The Romanian saying "Apa trece, pietrele rămân" translates to "The water passes, but the stones remain."
It carries a deep philosophical meaning and can be interpreted in different ways depending on the context:
Time and Change vs. Stability – Life moves forward like a river, events and people come and go, but some things (like values, traditions, or fundamental truths) remain unchanged, like stones in a riverbed.
Resilience and Endurance – Challenges, difficulties, and even people may pass through our lives, but what is strong and enduring (our character, memories, or history) remains.
Gossip and Reputation – In some contexts, it can mean that rumors or scandals might spread quickly, but the truth and solid facts will stand the test of time.
It’s a powerful metaphor that can be applied to various aspects of life, from personal struggles to historical perspectives.
The use of the folk -flowers evokes the famous Corund flowers from Romanian pottery, while also being reminiscent of the water element.
