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Many different cultures have utilized the power of crystals for as long as humans have inhabited the earth. The oldest legend leads us all the way back to Atlantis where this civilization used crystals as beacons of light that would communicate telepathically to their universal forefathers. It is said that the reason this evolved civilization was destroyed was the misuse of the awesome power crystals hold for egocentric purposes. Survivors of Atlantis continued to perpetuate the knowledge of crystals in Egypt, South America, and Tibet. They built pyramids using the crystalline theories. The perfect geometric shape duplicates the laws of crystal physics and channels high frequency universal energy onto the planet. It is believed that the Great Pyramid in Egypt was originally capped with a giant crystal to assist in the grounding of this cosmic force.
It is written in Exodus in the Bible that a breastplate made of 12 precious jewels, combined specifically together in four rows, worn over the heart would endow Aaron with the power of God. It is not known what 12 stones were used in the construction, however, it is recorded as having incredible spiritual powers.
Kings in ancient India were advised to collect the very best gems to protect themselves from harm. As early as 400 B.C., astrologists made elaborate observations on the origins and power of stones. In fact, they advised people struck with misfortunes to wear different crystals to counteract the negative effects of the planets.
Gems and crystals have long been associated with royalty. They were laid in swords, embedded in thrones, and worn in crowns. When the tomb of King Tut of Egypt was opened, the amount of gems and crystals was astonishing.
Mayan and American Indians have used crystals for the diagnosis as well as the treatment of disease. Mexican Indians believed that if you lived a good life, your soul went into a crystal when you died. If someone was fortunate enough to find that crystal, it would speak directly to their heart, heal, guide, and make their dreams come true.
The power and potential of crystals cannot be overstated. They can be used in meditation to develop the intuition and learn from the higher senses. I must issue a warning that true intentions or humanitarianly pure intentions must be used when working with crystals or some believe the power can be turned against the user. The following is a list of a few of my favorite crystals to work with. From time to time I will add or update this page as I have has time to experiment with certain crystals in my healing practice, so you should check back periodically.
List of some major crystals used for healings:
Stone |
Metaphysical & Healing Properties |
Chakra |
Amethyst
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Physical representative of the Violet Ray. Cuts through illusion. Enhances psychic abilities. Excellent for meditation. Aids channeling abilities. Sedative, protective. Enhances feeling of contentment, and a connection to one's spirituality. Stone of peace and strength. |
7th - Crown chakra |
Rose Quartz
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Rose Quartz is the love stone! Positive love energy. Compassion and forgiveness, harmony. Calming, helps clear stored anger, resentment, jealousy, fears. Eases sexual/emotional imbalances. Enhances self-confidence and creativity. Aids kidneys and circulatory system, promotes release of impurities. |
Balances 4th - 7th chakras
Loving energy to Heart Chakra |
Clear Quartz
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Clear quartz crystal is the universal stone. Everyone should have one! It is a pure and powerful energy source. It receives, activates, stores, transmits, and amplifies energy. Stimulates brain functions and activates all levels of consciousness. Excellent for meditation. Brings harmony to the soul. |
Opens all chakras
Activates Crown Chakra
Balances & heals emotional wounds at Heart Chakra |
Citrine
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Citrine is one of the only stones which dissipates negative energy, and never requires cleansing or clearing. Emits a warm energy, promotes optimism. Attracts abundance, and is known as a "merchants' stone," to be placed in cash register or where one conducts business, to not only acquire positive wealth but to maintain it as well. Enhances body's healing energy. Good for mental focus, endurance, and self-esteem. |
3rd - Solar Plexus |
Sodalite
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Logic, intellect, efficiency. Truth of emotions. Also good for fellowship, sense of commonality in groups. |
5th Chakra - Throat |
Red Tigereye
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Grounding, balancing, earthy. Promotes optimism, psychic ability and intuition. |
3rd - Solar Plexus
6th - Third Eye |
Gold Tigereye
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Grounding, balancing, earthy. Promotes optimism, psychic ability and intuition. |
3rd - Solar Plexus
6th - Third Eye |
Blue Tigereye
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Grounding, balancing, earthy. Promotes optimism, psychic ability and intuition. |
3rd - Solar Plexus
6th - Third Eye |
Green Aventurine
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Creativity, motivation, leadership. Balances male-female energies. |
4th Chakra - Heart |
Hematite
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Enhances mental activity. Balances yin/yang energies and emotions. Dissolves negativity. Grounding. |
1st Chakra - Root |
CHRYSOPRASE
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Grace, compassion, acceptance. Helps to balance energies. Increases fertility. |
4th Chakra - Heart |
Botswana Agate
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Creativity, progress, perception. Eternal love. Helps remove toxins from the body, and is good in treatment of depression and stress. |
7th Chakra - Crown
4th chakra - Heart |
Carnelian
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Perception, precision. Increases physical energy. Protection against the emotions of fear and anger. |
1st through 4th Chakras |
Snowflake Obsidian
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Stone of purity and balance. Sensivity, actualization, discernment. |
1st Chakra - Root |
Petrified Wood
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Strength, grounding, transformation. Aids in accessing past lives. |
1st Chakra - Root
3rd Chakra - Solar Plexus
In Reiki, it is excellent for use on the back, skeletal structure. |
Iron Pyrite
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Stone of protection. Wards off negative energy and physical danger. Stimulates intellect, enhances memory. |
3rd Chakra - Solar Plexus, represents physical perfection |
Turitella Fossil
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Helps to soften a strong ego. Provides protection - feeling of safety. Good stone to use when focusing on planetary healing. |
1st Chakra - Root |
White Howlite
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Stone of memory, knowledge, and progress. Encourages reasoning, observation, discrenment, patience, and tact. Can eliminate pain, stress, and anger. |
7th Chakra - Crown |
Smoky Quartz
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Dissipates negativity. Balances energies of mind and body. Good for meditation. Protective and grounding stone. Enhances dream awareness and channeling abilities. Aids depression, is mildly sedative and relaxing. |
1st Chakra - root |
Unakite
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Emotional balance, spirituality. Facilitates re-birthing process. Good for healthy reproductive system and pegnancy. |
4th Chakra - Heart |
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