2006-09-22 11:27:24 · 4 answers · asked by Susanbob 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Some people say that it is a sign of the crucifixion, I just think it is an incredibly beautiful flower.
2006-09-22 11:29:57 · answer #1 · answered by Shinkirou Hasukage 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Passion does not refer to love, but to the Passion of Christ on the cross. In the 15th and 16th centuries, Spanish Christian missionaries discovered this flower and adopted its unique physical structures as symbols of Crucifixion. For example: the 72 radial filaments (or corona) represent the Crown of Thorns. The ten petals and sepals represent the ten faithful apostles. The top 3 stigma represent the 3 nails and the lower 5 anthers represent the 5 wounds.
2006-09-22 18:39:22 · answer #2 · answered by Boricua Born 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
PASSION FLOWER (Passiflora incarnata)
Folk Names: Grandilla, Maracoc, Maypops, Passion Vine
Gender: Feminine
Planet: Venus
Element: Water
Powers: Peace, sleep, friendships
Magical Uses: Contrary to its name, the passion flower is placed in the house to calm problems and troubles, and to bring peace.
Carried, it attracts friends and great popularity. Placed below the pillow it aids the sleep.
Healing Uses
Part Used: Herb
Alcoholism
Fever
Insomnia
Blood Press (High)
Headache
Menopause
Convulsions
Hot Flashes
Nervous Disorders
When headaches are caused by nervous conditions, this herb will help. In asthma caused by stress, passion flower is very beneficial.
Preparation and Dosage: Use professionally prepared medications.
Tincture: Take 15 to 60 drops in water, as needed. For restlessness in children, give 3 to 10 drops in water every 30 minutes until results are obtained.
2006-09-22 18:31:35 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
this isnt the gardening section
2006-09-22 18:31:44 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋