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In Greek mythology, Iris linked the gods to humanity. I always think of this when I make irises, it’s become a part of this flower’s symbolism for me. Iris is a messenger god, like Hermes. She would travel from earth to the over and under worlds of the gods, bearing our prayers and pleads, advocating for us or sometimes granting our requests herself, if she could. Rainbows were how she travelled, and also a sign that the gods had heard you. And so it is too in the range of hues of her flower... Greek Flowers, Painting Reference, Creative Bookmarks, Irises, Paper Artist, Greek Mythology, A Sign, Planting Flowers, How To Become

In Greek mythology, Iris linked the gods to humanity. I always think of this when I make irises, it’s become a part of this flower’s symbolism for me. Iris is a messenger god, like Hermes. She would travel from earth to the over and under worlds of the gods, bearing our prayers and pleads, advocating for us or sometimes granting our requests herself, if she could. Rainbows were how she travelled, and also a sign that the gods had heard you. And so it is too in the range of hues of her…

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