Dragon Colors

Rainbow Dragons

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

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

In the Book of Genesis, after the flood that required Noah's ark to save the creatures of the world, GOD said, "I set my bow in the clouds to serve as a sign of the covenant between me and the earth. When I bring clouds over the earth, and the bow appears in the clouds, I will recall the covenant I have made between me and you and all living beings, so that the waters shall never again become a flood to destroy all mortal beings."²

The rainbow has been used as a sign of hope and as a promise to never destroy the world by a great flood again in many other traditions, including the Lakota people of North America.³ Modern symbolism of the rainbow has expanded from the theme of hope to also encompass inclusiveness and diversity.¹

Rainbow dragons would symbolize water and the rain, since the natural manifestation of the rainbow is generally after a rainstorm. The Rainbow Serpent symbolized life, death, and rebirth, fertility and death, owing to their connection with the life-giving rains.

Famous Rainbow Dragons: Aido Hwedo / Dan Ayido Hwedo, The Rainbow Serpent

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

1. Color Psychology and Spirituality
2. Genesis 9:13-15
3. Erdoes 498

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