The tree is a powerful symbol. Trees appear in many creation stories, such as the World Ash or the Garden of Eden. Religions, especially the Druids, have revered trees. Buddha was enlightened sitting under a Bodhi tree. Christmas is celebrated by decorating Christmas trees. There are sacred trees throughout the world. ‘Family tree’ has a symbolic connection to the theme of immortality.

~Jean Shinoda Bolen

Sequoia – photo by Devadana Sanctuary