But Devala Rees, How did Krishna become blue as he was originally black?

 

Krishna was originally described as Shyam or Ghanshyam, which translates to dark, dusky, or blackish in Sanskrit. However, his modern depictions as blue-skinned evolved over time due to artistic, symbolic, and theological influences. Here are some key reasons why Krishna is often depicted as blue instead of black:

1. Metaphysical and Symbolic Representation

  • In Hindu theology, blue is associated with infinity, divinity, and the cosmos—qualities attributed to Krishna.
  • The sky and ocean are blue, signifying vastness and depth, paralleling Krishna’s limitless nature.
  • Blue represents transcendence beyond the physical realm, highlighting his divine, otherworldly essence.

2. Artistic and Aesthetic Evolution

  • Many ancient depictions, including early sculptures and paintings, showed Krishna with dark or black skin.
  • Later artistic traditions, especially from the Bhakti movement and Mughal-influenced art, started using blue to differentiate divine figures from ordinary mortals.
  • The Rajput and Pahari paintings from the medieval period emphasized Krishna's blue hue for visual impact.

3. Influence of Vedantic and Bhakti Traditions

  • The Bhakti poets and saints described Krishna’s skin as "Neelamani" (dark blue sapphire-like) instead of plain black.
  • Descriptions in texts like the Vishnu Purana and Bhagavata Purana use poetic metaphors like "cloud-colored" or "blue-hued like the ocean", reinforcing the idea of an ethereal glow rather than a mundane blackness.

4. Cultural and Psychological Aspects

  • In Hindu art, blue is often used to signify divine beings like Vishnu, Rama, and Shiva.
  • The psychological perception of blue is calm, soothing, and divine, making it a preferred representation for Krishna’s persona.

5. European and Global Artistic Influence

  • Early European translators and artists, unfamiliar with Sanskrit poetic metaphors, might have influenced the shift toward a more universally appealing blue shade.
  • In popular Indian films, television, and modern media, Krishna’s blue skin became the standard representation.

Conclusion

Krishna’s original black or dark complexion (Shyam) gradually transformed into blue due to a mix of symbolism, artistic tradition, theological interpretation, and cultural influence. While his historical and textual descriptions still affirm his dark complexion, the blue color today serves as a universal marker of divinity rather than a literal skin tone.





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