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How the Color White Affects Us Physically: • Aids mental clarity • Encourages us to clear clutter or obstacles • Evokes Purification of thoughts or actions • Enables fresh beginnings The Meaning of the Color White Around the World: • White is the traditional color worn by brides in the western world, as well as in Japan. • White is a color of mourning in China and parts of Africa. • Rather than black, white was the color of deepest mourning among medieval European queens. • The Japanese have six distinct terms to define whiteness. • The ancient Greeks wore white to bed to ensure pleasant dreams. Religious and Mythological Associations with White: • In Christianity, a white lily represents the Madonna. • On Yom Kippur the Grand Rabbi dresses in white to restore an amicable relationship between God and his people. • In the Bible, white represents the color of light and is an emblem of the divine. Interesting Facts about the Color White: • According to Pantone Inc., white is the best selling color for the classic American t-shirt. • More shades of white are available commercially than any other color. • The appearance of white in a dream is thought to represent happiness at home. • Originally, scientists wore beige coats. In the late 19th century, medical professionals chose white instead. The color white was chosen because of the idea of hope and expectations for healing and recovery that the physicians would bring. Read more at: www.sensationalcolor.com and see your FUN Department for more activities information!