The Color Red — Meanings, Uses, And More

Un-Traditional Mother
The Pagan Publication
3 min readJan 29, 2024

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The color red is symbolic of many things, ranging from passion to danger and a lot of things in between. Depending on whether you’re looking for metaphysical properties, magickal uses, or the symbolism of the color red will likely depend greatly on the context. Red asks us to take action, whether it comes as a warning or you use it for the metaphysical properties it holds is up to you.

Red requests that we enjoy life and be cautious at the same time. If you are seeing red, or red is popping up as a symbolic color for you, more than likely it is warning you of danger, or preparing you for a battle of sorts. Not always mean a fight against a person, but sometimes symbolizes waging war with parts of ourselves or feelings or energy around us.

The Metaphysical Associations for the Color Red

Here are some of the commonly known metaphysical properties of the color red. Keeping in mind, much like stated above the symbolism and the metaphysical properties of the color red can be used in many various situations.

Positive Associations For Red

  • Passion
  • Love
  • Self Motivation
  • Pleasure
  • Energy
  • Zest for life

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Un-Traditional Mother
The Pagan Publication

As a Mother, a Writer, a Pagan, a Wife, a Lover of Nature, and so much more, my heart started telling me I need to share my story. so here I am!