- In Mexico, blue is the color of mourning
- Pablo Picasso’s “Blue Period” contributes to his transition from a classical to abstract artist
- Blue symbolizes paradise in Iran
- In China, blue is associated with wood, east, and spring
- English brides traditionally wear 'something borrowed, something Blue' to represent fidelity.
- In Eastern philosophy the meanings of Blue is associated with the Throat Chakra at the base of the throat which rules speech and the power to communicate.
- In Christianity the Madonna is usually clothed in Blue to symbolize virtue.
- In the Jewish faith, Blue is the color of holiness.
- In Hinduism Blue is the color of the god Krishna.
- In China Blue represents immortality.
- Philosophers in Ancient Rome wore Blue robes to show their rank.
- In Japan Indigo Blue is often used in art and clothing and symbolizes the vast ocean surrounding the islands.
- In Ancient Egypt the skin of the god Amun was painted blue to signify the divine.
- In Germany employees being dismissed are given Blue Letters or "Blaue Briefe".
- In France deep Blue is strongly associated with Royalty and Aristocracy.
- Some Native Americans believe the color symbolism of Blue means using intuition to serve and teach.
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