According to the saga, Buddha was born on a lotus flower, which is why it is a central symbol of Buddhism. For this reason, Buddha's origin is often depicted on a lotus flower.

In Hinduism, the lotus flower stands for beauty, fertility and success and symbolizes the origin of the universe.

In yoga, the lotus stands for enlightenment and spiritual awakening, it symbolizes the third eye.

The lotus also stands for the activation of the seven main chakras. As the lotus blossoms open, the energy within us also blossoms. The lotus effect describes the dirt-repellent properties of the delicate petals of the lotus flower. Although the plant grows in muddy waters, it always remains clean as water and dirt roll off its surface. This ability to cleanse itself is symbolically associated with purity.

After sunset, the flower closes and sinks into the water. As soon as the sun rises again the next morning, the lotus blossom returns in all its beauty. It symbolizes rebirth and stands for the beginning of life.