dimanche 19 octobre 2014

A Look At The Spiritual Meaning Of Trees

By Patty Goff


A tree is recognized for its magnificence and the meaning it provides for life, energy, wisdom, and spirituality. With a closer look at the spiritual meaning of trees it requires a closer look at the symbolism associated with plant life dating back hundreds to thousands of years. The different trees each offer a new meaning that is often incorporated into daily life and improving personal connections.

There are a large number of symbols that can be associated with the creation of trees and development of all types of plant growth from beauty and strength to protection and eternal life. Such extensive forms of vegetation have been recognized as including vast root systems and magnificent branch development that grows skywards. All of the vegetation recognized as producing fruits, it is recognized as being a bearer of life.

One of the most well known of vegetation includes the Tree of Life that is referenced in the Bible and many other cultures. Its meaning can be attributed to ancient beliefs and is most often concerned with energy and deep rooted systems that allow for the building of a firm foundation and continuous growth. Understanding such symbolism requires a closer look at the different cultural belief systems.

It is the Mayans who emphasized the magical properties of the mystical mountain, Tamoanchan. It is in this culture that the belief includes the connection of the tree to the three places including the underworld, heavens, and the earth. There is reference to the Mayan Tree of Life that includes an extensive root system and links the different spheres.

There is recognition of an Tree of Life in Egypt that is the creation from which the couple responsible for life emerged. It is believed to have been responsible for both life and death and includes all of the creations from which the population sprang. The image of the large tree can be found in many paintings in which the couple are included.

Kabbalah is a practice that includes one of the most complex approaches in the explanation of existence and believes that there is an interconnection between the different forms of plant life. This includes the growth between the roots and branches as representing the flow of the Divine, the earth, and back towards the Divine. This design includes a number of pillars including female, mercy, and equilibrium levels.

The Tree of Life that is referenced in the Bible has been regarded one of the most well known of spiritual systems. It was guarded by a reptile and included a river that ran in opposite directions that was representative of the connections between earth, life, and the heavens. It remains symbolic of the union with God and balance in spiritual spheres.

Trees remain among the most popular symbols in stories of meaning and life. Although many systems are of a complex nature, the different beliefs maintain the connection between the heavens and earth including new life. Achieving wellness in spiritual states allows for a closer connection with nature and belief systems for balanced results.




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