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Secrets Of The Red Colour In Hinduism
The colour of love is red. What if we tell you that the colour of your destiny is also red? Don't be confused. Red is a highly significant colour and it has a few surprising secrets which we will reveal to you through this article. So, read on.
Red is a beautiful colour. Come to think of it, red is one colour which is seen in almost every ritual or festival of Hinduism. Red is the dominating shade, especially in the Hindu weddings. Right from the bridal outfit to the sindoor, everything has the red colour in common.
The red colour is supposed to be warm. It generates a different kind of energy in an individual. It brings out the emotions in you. Red colour also brings out your ambitions and makes you determined about life. This colour still stands true to its meaning and is still used almost liberally and vastly in the Indian culture. Be it any auspicious occasion, it has to be marked with red.
WHY IS SINDOOR SIGNIFICANT IN HINDUISM?
Red in India, is considered holy and is symbolic of a certain time, place and action in one's personal life. While its implications may differ across religious sects in India, the overall implication of the colour are universal.
Let us take a look at the secrets of the red colour, according to the Hindu belief system.
The Sindoor
According to popular beliefs, sindoor or vermillion is the symbol of Goddess Parvati or Sati. According to Hindu astrology, the house of Aries is on the forehead. The lord of Aries is Mars. Since the colour of Mars is red, it is believed to be auspicious. It is the sign of soubhagya or good fortune. Hence, the colour red brings in good fortune.
The Tilak
The tilak is put in the place where the third eye of Lord Shiva, the destroyer, is said to be. The significance is that by putting the tilak one gains the all pervading powers to protect the inner wisdom.
The Colour Of Sensuality
The red colour creates a positive energy which instigates the libido. It stirs the sensuality in humans and therefore, a bride is supposed to wear everything in red during marriage.
Red Increases Hunger
Red colour is also said to increase hunger. That is why restaurants are usually decorated in red.
The Colour Of Success & Ambition
The red colour brings out these traits: adventure, love, determination, flexibility, power, sensibility, sensuality, excitement, self-confidence, ambition and concentration.
The Other Side Of Red
Apart from being the most auspicious colour, red may also instigate the negative traits in a person. It brings out the suppressed anger, makes a person irritable, ignites hatred and cruelty.
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