Chesterfield in Madison County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
The Sunflower A Symbol of Spiritualism
Camp Chesterfield
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, August 5, 2023
1. The Sunflower A Symbol of Spiritualism Marker
Inscription.
The Sunflower A Symbol of Spiritualism. . Since around 1892, the sunflower has been an important symbol of Spiritualism. Throughout Camp Chesterfield, visitors notice how homes and buildings are often decorated with sunflower motifs. This is because of its strong connection to Spiritualism. The sunflower is native to the United States, but has been transplanted all over the world, just like Spiritualism. In 1948, Spiritualism was recognized as a religion in 38 nations, making it one of three American-made religions to be exported, rather than imported to, the United States. The motto for Spiritualism is:,
As the Sunflower turns its , face to the Light of the Sun , So let Spiritualism turn the face , of humanity to the Light of the Truth. , Since the sunflowers always turns toward the sun, so do Spiritualists turn toward the light of God. A sturdy and [hardy] plant, the sunflower has a strong central stalk that is well-grounded to hold it up straight and tall and it is a rich source of minerals and vitamins. Spiritualism, as well, stresses having a strong character, in tandem with both physical and spiritual healing.
Since around 1892, the sunflower has been an important symbol of Spiritualism. Throughout Camp Chesterfield, visitors notice how homes and buildings are often decorated with sunflower motifs. This is because of its strong connection to Spiritualism. The sunflower is native to the United States, but has been transplanted all over the world, just like Spiritualism. In 1948, Spiritualism was recognized as a religion in 38 nations, making it one of three American-made religions to be exported, rather than imported to, the United States. The motto for Spiritualism is:
As the Sunflower turns its
face to the Light of the Sun
So let Spiritualism turn the face
of humanity to the Light of the Truth
Since the sunflowers always turns toward the sun, so do Spiritualists turn toward the light of God. A sturdy and [hardy] plant, the sunflower has a strong central stalk that is well-grounded to hold it up straight and tall and it is a rich source of minerals and vitamins. Spiritualism, as well, stresses having a strong character, in tandem with both physical and spiritual healing.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1948.
Location. 40° 6.935′ N, 85° 35.824′ W. Marker is
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in Chesterfield, Indiana, in Madison County. Marker is at the intersection of North Washington Street and Lincoln Drive, on the right when traveling south on North Washington Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 51 Lincoln Dr, Anderson IN 46017, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, August 5, 2023
2. The Sunflower A Symbol of Spiritualism Marker
Featured marker is to the right of the steps.
Credits. This page was last revised on August 24, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 24, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 85 times since then and 33 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on August 24, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
