The Dogwood Tree, According to legend, the Dogwood once grew as a tall, straight tree, but when the Dogwood was used to make the cross, Jesus was so moved that … Find out more about this legend.

The Dogwood Tree

Here is that Dogwood Tree sign.

“According to legend, the Dogwood once grew as a tall, straight tree, but when the Dogwood was used to make the cross, Jesus was so moved that He promised the tree would never again grow large enough to be used for such a purpose. It is said that the bracts of the Dogwood flower resemble the Cross and bear nail marks of the crucifixion. The Red leaves in fall has been associated with the Savior’s Blood on Calvary.”

Just a legend

Again this is just legend. There is no Biblical backing to state this legend.  If you noticed, it does mention first off, According to legend! But never the less I figured it was an interesting legend and wanted to share with my readers. Dolly Parton is big about her faith. You can go into one of her theaters and she shares about her faith.

Comes around Easter

This legend does come about around Easter often. I think that is because in early Spring the Dogwood tree starts to bloom. Even though this is not proven in Bible, but the legend does have us of a way to remind of what Christ done for us. In East Tennessee the Knoxville area we usually have the Dogwood Arts Festival in April.

Remember the only thing that holds true is the Bible. God’s word is true! It is the only book we can count on and rely on. It tells us of what has happened and what will happen. Also remember legends are simply that, legends.

Something interesting about the Dogwood Tree in Tennessee

Found naturally in over one-third of all Tennessee counties, Cornus florida or flowering dogwood, is among the state’s favorite trees. It is one of the most beautiful smaller trees around, bringing ornamental value to the landscape year-round. It blooms in April, the perfect month to notice its beauty.₁

Easter Blog Posts

Below is a list of blog posts that relate to Easter. Be sure to check them all out!

1. 1 Cross, 3 Nails, 4 Given Church Sign
2. 8 Things Jesus Accomplished on the Cross
3. 20th anniversary of the powerful film, “The Passion of the Christ.”
4. A-Z of Easter, The
5. Amber Alert: Jesus Christ is Missing
6. Arise My Love by Newsong
7. Ascension
8. Ash Wednesday, Day of Ashes
9. Body of Christ
10. Breakfast Pizza
11. Broken Egg
12. CEO Christians Church Sign
13. Colors of Easter
14. Cracking the Tradition of Hiding Easter Eggs
15. Create and Hide Unbreakable Easter Eggs
16. Cross Acronym
17. Cross of Jesus
18. Cross Tree
19. Dogwood Tree
20. Drive-Thru Easter Egg Hunt
21. Dye Eggs with All Natural Ingredients
22. Easter celebrations in the era of social distancing
23. Easter Egg Trunk Hunt
24. Easter Finger Puzzle Printable
25. Easter is Canceled
26. Easter Lilies Can Kill A Cat?
27. Easter Monday
28. Easter Story Snack Mix Printable
29. Easter Sweet Treats Makes Easter Special
30. Easter Symbols
31. Easter Trees
32. Easter Word Search Printable
33. Egg Rolling
34. Emoji Easter Story Printable
35. Empty Egg
36. Finished An Easter Spoken Word Videos by KB
37. Forgiveness
38. Free Easter Printables
39. Good Friday
40. Happy Easter “Resurrection Day”
41. He is Risen Display
42. Hiding Easter Eggs
43. History of Easter Bonnets
44. Holy Monday
45. Holy Saturday
46. Holy Thursday
47. Holy Tuesday
48. Holy Wednesday
49. Hot Cross Buns
50. If Jesus Had An Obituary
51. Importance of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ
52. It’s Not About the Bunny Church Sign
53. Jelly Bean Prayer Printable
54. Jesus Shows His Scars
55. KSBJ’s Cross Stops in Houston!
56. Lazarus Saturday
57. Legend of the Donkey’s Cross
58. Legend of the Sand Dollar Printable
59. Legend of the Three Trees
60. Let kites soar: A Lenten tradition takes flight
61. Life Savers
62. Make Easter Eggs Last
63. Maundy Thursday
64. Meaning Behind Easter Lilies
65. No Bones About It – Jesus Is Alive!
66. Palm Sunday
67. Passover
68. Resurrection Bracelet
69. Resurrection Rolls
70. Searching for Christ
71. Shrove Tuesday
72. Silly Rabbit, Easter is for Jesus
73. Son of God Movie Review
74. Spy Wednesday
75. Stay-At-Home Spring Printables for Kids
76. Stitching Easter delights with Sewing
77. Sweating Blood Prayer
78. Telelestai
79. That’s My King Dr. S.M. Lockridge
80. The Rock at UT Painted for Easter (2024)
81. The University of Tennessee Rock painted with an Easter Messages (2022)
82. Trail to the Empty Tomb
83. Truth About Easter Bunny & Easter Eggs
84. That Tomb Is Still Empty, Easter Story Told by Two Kids
85. Unique Easter Traditions from Around the Globe
86. University of Tennessee Rock painted with an Easter Message, The
87. What if the Resurrection Happened Today
88. What’s So Good About Good Friday?
89. Why Did Jesus Fold the Napkin?
90. Words of Forgiveness by Saving Darkness
91. You, Sin, Christ – A Simple Illustration
92. You’ve Been Egged Printable

_{First published May 1, 2013 — Last republished or updated February 19, 2021.}

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Steve Patterson

A Christian Blogger that enjoys blogging about the Bible, Theology, God, Jesus Christ, Christian Music, Family, Cats, Odd Holidays, sewing and much more. I have been blogging since 2004, however, I have been blogging on Courageous Christian Father since 2012. I enjoy listening to Christian Music. I am married with 1 daughter, 2 step-sons and a step daughter.

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