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Funeral flower stands condolence messages and condolence couplets template collection
When selecting funeral flower stands, wreaths or flower baskets, condolence messages should be consistent with the identity of the flower sender, relationship with the deceased, religious ceremony and flower style. The following is a compilation of commonly used solemn sentence patterns, flower material meanings and actual usage locations, so that they can be copied for reference first, and then checked by family members or our store staff before production.
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Select the deceased by gender, age or relationship, with textual explanation for easy reference. After selecting, you can copy it sentence by sentence; if you are not sure about the side sentences, you can also leave it to the staff to help check.
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Understand the meaning first, then choose appropriate terms明德流徽
A classical Chinese allusion refers to the fact that the bright virtues of the deceased are passed down like brilliance for a long time.
返璞歸真
It is a metaphor for the return of the deceased to a simple and honest state, free from the troubles of the world.
風摧椿萎
The chun tree symbolizes the father, and "the wind destroys the chun tree and wilts it" is a metaphor for the severe blow caused by the death of the father or an elder in the family.
大雅云亡
Derived from classical words, "daya" symbolizes elegant virtue and style, and "yunde" means no longer existing. It is mostly used for the death of educated and elegant elders or seniors.
德業長昭
The virtues and career achievements of the deceased will shine on future generations for a long time, which symbolizes that the character and contribution of the deceased have far-reaching influence.
讜論流徽
"Explicit" refers to honest and fair speech, and "Liu Hui" refers to the good reputation that spreads endlessly. It is often used when elders or professionals who speak impartially and have credibility have passed away.
典型宛在
It means that although the deceased has passed away, his example of how to behave is still in front of us and remains in people's hearts.
典則空留
The rules and models set by the deceased during his lifetime still exist, but he is no longer alive, which brings with it the feeling of regret and remembrance.
棟析榱崩
Originally refers to the collapse of roof beams and rafters, which is a metaphor for the death of a pillar figure in a family, family or organization, which brings a huge blow.
泰山其頹
Mount Tai is used as a metaphor for a respected elder or father, and "its decline" refers to the collapse of a landslide. It is often used to commemorate the death of a pillar of the family.
痛失老成
"Lao Cheng" refers to seniors who are experienced and steady in dealing with things. The loss of Lao Cheng means the loss of mature, steady and experienced elders.
南極斂芒
The Antarctic Canopus star symbolizes longevity and auspiciousness. "Lengmang" refers to the convergence of light. It is often used when an elderly person with high moral character passes away.
閬苑歸真
"Langyuan" refers to the legendary fairyland. Returning to the true meaning means leaving the world and returning to the pure nature. It often has Taoist fairyland imagery.
梁木其穨
"Liangmu" refers to the roof beam, and "Qiqi" means collapse, which is a metaphor for the death of a pillar figure in a family, family or organization, and the foundation is shaken, which is regrettable.
梁木其壞
"Beams are broken" describes the damage of roof beams, which means the death of an important pillar, causing the whole family or organization to lose its reliance.
露冷椿庭
"Chunting" originally refers to the father, and the dew is cold. It is a metaphor for the death of the father or an elder in the family, and the courtyard becomes cold and desolate.
高風亮節
Describes the deceased as having a high degree of moral character and firm integrity, being upright and noble, and worthy of admiration by future generations.
高風安仰
It also emphasizes that the deceased’s integrity and noble conduct are enough for future generations to look up to and follow as an example.
高山景行
From the classics, "High Mountain Scenery" uses mountains as a metaphor for noble virtues, describing the deceased's noble character and conduct worthy of imitation.
蒿里興悲
"Hao Li" refers to the location of the cemetery in ancient times. It evokes sadness when happy or sad, describing the deep sorrow when remembering the deceased in front of the grave.
庚星匿彩
"Gengxing" refers to the stars, and the hidden color means the reduction of brilliance. It is a metaphor for the death of a person who originally shined on everyone, and the light no longer shines.
歸真返璞
"Return to one's true nature" means returning to truth and simple nature. It is used to express that the deceased has escaped from the worldly toil and returned to the pure origin.
功勛不朽
Praise the deceased for his outstanding achievements in life. His achievements and contributions will remain in people’s memory forever and will not be erased.
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Some terms are more traditional and may not apply to all ages, relationships or religions. We will assist in checking before production.
First choose the direction according to your identity and occasion
No religion or custom affirmed
First choose neutral and solemn sentences such as "Eternal condolences" and "deep condolences" to avoid making mistakes.
Company/Group combined delivery
It is advisable to use formal, concise, and less personal sentences, and pay attention to the sender inscription company name and department name.
Relatives, friends or family representatives
Choose a more emotional condolence sentence, but avoid overly colloquial or inappropriate words.
Quickly copy common condolence messages
通用莊重
永誌哀思、深切哀悼、音容宛在、萬古流芳。
親友悼念
永遠懷念、痛失良友、思念長存、音容如在。
公司 / 同事
深表哀悼、永誌哀思、謹致哀悼、德範長昭。
宗教較中性
安息長眠、福壽全歸、往生淨土、主懷安息。
簡短花牌常用
沉痛悼念、永懷不忘、一路好走、懿德長存。
長輩 / 親屬
德範長昭、懿德流芳、母儀千古、慈範永存。
朋友 / 晚輩
痛悼英才、英年早逝、永念摯友、音容永在。
商務 / 團體
謹致哀悼、敬悼先賢、德業長昭、風範永存。
Common flower material meanings and color reference
Baiju
General meaning
Commonly understood as mourning, remembrance, cleansing and solemnity.
Suitable for the situation
Chinese flower stands, traditional funeral flower baskets and more solemn mourning occasions.
Lily
General meaning
Commonly understood as purity, rest in peace, and wishing you a safe journey.
Suitable for the situation
Western-style wreaths, flower baskets and more religiously neutral memorial flowers.
Orchid
General meaning
Commonly understood as elegance, respect, and lasting character.
Suitable for the situation
corporate groups, elders, the bereaved family or more formally flower stands flower baskets.
Rose / pink flowers
General meaning
Pink and light-colored flowers are often used as tender memories; different family customs may have different understandings.
Suitable for the situation
When relatives and friends mourn, women the deceased, or family members accept softer colors.
Western wreaths and Chinese flower stands color series
Common understanding
White, green, light yellow, and purple are more common; red and pink colors depend on age, religion, and family customs.
Selection prompt
If you are not sure, you can choose neutral and elegant colors first, and then ask the staff to help check.
flower stands medium example
tribute message: Mrs. Chen Futai passed away
Medium: Yide Liufang
sender inscription: Yang Youyou, Mr. Li respectfully
If you are not sure whether the elegy is suitable, you can first choose a commonly used style and explain it in the remarks, and the staff will follow up and check.
Please note before use
✓ Things to note (Do)
You can copy the mid-money memorial elegy first, and then paste it in the card wording or remarks column of the checkout page, and let the staff check the typesetting.
✓ Things to note (Do)
If religion, generation or family customs are not determined, it is recommended to select a neutral and solemn sentence first and confirm with the family members.
✗ Don't
Avoid using words that are too colloquial, joking, overly intimate, or inconsistent with the identity of the company/group.
✗ Don't
Do not take the meaning of flowers as an absolute rule; different families, religions and funeral arrangements may have different interpretations.
Next step after copying the text
What is the difference between the words "sacrifice", "condom couplets" and "flower stands"?
- 【Memorial Message】Usually a longer memorial article, mostly used for memorials, publications or family speeches, and may not necessarily be completely placed on flower stands.
- 【 condolence couplets 】 are more formal couplets or condolence texts, commonly used in traditional funerals or more solemn occasions.
- [flower stands elegy] Most of them are short sentences in the middle section of flower stands, such as "Mourning for Eternal Peace" and "Liu Fang for Yide". They should be clear, solemn and easy to read.
Under what circumstances should short sentences be used? When do you use formal sentences?
- When sending messages to friends, colleagues, or companies, or when you are unsure about religious customs, it is usually recommended to use short and neutral sentences, such as "deep condolences" and "my eternal condolences".
- For relatives, the bereaved family, elders or more formal ceremonies, you can choose more polite sentence patterns such as "virtue will last forever", "yide will be fragrant", "kindness will last forever".
- If the family has designated a Christian, Catholic, Buddhist or Taoist ceremony, they should choose the terms according to the ceremony and avoid mixing words that are not consistent with the religion.
Tips on religious and customary terms
- [Common in Buddhism]: Rebirth in bliss, nine-grade lotus platform, top-grade rebirth, flowers blooming to see the Buddha, complete liberation.
- Common Taoist phrases include 魂歸道山, 功行圓滿, 返璞歸真, 羽化登仙 and 仙遊蓬萊. Use religious wording only when it matches the family’s arrangements.
- Common Christian and Catholic phrases include 主懷安息, 安息主懷, 榮歸天國, 蒙主寵召 and 息勞歸主. Confirm the preferred wording with the family or church.
Avoid excessive colloquial language or inappropriate words
- The words "flower stands" should avoid being too colloquial, too personal, humorous, or inappropriate for the identity of the flower sender.
- When sending gifts to companies, groups or colleagues, it is recommended to avoid using overly intimate words and instead use formal sentences such as "sincere condolences" and "deep condolences".
- When you are not sure about your generation, religion or family customs, you can use a neutral sentence first and explain in the notes when placing the order that the staff will help check.
Commonly used titles and elegies reference
Friend
Colleague
Company
Family representative
Society/Group
Elder/Junior
This page is for general reference only and no names or personal information will be collected. The official flower stands text shall be subject to the final version after verification by the order information and staff.