Blue is the coolest color in the color spectrum; it is the color of the sky, the ocean, sleep and twilight. Ancient Egyptians used the blue gemstone Lapis Lazuli as a representation of heaven. Blue is also used to symbolize the Virgin Mary.
The right shade of pure blue is the color of spirituality, of inspiration and sincerity. It is a calming color which makes is a wonderful choice in the home, especially for babies. Blue is such a calming and soothing color, it is often the choice for sleepwear.
Add some blue into your life when you are looking to:
- create relaxation and calm to counteract chaos or agitation
- open the flow of communication between anyone
- broaden your perspective when learning new information
- create solitude and peace in your surroundings
Blue will give you a feeling of distance, as it is the color that artists use to show perspective. It is also contains a cool vibration that is helpful with all forms of communication. When the vibration of blue can be used to open blocked energy flow, encouraging relaxation and peace.
Therapeutic uses for blue include activating the digestive system and circulation of fluids in the body, it calms, relaxes and combats anxiety and discouragement, which is quite beneficial on a whole.
The Enlightening Cultural Importance of Blue
- In China blue indicates immortality
- In Iraq blue is used as the color of mourning
- Worn by Pharaohs in Egypt, blue was thought to ward off evil
- Carried in many manners in Greece it was also considered to ward off evil
- In Hindu, blue symbolizes the Lord Krishna
- In Christianity, blue is a holy color symbolizing Jesus and the Virgin Mary
- Most often blue is the color to indicate a baby boy, but in Belgium blue is for baby girls.
