Some say it is the cardinal directions, while some others speak of the ne-se-sw-nw divisions. The color directions I have heard are white (north), green (south), blue (west), red (east). I think these sometimes varied for different ceremonies.
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These colors represent water and air, which help flow energy and keep the mind calm. East: Yellow, green, or pink. Colors associated with the east bring happiness, prosperity, and good health. South: Red, orange, or brown.