FLOWERS here and there for the LATE CARDINAL

in #philippines7 years ago (edited)

CEBU Archbishop Emeritus.... HIS EMINENCE RICARDO J CARDINAL VIDAL dies @86

Been there twice, early in the morning as 6am, to the 2nd day wake of the Late Cardinal at Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral, and I noticed of the increasing number of sympathy and funeral flowers filling up the area, getting many day by day. This means how Cardinal Vidal is much loved by many... He touched and means so much to a lot of people...

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BUT WHY AND WHAT FLOWERS MEAN TO A FUNERAL? What are these some commonly sent flowers? Its shapes and arrangements to choose from?
This is just an answer to some curiousness..

WHY FLOWERS? Because...

  1. FLOWERS HAVE A SPIRITUAL SIGNIFICANCE. They are symbolic not only of love.and sympathy, but also of eternity and immortality.

  2. It creates an atmosphere of warmth and beauty adding to the.dignity and consolation of the funeral service. FLOWERs dont wither and die on the hearts of the bereaved. They are indelible memories recalled thru time.

  3. They are visual expressions of respect to the dead, and sympathy for the bereaved. Because it is often difficult for.those mourning a death to put feelings into words..

  4. They are means of lending support and sharing the burden of grief.

WHAT ARE THESE FLOWERS USUALLY SENT and what these symbolize?

CHRYSANTHEMUM

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A symbol of death and mourning, but also support and encouragement..

CARNATION

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A symbol of love. An expression of love for the family or for the loved one who has passed.Its a great choice to honor the life of the person who was a great person when he was living, too.

ROSES(diff. Colors)

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White roses tend to represent Innocence.and Purity.
Peach and pink roses for gratitute and sincerity.
Yellow ones mean friendship that expresses our support. All these give sympathy to the grieving family.

ANTHURIUM(diff. Colors)

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Red.... love and passion
White... purity and innocence
Pink....compassion, femininity and Maternal affection

LILY

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A lovely flower symbolizing Rebirth and renewal. It is powerful symbol of the spirit of a loved one who offers hope and encouragement to the grieving family.

THE BEAUTY OF ARRANGEMENT

Various funeral flower arrangements to choose from depending on the circumstances and our relationship to the departed..

. CROSSES AND FUNERAL WREATHS
Mostly, these are typically reserved for large groups, the deceased belonged to or a group of co workers or associates

. CASKET SPRAYS OR COVERINGS
usually reserved for the family of the deceased person.

.BASKETS AND PLANTS
This pays tribute to the deceased while leaving behind a living reminder of him while he still lives.

.FLORAL TRIBUTES
Often from individuals or families and may with the deceased's favorite flowers or symbolizes his interests. This is more personal in nature.

HERE ARE SOME OF THE MANY FLOWERS ALL AROUND THE CARDINAL'S WAKE

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REST IN PEACE, OUR BELOVED....PAALAM at

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"FLOWERS may wither but your MEMORIES will live in our hearts FoREVER. Thank you for touching our lives."

Beloved Steemians, may i request you to say a little prayer for the eternal repose of his soul. Thanks.
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Goodbye, beloved Cardinal....Rest In Peace!