22+ Rose Of Sharon Flower Meaning

Some consider it a symbol for christ. However the rose of sharon mentioned in the song of solomon is a crocus like flower and the source of saffron.

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Rose of sharon flower meaning

The cross from which he hangs is like a blooming rose and anyone who climbs the hill will find that precious gift of salvation. Rose of sharon symbolic spiritual meaning. Webster s says that the rose of sharon is a hardy plant of the mallow family with the name hibiscus syriacus and has white red pink or purplish flowers.

However the hibiscus is not the ancient israel rose of sharon. The rose of sharon symbolizes love beauty and healing to both jews and christians although their exact interpretations may differ. Past professor of biblical botany at the hebrew university dr.

Since the flower only blooms on the high mountain summits the picture of jesus can be found in it. It is hardy to usda zones 5 through 8. Ephraim hareubeni claimed that the rose of sharon was a tulip.

He is our flower of salvation that blooms from the top of a mountain. The rose of sharon in solomon s song refers to a beautiful young woman and feelings of love for her. According to this interpretation the rose of sharon has an even more special meaning.

Rose of sharon is a common name that has been applied to several different species of flowering plants that are valued in different parts of the world. It flowers for a long period of time which is part of its appeal. It is also a biblical expression though the identity of the plant referred to is unclear and is disputed among biblical scholars.

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