Exorcism and Protection
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  According to Greek mythology, a beautiful Nymph of the River named Syringa (lilac’s botanical name). 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  Captivated by her beauty, Pan, the god of the forests and fields, chased Syringa through the forest. Frightened by Pan’s affections, Syringa escaped him by turning herself into an aromatic bush .