Howard Moo Young, Contributor
...they toil not, neither do they spin, yet Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed as one of these. - Matthew 6:29
SYMBOLISING PURITY and faith, lilies are one of the oldest recorded flowers in history. Pictures of these striking blooms were discovered dating as far back as 1580 BC.
The beautiful trumpet-shaped flower of the Easter lily represents hope, renewal and the spiritual essence of Easter. This floral symbol continues to be a holiday classic, yet, the wisest man who ever lived, dressed in all his regal attire, fell short when compared with this handiwork of God's creation. At times, we should all take a trek into the hills and learn to enjoy nature's beauty - it's the handwriting of God.
These beautiful flowers, in all their colours and varieties, seem to sense the time for blooming at around the season of Lent, and why not? They seem to celebrate with us the risen Saviour. And even though many Jamaicans are busy preparing themselves at this time, to revel in celebrations of a different nature, I personally prefer to reflect on the 'Passion of Christ', and meditate upon the ultimate price He paid for all mankind.
Isn't it strange that Mary Magdalene, who was the first person to see Jesus after His resurrection, thought that he was the gardener. Was it because the rare and beautiful lilies were in abundance, displaying their array of blooms on every stem in that garden? Think about this, the buds of these amazing flowers will continue to open in full stunning beauty in your vase at home, long after you've digested the last slice of your favourite Easter bun and cheese.
Howard Moo Young is an advertising/graphic design/photography consultant with over 40 years of experience. Email:howardmooyoung@getcaughtmedia.com.
