10 Incredible Flowers In The Bible Kids Crafts
Are flowers in the bible? Yes, there are flowers mentioned in the bible. Join with us as we explore the flowers in the bible and share with you some wonderful activities that both you and your kids will enjoy.
Flowers In The Bible
-Myrtle
We know a few persons named Myrtle but Myrtle as one of the flowers in the bible? Oh yes. Myrtle is a flower that produces an essential oil which serves many functions including being antiseptic. According to Petal Republic, Myrtle flowers are usually all white or cream-colored which usually symbolizes purity, hope, and rebirth. This is one of the flowers in the bible and is found in Isaiah 55:13.
Instead of the thorn shall come up the fir tree, and instead of the brier shall come up the myrtle tree: and it shall be to the Lord for a name, for an everlasting sign that shall not be cut off.
-Rose
Roses are perhaps one of the most popular flowering plants in the world and guess what! It’s one of the flowers in the bible. We find it in Isaiah 35:1 and Song of Solomon 2:1.
The wilderness and the solitary place shall be glad for them; and the desert shall rejoice, and blossom as the rose.
In Song of Solomon 2:1 there is also mention of the rose of Sharon where it reads; “I am the rose of Sharon.” This is possibly one of the most well-known flowers mentioned in the Old Testament in the Bible. It is believed that this flower is used to represent beauty and divine love.
-Olive Tree Flowers
Olive trees have longevity and the Psalmist David declares that his trust in God has longevity just like an olive tree. We can find the olive in Psalm 52:8.
But I am like a green olive tree in the house of God: I trust in the mercy of God for ever and ever.
-Mustard
Hotdogs with mustard anyone? That’s the first thing that came to mind when I heard mustard. Well the mustard plant is a flower and better yet one of the flowers in the bible. We find it mentioned in Matthew 13:31. As per Wikipedia, the mustard is any one of several plant species in the genera Brassica and Sinapis in the family Brassicaceae (the mustard family). The bible talks about a grain of mustard which is so small but can grow into a great plant. So too, even if our faith is small, when we exercise it there will be growth.
Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is like to a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and sowed in his field
-Figs
Yummy figs, wait, what did you just say? Figs are flowers? According to the Huff Post, figs are inverted flowers. That’s a hard one to wrap the brain around so its much easier to tell you that Song of Solomon 2:13 mentions figs so its one of the flowers in the bible.
The fig tree putteth forth her green figs, and the vines with the tender grape give a good smell. Arise, my love, my fair one, and come away.
-Almond
These flowers in the bible are really eye opening. Did you know that the almond tree has flowers? Light bulb moment for those of us who only purchase almond as a food. Well guess what, the word of God mentions the almond tree which has wonderful flowers, its found in Jeremiah 1:11. What an awesome God!
Moreover the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, Jeremiah, what seest thou? And I said, I see a rod of an almond tree.
-Hyssop
Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean: wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow.
The hyssop flowers are said to be symbols of the hope of eternal life as when Jesus forgives us of our sins we have the hope of being with him eternally. Aren’t you thankful for the blood of Jesus which cleanses us from all our sin? To find out what it really means to be covered by the blood of Jesus check out the post by Rock Solid Faith.
-Lilies
“Lilly of the valley, let your sweet aroma fill my life.” Do you know that song? Well, its based on the scripture found in Song of Solomon 2:1. Lilies are also mentioned in Matthew 6:28; when God tells us that if he takes care of lilies he will take care of us as we are more valuable than lilies.
This may be why lilies are the flowers that are believed to symbolize hope, renewal, life and also a symbol of overcoming hard times. The lilies let us know that we can have peace as God will take care of us. If your kids feel fearful check out our big bible stories about fear post as you help them find peace in God.
And why take ye thought for raiment? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin:
-Mandrakes
Mandrakes are thought to represent fertility and love. It is thought to have played a part in the conception of Rachel who was barren. This is found in Genesis 30:14.
And Reuben went in the days of wheat harvest, and found mandrakes in the field, and brought them unto his mother Leah. Then Rachel said to Leah, Give me, I pray thee, of thy son’s mandrakes.
-Pomegrante
According to Leafy Place, a pomegranate (Punica granatum) is a deciduous shrub in the flowering plant family Lythraceae. It is mentioned as a flower in the bible in Song of Solomon 4:13.
Your limbs are like an orchard of pomegranates and all the best fruit. It is filled with flowers and nard.
You can get a copy of the flowers in the Bible list that we created just for you as you learn about the flowers in the Bible.
Flowers In The Bible Kids Crafts
After reading about all these flowers in the bible, its time for flower crafting fun. To start off, how about flowers made from tissue paper. You will need:
- tissue paper
- bamboo skewers
- brush
- clear glue pen
- elastic bands
- green paint
- scissors
Visit Petro, for detailed instructions on how to make these flowers.
Making a paper plate flower is fun. You will need:
- Dessert size paper plates
- Craft Stick
- Green paper
- Glue
- Paint
- Scissors
Visit the Resourceful Mamma for the instructions on how to make these paper plate flowers. There is also an easy bottle cap flower on this webpage which is super easy and your kids will love it. If individual flowers are not enough you and your kids can make a flower garden craft won’t that be fun?
If you are a parent who is not too craftsy and just wants some coloring sheets to enhace the teaching of the flowers in the bible, then Caroline has some coloring pages you can download, print and enjoy coloring.
Stop! Don’t throw out the toilet paper roll. We have a toilet paper flower craft too from Teach Me Mommy that you and the kids can enjoy as you learn about the flowers in the bible.
You know we like easy peasy crafts here at Bible Activities For Kids. Melissa made some really cute cupcake liner flowers that we really loved and think you will love them too as they are fun and easy to make.
How about a simple flower matching game for craft time. Get the printable from Debs. Anyone for some mini coffee filter flowers?
Whatever your crafting style have fun with these flowers in the bible craft ideas.
Flowers In The Bible
Flowers can be found in the bible in both the Old and New Testament. Each type of flower shares different messages such as hope, love and divine protection. As you enjoy the flowers in the bible activity with your kids let us know which craft was your favorite in the comments below. Don’t forget to get a copy of the flowers in the Bible list that we created just for you as you learn about the flowers in the Bible. Enjoy the roses, the lilies and even the fig flowers in the bible.
