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Forbidden flower: Clement of Alexandra forbade Christians to adorn themselves with roses because they were thought to be a symbol of paganism, orgy, and lust.
Giving flowers to coworkers:Giving flowers is a loud, proud, sophisticated way of saying “I appreciate all you do.” They're a great way to build a strong, lasting professional relationship. Symbol of procreation: The lily is regarded as a fertility symbol in both the Christian and pagan traditions.
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