Hindu / Buddhist
Lotus
In Hindu and Buddhist tradition, the lotus symbolizes purity and spiritual enlightenment, rising unstained from murky waters; deities are depicted on lotus thrones, and its eight petals often represent the Noble Eightfold Path.
Citation
Coomaraswamy, Ananda K. "The Dance of Siva: Essays on Indian Art and Culture." Dover Publications, 1985.
The stored image URL is treated as provenance only, not as a display license. Display art should be original or verified open access.
Explore sourcing notes in the Appendix