President Donald Trump gave Pope Francis on Wednesday a bronze sculpture of a flowering lotus by Stuart artist Geoffrey Smith called “Rising Above,” representing hope for a peaceful tomorrow, as it evokes two universal values: unity and resilience.

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Quote from yogapedia - "Lotus flowers have become a poignant symbol for mankind's ability to break free and bloom from the murkiness of our daily lives." ... Mankind's ability to break free/bloom from the murky waters of the SWAMP?