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It did not affect the men of ancient Greece in real life. In the ancient Greek epic called The Odyssey there is a story where the hero (Odysseus) encounters a people called the Lotus Eaters. The lotus fruit and flowers in that story were a powerful narcotic, inducing peaceful sleep and no doubt interesting dreams. Odysseus' crew in the story get to eat the fruit and immediately get addicted to it. Odysseus had to drag them forcibly back to his ship so that he could continue his journey home.
The lotus fruit is in fact edible, but it is no drug. Fairly recent scientific research has shown that lotus fruit works well as an anti-obesity agent. So it won't give you pleasant dreams, but it will help you to lose weight.
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Is the lotus flower good for you?
According to ancient Hindu beliefs, the lotus flower is indeed good for you. The flower of the lotus has many topical healing benefits.
What does the lotus flower reperesent?
The lotus flower represents a few different things. To the Buddhists and Hindus, the lotus represents purity and beauty. To the ancient Egyptians, the lotus represented rebirth and the Sun.
What is the meaning of the lotus flower in Ancient Egyptian culture?
there is two specific colors of lotus flower in ancient Egypt; the white lotus, the blue lotus (which was native to the country), and the pink lotus which was introduced to ancient Egypt from Persia in the late period. It became a symbol for the sun, creation, and rebirth since it closes at night and sinks underwater and by morning it rises above water and blooms again.
What is the sacred flower of Egypt?
The lotus flower, or the water lily is the national and sacred flower of Ancient Egypt :)
What does death as a lotus flower mean?
In Ancient Egypt, the white lotus flower is said to give strength and power, which is why remains of it has been found in burial tombs of Egyptian rulers.
What is the national flower of ancient Mesopotamia?
the blood vine and cactuc
Is Lotus a complete flower?
A Lotus flower is absolutely considered to be a complete flower. There are no flowers that are considered incomplete flowers.
What is the spiritual symbolism of the lotus flower and the history of the lotus flower?
In the Hindu religion, the Lotus flower is an flower that with every god and goddess. The Supreme Personality of Godhead, Vishnu, holds the lotus flower. Other Goddess and God holds the lotus flower. The Lotus Flower is the symbol of Peace.The Lotus was an important symbol for Ancient Egypt because it is the only flower which fruits and flowers at the same time. They considered it a symbol of creation, the sun, and rebirth.In Christianity, the white lotus symbolizes the Virgin Mary.Japanese tattoo artists use the lotus along with koi fish to symbolize luck.
What is Egypts national flower?
The Lotus Flower is the national flower of Egypt
What are some other names for the lotus flower?
The lotus flower is also known as the water lily, sacred lotus, and Indian lotus.
What is the Ancient Egyptian vegetation?
One plant includes papyrus reeds. They were used to make papyrus.
What mineral is used for making lotus temple?
The Lotus Temple in India is made primarily of white marble. The marble was sourced from the Penteli quarry in Greece and was chosen for its resemblance to the lotus flower petals that the temple is designed to imitate.
