Bible Encyclopedias
Clove-Gillyflower

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

or, carnation pink, a species of the Dianthus, archaically drawn, is frequently found in mediaeval MSS., symbolizing the graces of the blessed Virgin Mary.

Bibliography Information
McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Clove-Gillyflower'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​c/clove-gillyflower.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.