Marigold Flower Mythology. It is believed as per the Mexico tradition that the strong aroma of the marigold flower usually attracts the soul of the dead to their families and friends. 21102020 What is the myth behind marigold flowers.
Marigolds were used in Mary Gardens. Marigolds are also known as the Herb of the Sun. The Aztecs were of the belief that marigold flowers relieved one from hiccups and it cured people who were struck by lightning.
The spiritual meaning of marigold flowers is found mainly in Hinduism but also in Christianity.
In myth Marigold Zoe by some accounts was her name was the daughter of Midas a king who was given the power to turn anything into gold with his touch. In America the Marigold is termed the Death-flower from a curious tradition that it sprang up in places where the blood of the unfortunate Mexicans had been shed who were destroyed by the Spaniards. Marigolds are symbolic of passion and creativity. The Marigold is said to have derived its name from Marys Gold taken from the fact that early Christians placed flowers instead of coins on Marys altar as an offering.