The four-leaf clover is an uncommon variation of the common, three-leaved clover. It has been estimated that there are approximately 10,000 three-leaf clovers for every four-leaf clover. I can attest to that! I spent a very long time on three different days looking for a four-leaf clover to share with you!! I never found one!! I told Mr. H. what I was doing, he looked for a few minutes and spotted one!! I should have asked him first!!! He's obviously has more luck than I do!! According to tradition, such leaves bring good luck to their finders, especially if found accidentally. I guess that means he got the luck and I didn't!! According to legend, each leaf represents something: the first is for faith, the second is for hope, the third is for love, and the fourth is for luck.
I also found this Irish tradition; the Shamrock or 3-leaf Clover represents the Holy Trinity: one leaf for the Father, one for the Son and one for the Holy Spirit. When a Shamrock is found with the fourth leaf, it represents God's Grace.
May your troubles be less
And your blessings be more.
And nothing but happiness
Come through your door.
And your blessings be more.
And nothing but happiness
Come through your door.
~Irish blessing~
I hope your wear your green and enjoy the day!!
wow, you found one, lucky you, wish you happiness and a great day, I lot of luck on St Patrick.
ReplyDeleteYou are both lucky. Love the clarity of the clover. Did not know there was a symbol for each leaf. I always learn something when I read your blog.
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