Dragon Colors

Blue Dragons

First, this article will explore the symbolism of blue in world cultures, then specifically relate that symbolism to dragons and serpents.

• The Symbolism of the Color Blue
• Blue Dragons
• Footnotes
• Dragon Colors

Both the sea and the sky are symbolic of vastness, infinity, and the experience beyond the grasp of the human condition, both the ultimate and the eternal.¹ Since blue is tied in with oceanic and celestial symbolism, blue also symbolizes their wide, open space and their primordial emptiness.²

In modern psychology, blue has been linked with decreased blood pressure and respiration as well as a calming effect.⁵ Jung identified blue as representative of the clear sky during the day, and the color symbolized thinking.³

Catholicism and other Christian traditions use blue as a symbol for the Virgin Mary.^2,4

In parts of the East and parts of the Arab world, blue protects against the "evil eye."^2,4 Blue is also linked to the occult in some Asian countries, with blue eyes being a sign of magical powers.⁴ Specifically in China, blue symbolizes immortality.⁵

In Feng Shui, blue is a color of the element water with the passive Yin aspect. It is used for healing, relaxation, peace, trust, and exploration.⁵

Introspection and dreamlike states have also been connected with the color blue,² which is one of the reason for Jung's connection of blue to thinking.³ Blue can even represent that which is unattainable or inaccessible.⁴ In Iran, blue is the color of heaven and spirituality and is also used for mourning.⁵

Western cultures use blue to represent sadness or depression, and light blue is the color of baby boys.⁵ In modern Western culture, blue has become linked with corporate work lifestyle.⁵

Blue Chinese dragons are of the purest azure colors. They are a symbol of the East and are pacifying and calm.

All of the dragon graphics on this page were created by Donna Quinn.

1. Stevens [Ariadne's Clue] 149
2. O'Connell and Airey 115
3. Cirlot 53
4. Lanse 6
5. Visual Color Symbolism Chart by Culture

For more information about footnotes and references, please see the bibliography.