by Ralph Miller

The energy represented by the lotus is exquisitely sacred and divine. The lotus flower appeared in legends originating both from India and from ancient Egypt. It played an important part in ancient Egyptian religion. According to the story; "before the universe came into being, there was an infinite ocean of inert water, which constituted the primeval being named Nun.

For me, the lotus flower represents the energy of the heart. The lotus or the heart energy is a feminine energy. It is pure creativity. In fact, the energy of the heart (lotus) is both feminine and self-creating. The natural tendency of this energy is to extend itself out to others. It wants to connect.