"The rainbow is another ancient and universal symbol, often representing the connection between human beings and their gods. In Greek mythology it was associated with Iris, the goddess who brought messages from the gods on Mount Olympus. In Scandinavian mythology the rainbow was a bridge between the gods and the earth. In the Bible a rainbow showed Noah that the Biblical flood was finally over, and that God had forgiven his people. In the Chinese tradition, the rainbow is a common symbol for marriage because the colours represent the union of yin and yang. Nowadays the rainbow is used by many popular movements for peace and the environment, representing the possibility of a better world in the future and promising sunshine after the rain."http://www.learnenglish.org.uk/magazine/magazine_home_peace.html
I have always loved the beauty and symbolism of a rainbow. Yesterday morning my husband Al saw a rainbow in the early morning. He told me it was a symbol to him that my Mother had arrived at her destination and was safe and happy. The quote today speaks to the idea of the rainbow representing "the possibility of a better world in the future and promising sunshine after the rain." I am thankful for this symbolism, the positive thought of a better future for my Mother. After many years of living with Alzheimer's and my Mother's declining health, I am thankful that she may be experiencing a better world in her afterlife.
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6 comments:
The rainbow is certainly a powerful symbol of something beyond us.
Kevin
I admire your ability to see beauty and connection in the sky. Here's to looking ahead.
What a wonderful way of looking at a rainbow! Thank you!
I love this post. Last summer, my inlaws and sister in-law had a huge blow out. My sil's wedding was almost called off the week before. It was horrible, but everyone made it through. Part of the toast was this quote, "May there be a rainbow after every storm." Just then the whole room started pointing at the bride. A huge rainbow framed the bride and groom sitting in front of a picture window. It was all the blessing I needed to see that they would be just fine.
This is beautiful. I'll think of this the next time I see a rainbow. Your mindfulness and strength impress me, Pati.
Thank you for all of your thoughts about rainbows. I especially love the story and quote from Jane - "May there be a rainbow after the storm."
And the idea of "looking ahead." Thanks for the inspiration and encouragement from everyone.
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