Lotus flowers and water lilies are revered the world over as symbols of the aspiring soul. These captivating photographs and fine art masterworks illustrate the seeker"s path to purity and enlightenment. The roots of a lotus and a water lily are in the mud. Each stem grows upward through the murky water, reaching for the light of the sun, until at last the fragrant flower opens above the water to bask in the sunlight. Together they symbolize the progress of the soul from the primeval mud of materialism, through the waters of experience, and into the bright sunshine of enlightenment. The Lotus Blossoms & Water Lilies 2008 wall calendar presents twelve lush images of these spiritual icons. Each image is paired with an inspiring quote from the world"s great teachers, mystics and poets.