Jasmine
Pronounced JAZ-min
- Meaning
- "Gift from God; Fragrant flower"
- Origin
- Persian
Jasmine refers to the fragrant flowering plant, its perfume connecting to the biblical imagery of pleasing aromas before God. Paul describes the Christian life as a 'sweet savour of Christ' — our faith, prayers, and service rising like fragrant incense to heaven.
Spiritual meaning
Jasmine represents the sweet fragrance of a life lived for Christ — beautiful, memorable, and pleasing to God.
Related verses (KJV)
"For we are unto God a sweet savour of Christ, in them that are saved, and in them that perish."
2 Corinthians 2:15 (KJV)