Color BLUE Symbolism: Messages in Signs, Meditations, and Dreams

The Color Blue

As you read through this article, it is easy to see why BLUE is markedly the most common favorite color of people worldwide. The blue skies and blue waters in our environment are a sure influence, simply because of their uplifting and calming effect. The same goes for birds, butterflies, and flowers. It is only fitting that when other forms of blue that show up, they typically carry similar sorts of energy.

This is even true of dyed and manufactured blues. Over time, we have become so accustomed to the availability of blue, we easily forget the origins of indigo and, not so long ago, how precious its discovery was to civilizations beyond East Asia, India, Egypt, and Peru where it was first available. It is hard to imagine a world without blue jeans, blue sports jerseys, and blues to paint with. Fortunately for us now, it’s a part of our daily experiences in countless ways.


All About Blue

Symbolism

What is most important when considering symbolism of a dream, sign, or meditation is that you weigh and connect all the options and aspects, including any feelings that coincide with the experience. Take for example, the vast difference between a blue-sky day and feeling blue. Quite different meanings. Be open and honest as to what it means for you in the moment, and you’ll get the most out of your message and any insight or guidance that come from it.

When BLUE items or features show up carrying symbolism in meditations, dreams, or signs, and you note that the color is significant, it’s important to evaluate for finding the most accurate meaning behind it. If you aren’t sure which shade applies, go with one that is closest to it, or else opt for the blue general keywords. Trust your intuition as you browse for what stands out; picking and choosing by logic or what you wish it to be does not equate accuracy. When you connect the keyword(s) you discover with the symbolism of the item or feature, you will be likely to understand the full meaning behind the symbol. Let’s look a bit closer at the color blue symbolism and the many variations to get started.

Color Blue Keywords

As with other colors, the symbolism of the color blue depends largely on the shade of the color. This presents a number of choices as to what the specific meaning is, however, if you look at a list of possibilities, generally one word or phrase will quickly stand out to you. Here is a list of keywords for you to browse when interpreting your own instances of blue symbolism.

True Blue (Ultramarine): communication, truth, emotion, devotion, philosophy, clarity, sincerity, openness, faithfulness, holiness, humility, calmness, tranquility, serenity.

Deep Blue (Royal or Navy): responsibility, respect, analytical (Navy)

Cobalt: vastness, wonder, inspiration, divine guidance, philosophy, truth.

Cerulean: clarity, tranquility, resolution or acceptance, contemplation, calmness.

Cyan (the color between blue and green): peace or peace of mind, balance, rational communication.

Pale Blue/Light Blue/Baby Blue: innocence, serenity, inner peace

Sky: harmony

Midnight: vastness, confusion, over-analytical, suspicious (browner tones)

Indigo: (This blue is more aligned to purples in general); higher intelligence, deep wisdom, inspiration, devotion, spirituality, inner harmony

Turquoise: good fortune; one of the three key colors of healing (*See GREEN: apple green).

Blue Idioms, Cliches, and Flowers

Should any of these apply, consider what they represent.

Blue bird: happiness.

Blue moon: a rare occurrence or exceptional occasion

Blue skies: joy, happiness, hopefulness; a turnaround for the better, things looking up

Out of the blue: with no warning, unexpectedly

Singing the blues: sadness, melancholy

True blue friend: a devoted and loyal person

Bluebells: forthcoming news, kindness

Cornflower (Bachelor’s Button): delicacy

Possible Messages for the Color Blue

“Use your voice.”

“This is the truth of the matter.”

“Be calm and trust your inner voice.”

“It’s time to reflect and find clarity.”

“Communicate in order to achieve balance.”

“Gather your thoughts before you voice your opinion.”


As you can see, anything that is blue, with the exception of blues tainted with brown, has pretty encouraging and positive messages behind them.  Please feel free to share your experiences with BLUE symbols in the comments or in the symbolism questions section.

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Do you have a symbol that you would like interpreted?  Heather Oelschlager takes submissions for requests through Mandorla Academy. Send an email through the contact form and your symbol may be chosen for an upcoming article like this one!

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