual power. At this one (inverted) point ignites the spark that surges heat up the rest of the chakra spine.
Outlining inverted triangles are also seen in the solar plexus (Manipura), heart (Anahata), throat (Vishudha) and third eye (Ajna) chakras.
Upside-down triangles also represent the element of water. Esoterically speaking, water is symbolic of intuition, motion, emotion, psychic perception and transition among other meanings.
Consider all of these meanings and associate them to the times the heart symbol appears in your life.
Relate these meanings to the situations in your life. Make your own observations.
Take the time to think about the deeper meanings involved with your heart sightings.
When we take the time to observe and when we are still enough — the answers always come. — whats-your-sign.com/teleflora.com