Fleur-de-lis

The flower pictured here is the fleur-de-lis. I learned a while ago that this is my birthday flower. In French, it means "flower of the lily" or "flower of light." It has been used many times by different kings like Louis VI but it is most significant to King Clovis I who united the Franks. It was his symbol.

Legend has it that when Clovis I was born, a golden lily appeared on his cradle to symbolize his authority.

Since then, it has been used in various coat-of-arms and shields to symbolize light or purity. Some famous people who used this symbol are Joan of Arc, Clovis I, and Louis VI or VII.

The three petals of the fleur-de-lis, as the Church says, signifies the Holy Trinity.

Today, it is used in various stuff such as tattoos and keychains.

Here is one of the famous depictions of the fleur-de-lis today:

Just wanted to share some information. Try finding your birthday flower here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Birthday_flowers. Enjoy~