Lotus
The Indian lotus (Nelumbo nucifera), also known as the sacred lotus or simply lotus, is one of two extant species of aquatic flower in the family Nelumbonaceae.
Influence
For millennia, the lotus has been a powerful symbol of virtue and purity to the Indians, associated with many divine figures in not only Hinduism, but other prominent East Asian religions as well.[1]
In the 5th century BCE Greece, lotus was regarded as the source of a potent poison. Mixed with wine, it yielded visions, as discovered by Barnabas when he drank some in a Pirate Hideout on Skyros.[2]
In ancient Egypt, the lotus had a significant meaning, as it was believed to be a crucial part of the creation myth. As such, the lotus was associated with creation, sun, regeneration, and rebirth. It was also used as a term of endearment.[3] [citation needed]
Lotus is one of the national symbols of India where it is commonly found.[1]
Trivia
- During the 1st century BCE, in Giza, Khaliset gathered lotus flowers in her den, to aid in her quest to resurrect her daughter, Eshe.[4]
- During the 1st century BCE, in and around Thebes, Merti the smuggler, used "the Lotus" as her alias.[5]
- Lotus flowers also featured in the Medjay Bayek of Siwa's recurring nightmare following the death of his son, Khemu, in 49 BCE.[6][7]
Appearances
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Assassin's Creed Chronicles: India – Database: Lotus
- ↑ Assassin's Creed: Odyssey – Odyssey Into the Past
- ↑ Assassin's Creed: Origins
- ↑ Assassin's Creed: Origins – The Hyena
- ↑ Assassin's Creed: Origins – The Curse of the Pharaohs
- ↑ Assassin's Creed: Origins – A Dream of Ashes
- ↑ Assassin's Creed: Origins – The Lizard's Mask