The passion flower is one of my favorite flowers and the legend goes that it symbolizes the "Passion" of our Lord.
The Passion refers to the events of suffering that Jesus had to endure leading to his crucifixion.
"Legend has it that in 1620 a Jesuit Priest came across the plant we now know as passion flower. Enthralled with its beauty, that night he had a vision likening its floral parts to the elements of the Crucifixion or Passion of Christ."
The 3 pistils: The 3 nails (Stigma) places in Christ's hands and feet during the Crucifixion
The 5 anthers: The 5 wounds in Christ's body
The corona filaments: The Crown of thorns placed on Christ's head
10 petals: 10 faithful Apostles
(Peter became their leader, and Judas had betrayed Jesus [according to the canon])
Read more about the legend here: Passion_Flower_Legend
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