Purple color: symbolism, meaning and effects on the mind
The theory of colors fascinates more and more. It connects different disciplines ranging from art to psychology and shows how the different shades can have hidden meanings and prove to be real allies for our mood. In general, three primary colors are identified, with the exception of black and white , or magenta red, yellow and blue. The others, on the other hand, are defined as secondary colors and, among these, in addition to green and pink, purple is also included with its numerous shades ranging from purple to violet. history, purple has been associated with different meanings that have led it to have a rich symbolism. In addition, recent chromotherapy studies see him as the protagonist of various therapies, especially those aimed at removing emotional blocks.
In this article we see, therefore, the meaning of the color purple and discover the characteristics of the people who appreciate it a lot. Also did you know that each zodiac sign has its own reference color?
Symbology and meaning of purple
As already mentioned, purple is a secondary color. To obtain this tint, blue and red must be mixed.
Over time, this shade has taken on more than one meaning, thus creating a varied and interesting symbology that is found above all in art and religions. The main meanings and references of this color are:
- Royalty: since ancient times, purple, especially in the shade of purple, has been used as an identifying color for kings, emperors and nobles in general. among the most used stones, in fact, there was the amethyst, with its characteristic violet or darker violet tint.
- Magic and mystery: in particular in its darker shades, purple has been the color of the occult for centuries. For this reason it is often also associated with mystery, spirituality and fantasy, being favored by children and adolescents who are passionate about " fantasy imagery.
- Spirituality: even today, this color identifies the individual and spiritual sphere. For example, in Christianity purple is the shade par excellence of the liturgical vestments used in the periods of purification, that is, during Advent and Lent.
- Bad luck: more than a meaning, here purple is part of the long tradition of superstitions. In fact, we have often heard in the entertainment world that wearing clothes of this color brought bad luck. In fact, there is an explanation for this negative symbology. During the forty days of Lent, all kinds of theatrical performances and public performances were banned in the Middle Ages. All this led to a series of economic hardships for the actors and for all those who lived on theater alone, so purple, associated with liturgical celebrations, is still considered a bad omen in show business today.
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The effects of purple on the mind and body
In addition to the symbolism that distinguishes it, it is now known how purple can have certain effects on our psyche and body. First of all, in the various chromotherapy studies, it seems that this color is able to reduce appetite. In this way, being surrounded by purple objects or home environments would be an excellent solution for those who follow diets or who must moderate their diet. Furthermore, this shade is used in chromotherapy sessions to stimulate the production of white blood cells well, to improve the activity of organs such as the spleen, to purify the blood and to combat kidney and bladder disorders.
As for the effects of purple on the mind, its ability to concentrate is immediately striking. In fact, for experts this color would be ideal for stimulating concentration and creativity, because it is able to counteract negative sensations. It is therefore not surprising that the walls of offices, workplaces, study classrooms or smart working environments of the home are increasingly tinged with violet or other similar shades, thus spaces ranging from the bedroom to the bathroom.
In the same way, violet stones, first of all amethyst, are used in crystal therapy sessions for their purifying action, since they remove tension, anxiety and sadness, in favor of inner harmony and serenity.
Finally, in addition to the traditional carmine red, the same violet would also have the function of stimulating passion and desire within couples.
The characteristics of purple lovers
The theory of colors is also interesting in seeing common characteristics among lovers of the same color. Those who appreciate purple very much choose it in their home furnishings and as one of the main shades of their way of dressing. They tend to be a person dedicated to introspection and personal research. They are, therefore, individuals inclined to spirituality, but who, at the same time, prove curious and creative. They love freedom and they reveal it both in their attitude and in their clothing: purple lovers are inclined to draw attention to themselves and this also explains the extreme care they place in their physical appearance. Be careful to think that they are selfish: those who love purple are usually very open to others, apprehensive towards those who love and take into account the opinions of others, trying to benefit from them.
On the contrary, those who do not like this color tend to be critical with others, precisely because they lack a good inner and spiritual connection. Thus, there is also a lack of openness towards others and a strong lack of altruism and generosity.
The best phrases about the color purple
Given its rich symbolism, violet has inspired numerous phrases or verses of poems by the great authors over the years. Here are the most beautiful.
Purple is a royal color, it is associated with wealth and prosperity. Inspires spirituality, dignity, nobility, luxury and elegance
Lisa Guerrini
Purple was born on a spring day in a lavender field. He must have long searched for a place like this where the rows go straight to the horizon as if they were invited to a dance with infinity.
Fabrizio Caramagna
Purple is the color between the human and the divine, the union of two natures.
Carl Gustav Jung
Purple, in all its shades, is the dominant color among the flowers and this reassures me: purple has always been my color and finding it along the way seems to me a good sign.
Assunta Signorelli
As well as mourning, purple is the average color par excellence: it is between earth and sky, between passion and intelligence, between love and wisdom.
Roberto Scafuri
The purple color is a symbol of the dream, it stimulates creativity, even if its excess can cause melancholy and loss of the sense of reality
Margherita Tizzi
Either you love it or you hate it. Some scholars say that hell is red, purgatory gray and heaven purple!
Anonymous
One cannot suspect a tree, or accuse a bird or a squirrel of subversion or challenge the ideology of a viola.
Hal Borland
After sunset, you discover the true color of the sky: it is purple. The fresh air that surrounds you is purple. And the soul must also have a purple color.
Fabrizio Caramagna
I didn't want to sit in silence and watch the mountains become more and more purple and breathe the pure air of that beautiful evening knowing that Bernard was there with me and did the same and felt the same way.
Ian McEwan
