1 cup rice, 2 tbsp olive oil or butter, 1 chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 cups broth, juice & zest of 1 lemon, 2 tbsp parsley, salt & pepper.
Ancient Origins
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In Greek mythology, violets were created by Zeus for a nymph who wished to remain hidden—linking them to modesty from the start.
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A classical painting or mythological artwork featuring Zeus and woodland scenery.
Slide 3: Christian Symbolism
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Violets came to represent the Virgin Mary in Christian art, symbolizing purity, humility, and quiet devotion.
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Stained glass or a medieval painting showing violets at Mary’s feet.
Slide 4: The Language of Flowers (Floriography)
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In the Victorian era, violets conveyed secret messages—often representing modest love, virtue, or faithful affection.
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A vintage postcard or floriography guide with a pressed violet illustration.
Slide 5: Violet Colors and Their Meanings
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Purple violets symbolize loyalty and spiritual wisdom, while white violets express innocence and humility.
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A side-by-side image of purple and white violets in soft focus.
Slide 6: Violets in Literature and Poetry
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Poets like Shakespeare and Tennyson used violets to evoke themes of grace, modesty, and fleeting beauty.
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A vintage book open to a poem mentioning violets, with a violet bloom laid across the page.
Slide 7: Cultural and Medicinal Uses
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Violets were once used in herbal remedies and perfumes—associated with calm, clarity, and the heart.
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An old apothecary bottle labeled "violet tincture" or