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Lotus

The lotus bud is born in water and unfolds itself into a beautiful flower. Hence it is taken as the symbol of the universe coming out of the primeval waters and manifesting itself in all its glory. It is also taken as a symbol of the sun. it rises from the navel of visnu and is the seat of brahma the creator. Hence the sacredness associated with it. Psychic centres in the body associated with the rising of the kundalini power are pictured like lotuses.