The Color Bible: The Definitive Guide for Artists and Designers

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Exodus 35 requests the Israelites to donate gold, silver and bronze, and blue, purple and scarlet yarnand fine linen for the construction of the Tabernacle. The actual building of the tabernacle commences in chapter 36. The Lord chose Bezalel son of Uri the task of constructing the gold, silver and bronze elements, and Oholiab son of Ahisamak the ability to teach others to work with the yarn and linen. The chapter goes on to record the production of the curtains mentioned earlier in the book. Exodus 28:33 - And beneath upon the hem of it thou shalt make pomegranates of blue, and of purple, and of scarlet, round about the hem thereof; and bells of gold between them round about. It is a reminder that we are made from dust, and it signifies the humble nature of our existence before God.

Here are 11 colors that are repeatedly found in Scripture, along with the meanings that are commonly associated with them. In the book of Revelation, the glorified Christ is described as wearing a robe that is both red and purple, signifying his sovereignty and divine power.For example, in Western culture, white often symbolizes purity, while in some Eastern cultures, it represents mourning. The colors of God in the Bible are not explicitly mentioned, as God is a spiritual being beyond physical attributes such as color. In the Old Testament, the color blue was used in the construction of the tabernacle and the priestly garments, symbolizing holiness and the connection between God and His people. Similarly, the mercy seat and two cherubim were also made of pure gold (Exodus 25:10-21). Ark of the Covenant Gold Representing Idols and False Gods

Gold is well-known as a precious metal, high-valuable and sought-after. There’s an obvious connection to God’s love, which is also highly precious, valuable, and sought-after (John 3:16). Jesus Christ is precious, as are His promises (1 Peter 2:7). Gold in the Tabernacle Blue is also the color of the sky – a constant reminder of the heavenly realm, and it also is found to mean purple (Ezekiel 23:6). In the Old Testament, the color yellow or gold is often used to describe the beauty and holiness of God's dwelling place, such as the golden lampstand in the tabernacle and the golden throne of King Solomon. To finish this article, I have found a list of phrases that involve the colour blue. Some you may already know, some you may not, and others may make you laugh. Enjoy. Anyone proficient in the arts or psychology will confirm that colors hold special meaning. Whether in literature, art, film, music, interior design, or many other mediums, color can be used to evoke emotion, convey meaning, or provide a visual cue to a particular concept. Most colors remain consistent in their assigned meanings, but Scripture also assigns specific meanings to colors that only apply when considered with God in view.In the New Testament, blue is linked to the person of Jesus Christ, who is the embodiment of God's love and grace. It reminds us of the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross, shedding his blood for the forgiveness of our sins. Exodus 28:5-6 - And they shall take gold, and blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine linen. And they shall make the ephod of gold, of blue, and of purple, of scarlet, and fine twined linen, with cunning work.

The color blue carries some connection to the heavens, or to God Himself. Since the sky was held to be the gateway to heaven, or known as the “first heaven,” it represents God’s truth and His grace. Blue is the color of the sky, and lighter shades of blue are often used in depicting key biblical figures like Mary, the mother of Jesus. In the book of Revelation, the redeemed are described as wearing white robes, signifying their purity and victory in Christ. Besides heaven, the color blue indicates the Holy Spirit and truth. As for the lighter shades of blue, these were often used to represent the Virgin Mary. Red in the Bible Green symbolizes immortality, eternal life, new growth, renewal, and resurrection since it’s the color of vegetation. As Psalms 1:3 puts it, “the leaf shall not wither.” The color white is without stain, similar to repentance. Through the righteousness of Christ, we can be washed clean through God.

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The book of Jeremiah mentions the colour once. On this occasion, the blue does not reference God as it may have done in the curtains of the tabernacle. Instead, in chapter ten, God warns the Israelites of the dangers of false gods and idols. He reports that skilled workers hammer gold and silver, then “What the craftsman and goldsmith have made is then dressed in blueand purple”. (Jeremiah 10:9) God goes on to tell them that he is the true God and any other god or idol will perish. I will not bore you by listing every verse; instead, I will supply a brief overview. Exodus 26 contains God’s instructions for the construction of the tabernacle. In the very first verse, He requests ten linen curtains made from blue, purple and scarlet yarn, which have loops of blue material along the bottom (verse 4). Another curtain containing blue yarn is instructed in verse 31 and one more for the entrance to the tent in verse 36. Exodus 27 continues God’s instructions for the tabernacle. The entrance to the courtyard of the tabernacle required “a curtaintwenty cubitslong, of blue, purple and scarlet yarn and finely twisted linen.” (verse 16)