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The animal itself is a symbol of power, wisdom, courage and higher status. Its long life also makes it a symbol of longevity. According to Southeastern legend, the color white stands for purity and light. An elephant with its trunk uplifted represents the overcoming of obstacles.
The white elephant is an highly regarded symbol in Buddhism and plays an important role in the Buddha's birth. The story states that the day before his birth, Buddha's mother dreamt of a white elephant holding a lotus in its trunk and entering the mother's womb from her right side.

Description
The animal itself is a symbol of power, wisdom, courage and higher status. Its long life also makes it a symbol of longevity. According to Southeastern legend, the color white stands for purity and light. An elephant with its trunk uplifted represents the overcoming of obstacles.
The white elephant is an highly regarded symbol in Buddhism and plays an important role in the Buddha's birth. The story states that the day before his birth, Buddha's mother dreamt of a white elephant holding a lotus in its trunk and entering the mother's womb from her right side.