The lotus carved in jade has such an unknown meaning

Every piece of jade carving contains unique meaning. Well-known ones include jade cabbage symbolizing wealth, jade longevity peach symbolizing health and longevity, jade dragon plaque symbolizing the hope of having a successful son... Jade lucky beans are quite special, and the meanings contained vary depending on the number of beans. Four represent the four seasons, implying peace in all seasons; three mean hitting the jackpot, with fortune, wealth and longevity all coming; two mean the safety of mother and child.

Jade carvings have multiple meanings, including the lotus besides the lucky beans.

The image of the lotus has been praised by many literati and poets since ancient times. It grows out of the mud but remains unstained, washes in the clear water but remains uncoquettish, is hollow inside and straight outside, and has no vines or branches. It is the embodiment of a gentleman.

In Buddhism, the lotus is also a symbol of great significance. Among all the flowers in the world, the lotus blossoms wither but its roots live on, and it will be reborn the next year, symbolizing reincarnation. At the same time, the lotus is a plant with flowers, fruits and seeds, symbolizing the coexistence of the three bodies of Buddha Shakyamuni: "Dharmakaya", "Reward Body" and "Response Body".

In folk sayings, lotus is often placed together with lotus seeds, which symbolize many children, and have the meaning of early birth of a son and many children and good fortune.

The different meanings of lotus give jade lotus carvings used as ornaments different meanings.

Giving jadeite carved with lotus to good friends represents the pure friendship between each other; giving it to newlyweds means many children and grandchildren; giving it to leaders and superiors means being honest and upright, which not only praises the character but also wishes a smooth career.

The most common themes of jade lotus carvings are "Year after Year of Abundance" and "Lotus Guanyin". "Year after Year of Abundance" also symbolizes wealth and satisfaction, and is suitable as a gift for businessmen. The Lotus Guanyin has a more Zen meaning and carries the flavor of self-cultivation, making it suitable as a gift for friends who believe in and worship Buddha.

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