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Sunday, April 25, 2010

Culture and Color


In every culture colors combines the main contents. Such as if u select the color such as black, red blue and green. All of the single colors has its own symbol.
Black
Black, corresponding to water, is a neutral color. The Book of Changes, regards black as Heaven’s color. The saying “heaven and earth of mysterious black” was rooted in the observation that the northern sky was black for a long time. They believed Heavenly Emperor, resided in the North Star.
Red
Red, corresponding with fire, symbolizes good fortune and joy. Red is found everywhere during Chinese New Year and other holidays and family gatherings. A red envelope is a monetary gift which is given in Chinese society during holiday or special occasions. The red color of the packet symbolizes good luck. Red is strictly forbidden at funerals as it is a traditionally symbolic color of happiness.
Green
Generally green is associated with health, prosperity, and harmony. However, green hats are associated with an used as an idiom for a cuckold. This has caused uneasiness for Catholic bishops, who in heraldry would normally have a green hat above their arms.

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