Birth Flower: June's Rose.

Roses are a fascinating flower. They have lots of lore. Lots of history. Since roses come in a  variety of colors, each color represents something different! They are symbolic of deep love, clear concentration, intelligence, whole balance, and of course... passion! They have a long history of seen as a flower that sends messages. Messages for healing, revitalization, rejuvenation, and courage. Roses bear the mark of honor, bravery, and intense commitment on many levels!  The beauty of the flower part of the rose expresses promise, new beginnings, hope. This beauty is contrasted with its thorns which represents defense, physicality, loss, thoughtlessness.

So they say only to give roses when you're serious about your intentions!

Back to messages! In ancient times, people associated a lot of numerology when it came to 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.

•     A single rose of any color depicts utmost devotion, and gratitude.
•     Two roses entwined together communicate "Marry me!"
•     Six Roses signify a need to be loved or cherished!
•     Eleven roses assure the recipient they are truly and deeply loved!
•     Thirteen roses indicate a secret admirer! Oooo!
• Thorn-less Rose: "Love at first sight"

TO THE MYTHS!

Of course the rose would be associated with Aphrodite (Greek) goddess of love who was often depicted adorned with roses around her head, feet and or neck. The true association of 'where roses came from'.. was from Aphrodite paying tribute to her fallen lover, Adonis. Adonis, who was said to have unparalelled beauty was slain. His beauty lives on even today as Aphrodite conjured roses with him as his forever memorial.  We can interpret the symbolism here several ways. The most common interpretation is that the rose symbolizes an immortal love or a union that will never fade - even through time or death.
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 symbolized the ultimate sacrifice. Another way of interpreting that we've for ages associated Roses with 'forever.'
Some fun lore from Celtic lore is that roses attract fae, and that stolen roses grow better!

In addition to being a symbol of love, the rose is also symbolic carrier of secrets or tacit understanding. Some history of roses came from Rome. 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 defense, 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.

TO THE COLORS! Lots of fun here! 

Peach Rose: Appreciation, Closing the deal, Let's get together, Sincerity, Gratitude

Pale Peach Rose: Modesty

Yellow Rose: Joy, Protection, Mature love, Gladness, Friendship, Delight, Promise of a new beginning, Welcome Back, Remember Me.

Yellow with Red Tipped Rose: Friendship, Falling in Love

Orange Rose: Enthusiasm, Desire, Fascination,

Lavender Rose: Enchantment, Love at First Sight,

Coral Rose: Desire

White Rose: Purity, Sanctity, Secret admirer, Mysticism, Purity, Sanctity, Secret admirer, Mysticism, Purity, Innocence, Silence, Secrecy, Reverence, Humility, Youthfulness, "I am worthy of you", Heavenly, Bridal

White Rosebud: Girlhood! Of Young woman.

Red and White Roses Given together:  Unity

Red Rose: Immortal love, Health, Memorial, Passion, Beauty, Courage and Respect, Romantic Love, Congratulations, "I Love You", "Job Well Done", Sincere Love, Respect, Courage & Passion    

Dark Red Rose: Unconscious beauty

Deep Burgundy Rose: Unconscious Beauty

Red Rosebud: Purity and Loveliness

Red and Yellow  Roses given together: Happy Feelings

Pink Rose: First love, Innocence, Healing, Appreciation, "Thank you", Grace, Perfect Happiness, Admiration, Gentleness, Honesty

Dark Pink Rose: Appreciation, Gratitude, "Thank You"

Light Pink Rose: Admiration, Sympathy, Gentleness, Grace, Gladness, Joy, Sweetness

Blue Rose: The Unattainable, Impossible. (Great for someone achieving the impossible!)

Black Rose: Farewell

Happy Birthday to our Geminis and Cancerians! This could come in handy for Valentine's day next year!  Include a few of these trivia bits with your bouquet. Select specific colors to convey your feelings. Have fun with rose meaning and symbolism. Share the beauty and rich historical symbolism of this timeless flower today!







xx Lisa