I will explain the significance of the colors, the emblematic flowers and the meaning of the several emblems alluding to the distinguished characters portrayed in the degrees.
Blue symbolizes Fidelity. It is represented by the Violet.
The open Bible is appropriate to Jephthah's Daughter, as a symbol of Obedience to the word of God.
Yellow symbolizes Constancy. It is represented by the yellow Jessamine.
The Lily of the Valley is appropriate to Ruth, as a symbol of Loveliness among the Lowly.
White symbolizes Light, Purity and Joy. It is represented by the white Lily.
The Sun is appropriate to Esther, as a symbol of the Light and Joy she gave to an oppressed and captive race.
Green symbolizes Hope and Immortality. It is represented by the Fern.
The Lamb is appropriate to Martha, as a symbol of Innocence and Humility.
Red symbolizes Fervency. It is represented by the red Rose.
