Russian Liturgical Colours
According to the Russian Orthodox Church's Nastol'naya Kniga Sviashchenno-sluzhitelia, up to eight different liturgical colours may be used throughout the year. Exact usage of these colours varies, but the following are the most common uses.
| Colour | Common Usage | Uncommon/Other Usage |
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| Gold |
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| Light Blue |
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| Purple or Dark Red |
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| Red |
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| Green |
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| Black |
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| White |
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| Orange or Rust |
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