The significance of colors in Astrological Remedies

 

The visible light is the source of all life on earth and includes all plant life, animal life and the life of human beings. The main driver of energy is the Sun from where the color waves originate. Light itseld is a mixture of seven colors gets manifested in violet, indigo, blue, green, yellow, orange and red. These colors originate from the Sun and travel in different wave lengths with varying energy intensities.

The significance of colors was known in Vedic astrology before the development of modern science. The significance of color was emphasized for astrological remedies. In Vedic astrology, the fundamental subject of research is the role of navgrahas in the horoscope which are said to govern the entire life of the native from birth till death. These nine planets are also emitters or reflectors of rays of different colors. The reflected and emitted color rays provide a distinctive appearance to a particular planet.

The color of the Sun is a combination of orange and red. However, it is generally considered red in color. The Moon is pale white but it reflects the orange red rays of the Sun. Mars is of red color but it also reflects the yellow rays of the Sun. Mercury is of green color and reflects green rays. Jupiter is of orange-yellow color but reflects mainly blue rays of the spectrum. Venus is considered to be pure white but it also reflects indigo rays of the spectrum. Saturn is of black color and reflects violet rays of the Sun. The two shadow planets Rahu and Ketu have also been assigned colors in Vedic astrology. Rahu is considered to be black while Ketu is brown.

The role of color is seen everywhere. Remedies for strengthening weak planets for bringing a balance in the life of an individual are prescribed by astrologers with the help of  mantra, tantra, gem therapy, puja, charity, etc in which some are related with colors.

The puja system which developed in the Vedic period, recommends the use of white rice, green leaves, red vermillion, yellow and red cloth, white sandal wood, red sandal wood and flowers of different colors.

Sun: As the color of Sun is red, the strengthening of Sun in the horoscope of an individual should be done with red flowers or saffron-color items. The recommended stone is ruby which is also red. This color represents energy and power. It also shows vitality and creativity.

Moon: It is pale white. This color contains all the seven colors of the spectrum and has purifying properties. It influences the thought process and leads towards virtue and spirituality.  The astrological methods for strengthening the Moon in the horoscope revolve around white items like white flowers, milk, curd, rice flour, white sandalwood etc and among the gems white pearl is prescribed.

Mars: The red color Mars emits slightly yellowish rays. The difference between Sun red and Mars red is that the red in Sun indicates royalty while the red in Mars indicates violence. For treatment of Mars-related problems red or yellow color is prescribed. The gems prescribed are red coral and grains are red lentil and ashwagandha.

Mercury: This planet is of green color and this color stands for balance, harmony and hope. It has the capacity to calm down agitated nerves and mind. Since, Lord Vishnu is symbolized by Mercury, green color basil leaves (tulsi) are recommended for Mercury-related problems whereas the compatible gemstone is green emerald.

Jupiter: The color of Jupiter is yellow or yellowish orange. The effects of both these colors are generally positive. This is, therefore, a benefic planet. Its color has a warming effect and energizes the nervous system and produces stimulating effect on intellect. The compatible items for treatment of Jupiter-related problems are ashwagandha and other yellow flowers. The compatible gemstone for Jupiter is yellow sapphire.

Venus: The color is pure white which is a combination of all colors of spectrum. Moon is pale white but Venus is bright white. The effects of the white color are the same as in Moon but Moon represents simplicity whereas Venus represents sophistication. The items for treatment of Venus related problems are rose, saffron, jasmine, lotus and lily whereas the compatible gem stone is diamond.  However White zircon is also prescribed.

Saturn: The color of Saturn is black. Black is a calming color for agitated persons and is also known for its protective properties. There are negative qualities also like resistance, obstruction, opposition, and enmity. The compatible items for treating Saturn-related problems are generally of black color like, black sesame, urad, iron etc. The compatible gemstone is blue sapphire.

Rahu: This shadow planet is regarded as smoky or black in color. The compatible items for treatment are camphor, bayberry, eucalyptus, sandalwood, lotus etc. Gomedh is the recommended gemstone for Rahu-related issues.

Ketu: This shadow planet is generally considered brown in color. Brown color is not the original color of the spectrum. The compatible items for treating Ketu-related problems are wild ginger, bhringaraj, passion flower etc. The recommended gemstone is cat's eye.