What Is the Favourite Colour of Lord Shiva? Spiritual Meaning & Significance | Sagar Florist
Lord Shiva, the supreme ascetic and the destroyer of evil in Hinduism, is a divine figure of immense symbolism. Every aspect of his appearance and worship has deep spiritual meaning—including the colours associated with him. But what is Lord Shiva’s favourite colour? Why do devotees wear specific colours during Sawan or Mahashivratri?
Let’s explore the sacred connection between Lord Shiva and colours—and how choosing the right ones during pooja can bring blessings and spiritual peace.
🎨 What is the Favourite Colour of Lord Shiva?
White is considered the favourite and most auspicious colour of Lord Shiva.
Why?
- White stands for purity, peace, simplicity, and truth—qualities that Lord Shiva embodies.
- He is also known as Ashutosh (one who is easily pleased), and simple offerings like white flowers, milk, and white clothes are considered highly sacred.
🌼 Other Colours Associated with Lord Shiva
| Colour | Spiritual Meaning | How It’s Used in Worship |
|---|---|---|
| White | Purity & Peace | White clothes, flowers, milk abhishek |
| Blue | Cosmic energy & poison-holding (Neelkanth) | Represents the color of his throat after Samudra Manthan |
| Red | Power, sacrifice | Red hibiscus offered sometimes with devotion |
| Green (Belpatra) | Growth, healing | Belpatra (leaves) are a sacred offering to Lord Shiva |
🕉️ Why Devotees Wear White While Worshipping Shiva
During festivals like Sawan Somvar and Mahashivratri, devotees prefer to wear white clothes to symbolize purity of mind and body. It is believed that wearing white while doing Shiva Pooja:
- Brings mental peace and emotional balance
- Helps connect better with the divine during meditation and mantra chanting
- Enhances the spiritual energy in the pooja space
🌸 Flowers of White Colour – A Pure Offering to Mahadev
At Sagar Florist, we offer a wide range of fresh white pooja flowers that are ideal for Shiva worship:
- White Lotus
- White Chrysanthemum
- White Jasmine (Mogra)
- Datura
- Belpatra Garlands
These flowers are available in daily pooja kits and Sawan special subscriptions for homes and temples in Delhi & Gurugram.
🙏 What to Offer in White for Lord Shiva
- Milk – for Abhishek
- Gangajal – sacred river water
- White Flowers – symbol of divine love
- White Cloth – pure attire for pooja or Shivling wrapping
- Chandan (Sandalwood paste) – cooling and calming energy
🌿 Conclusion
Though Lord Shiva accepts even the simplest offerings made with love, choosing the right colours can deepen your connection with his divine energy. White—his most beloved colour—reflects the peace and purity of the one who lives on Mount Kailash and meditates for the welfare of all.
Let your devotion be as pure as the colour white.
✨ Worship Tip from Sagar Florist:
Use fresh white flowers and Gangajal in your daily pooja. You can now order authentic pooja flower packs with belpatra, lotus, and more directly from Sagar Florist for home delivery in Delhi NCR.
Om Namah Shivaya 🙏
“Simplicity pleases Shiva more than luxury. Let your heart be white and your devotion deep.”
