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Crystals, gems and minerals are solidified reflections
of those properties, which are already within us. In Gem therapy they are seen
as aspect of ourselves; as tools, as guides, as gifts from nature, to be
enjoyed. Gems and precious metals are used to balance planetary influences are
to act directly on life force. Having the capacity to both attract and dispel
positive or negative energies. |
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Their healing properties are applied by wearing them in jewellery or having them in
some way close to the body; placing them in water overnight and drinking the
water the next day; drinking water from vessels made of specific metals such as
gold, silver, or copper, or taking gem tinctures in water. Precious stones and
metals are also oxidized and purified in medicines in India. Called “bhasma”, these
substances go deep into the body and can help in the healing of deep – seated
illness or in rejuvenation. |
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If gems are to be used for
healing, they should be purified by immersing them in slat water for at least
two days. Water from sacred places is also sometimes used, such as water from
the Ganga. Their power can also be
enhanced by chanting sacred syllables and mantras over them. Gems are most effective when they weigh more
than two carats and are worn in contact with the skin. If a precious stone of
two carats or more is not available, it is better use a semi – precious stone
that is larger. To allow direct contact with the skin all rings and pendants
should have an open backed setting and the preferred metal is gold. |
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Individual stones are said to
have properties that influence the “doshas” in individuals and increase the
well – being of the wearer. Some of the commonly worn stones include the Topaz,
which is said to decrease Vata and helps to relieve fear. A yellow sapphire is
worn to enhance energy and vitality and is generally considered good for
health. An Amethyst while decreasing Vata and Pitta is supposed to balance the
emotions and an Opal is considered to have positive influence on the wearer, promoting
friendship, compassion, creativity and understanding, Precious stones like
Diamond, Sapphires Rubies and semi precious stones like Lapis Lazuli, Coral,
Beryl and Moonstone – have their own
attributes and are recommended to correct various imbalances in the body.
India has a wealth of gem stones. Shops in all major cities have
precious and semi – precious stone. |
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