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Buddhism says that the lotus is a symbol of purity of mind, spiritual enlightenment and non-attachment. It is a reflection of the doctrine that people can transcend suffering and ignorance to enlightenment. The fact that the flower does not get stained by muddy water correlates with the Buddhist beliefs of the mind being clear and the moral discipline. Lotus colors have a meaning, as white symbolizes purity, blue symbolizes wisdom, and pink is a symbol to the historical Buddha and final enlightenment. Know more about lotus flower symbolism
