There are twelve Chinese characters in this photo-mouse, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, sheep, monkey, chicken, dog, and pig. They are all written in an ancient way. You almost can see the image of those animals in some characters.
People appreciate lotus for its unblemished and innocent beauty, yet its root grows in the filthy dirt. This is like our wisdom is divine and magnificent but our body is supported by the corrupted foods that we consume.