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Do Gem Stones Really Have Meaning?

A lot of people are skeptical about the healing powers and mystical powers of gem stones and crystals. How can an inanimate object possibly have power? How can gem stones possibly have meaning? Well, there is no definite proof that gem stones have power and meaning. There is, however, a massive corpius of anecdotal evidence that indicates that gems have a powerful positive influence on peoples` lives.

I am none to argue with the countless people throughout history who have been convinced of gem stones` power, but let`s imagine for a minute that gem stones have no physical power. Does that mean that gem stones have no meaning? Not at all! Gem stones have power to focus your thoughts and energy on what is really important to you in life. I once purchased a new tiger eye tumble stone for its power to strengthen conviction and confidence, and promote financial and professional success. Simply possessing that small tumble stone made me focus my mental energy on the self-improvement goals I had set for myself, to build confidence and use that confidence to build financial power. That mental energy translated into action, and I successfully improved my confidence and financial situation. The gem stone you choose, and its meaning, are symbols of and reminders of your commitment to improve your life.

Other great information about the meanings of gem stones

Quartz crystal
is a clear variety of quartz that was first found high in the frozen mountains of the Alps. Ancient people believed it was a form of ice crystals that would never melt. It is said to have cooling powers and is a romantic stone.

Tabular Quartz Crystals
have a flat shape, because they have two sides that are much wider than the other four sides. Tabular-shaped, or “Tabby” Quartz is said to be excellent for transmitting energy and thought, and is thought to contain much information relating to our Planet Earth. Many Tabular Quartz Crystals have notches on them that when rubbed, can help to release the stored information to the user. This is best done during meditation or otherwise quiet time.

Tabular Crystals
are believed to be activators for other crystals. Meditating with these higher vibrational stones can facilitate attunement with the Earth’s energies and communication with higher realms. Tabby Quartz is a helpful ally during times of confusion and misinterpretation. The free-flow of energy within this crystal can help to clear away energetic blockages along with any misunderstandings of the user, making it a great aid in commutation with others as well as the inner-self. Tabular Quartz Crystals are great for gridding and energy healing.

Phantoms Quartz
While the color of Phantoms vary from crystal to crystal, depending upon the type of mineral of which they are made, Phantoms look like the “ghost” of a crystal contained within another crystal. Phantoms are formed when the growth of a crystal has been interrupted and then begins to grow again. Often, the original mineral gets washed away, leaving only the Quartz to grow afterward's.

Phantoms are symbolic of universal awareness and the many phases of the cycle of life. Phantoms are believed to bring great healing to the Earth by helping to assimilate the past.

You can use Phantoms to facilitate inner growth, and when in need of help in understanding and resolving past issues in your life. Meditating with Phantoms can help one uncover hidden information and repressed memories and bring them to the surface for final resolution and release. This type of self-work can often precipitate great transformation in one’s life.

Clear Quartz Phantoms
are excellent for balancing and aligning all the Chakras to the Crown Chakra. Those who are interested in spiritual growth and connection with the higher realms may find Clear Quartz Phantoms particularly helpful since the White Phantoms inside work with the Crown Chakra to integrate the experiences of the higher self into the other Chakras.

While all Phantoms are facilitators for growth, Green Chlorite Phantom Crystals specifically work on self-healing and regeneration, and facilitate detoxification. They help to ground excessive emotions into the Earth, thereby helping the user in achieving a state of balance.

Green Chlorite Phantoms are great for helping one recognize the Earth as a living being, and connecting to Her on a soul-level. Many energy workers use Green Chlorite Phantom Crystals when doing global healing, as well as personal and individual healing. Green Chlorite helps to cleanse the aura and align the chakras, and this characteristic is amplified by the Quartz which houses it.

Amethyst Phantoms
are specific to spiritual growth, especially when experiencing a “plateau“. Amethyst Phantoms can inspire one to release the past by putting it into perspective and inspiring personal growth, with lessons learned.

Amethyst Phantoms can be instrumental for those working on past-life issues, and can be great for those who are experiencing blocks that inhibit their intuition. Sometimes these intuitive blocks can be a result of past negative experiences involving psychic abilities, either during childhood or in a previous life. Using an Amethyst Phantom can trigger the release of such blockages while still retaining the knowledge of how and why it occurred.

Rutilated Quartz
It is fun to gaze into Rutilated Quartz – clear quartz riddled with needle like pieces of golden Rutile, a material made of titanium dioxide. Rutilated Quartz can clear energy blockages from all of the chakras, and attune one to their Divine Purpose. Rutilated Quartz puts off an exceptionally high level of energy, and is said to bring physical and mental balance and stability. Rutilated Quartz also enhances self-reliance and helps with decision-making. Use Rutilated Quartz as a link between the Root and Crown Chakras, or to get to the “root” of a problem.

Visualization is very important when programming this stone for any purpose. Specifically, this golden color of Rutilated Quartz works very well with manifestation programs. It is said that one must imagine themselves within the Crystal to program it, vividly imagining the energies of the program moving along the individual Rutile Crystals within the Quartz. Once this is accomplished, this Crystal will powerfully amplify the program, and continue to send it out into the universe. One can also use Rutilated Quartz for helping to discern the positive or negative vibes or motives of a person, place, or thing.

Rutilated Quartz
is an uplifting stone, infusing joy into one's life and surrounding environment. Rutilated Quartz is often used during meditation, for connecting to the Divine. Working with Rutilated Quartz can help one to connect to higher realms and spirit guides, due to the inclusions of Rutile in the Quartz, which acts as a kind of psychic antenna. Rutilated Quartz is also said to help bring one into an expanded state of consciousness. People who are trying to enhance their psychic abilities are aided by Rutilated Quartz, as are those desiring greater concentration and clarity.
Physically, Rutilated Quartz can be used to speed healing of injuries. Amputees can use Rutilated Quartz to help ease the phenomena known as phantom pain.

Clear Quartz

Extremely popular metaphysically, Clear Quartz is known as the “Master Healer”, with its very high vibration, and is the most versatile healing stone among all crystals. Quartz is said to be the most powerful healing stone of the mineral kingdom, able to work on any condition. Clear Quartz is known as the stone of power and amplifies any energy or intention. Clear Quartz is said to protect against negativity, attune to your higher self, and relieve pain.

In natural form, Clear Quartz Points radiate their energies outward, into the surrounding environment. Clear Quartz can be programmed with intention and kept in a central place to emit its helpful energies. Quartz Points naturally form in a 6-sided (hexagon) shape. The Sacred Geometry of a 6-sided Clear Quartz Point contributes to its ability to magnify energetic vibrations. Quartz Points are wonderful crystals to use with any type of meditation or energy work, including Reiki, table work, and Energy Grids.

Clear Quartz has been shown to enhance and strengthen the aura. As gifts from our Mother Earth, Clear Quartz comes to us with information for the higher self to assimilate in the process of one's spiritual growth. Clear Quartz is often used to cleanse, open, activate, and align all of the chakras. Since Clear Quartz absorbs energies very easily, it is important to clear these stones on a regular basis.

Double Terminated Quartz is said to be the most powerful healing stone of the mineral kingdom, able to work on any condition. Quartz Points naturally form in a 6-sided (hexagon) shape. The Sacred Geometry of a 6-sided Quartz Point contributes to its ability to magnify energetic vibrations. Quartz Points are wonderful crystals to use with any type of meditation or energy work, including Reiki, table work and Energy Grids.

Double Terminated Quartz Points can absorb, amplify and emit energy from both ends at the same time, making them a great stone for cleansing and balancing the Chakras. Use Double Terminated Quartz as a bridge between any two things - two energy points, two chakras, two people, two places, - or between Spirit and Matter. By simultaneously absorbing and emitting energy in both directions, Double Terminated Quartz Points can help you to be a part of the “flow” of life, avoiding stagnation. Double Terminated Quartz Points can be used to amplify energy and intention, and are believed to protect against radiation. Use Double Terminated Quartz Crystals with the Third Eye to increase telepathic abilities. Many people like to use Double Terminated Quartz during meditation for enhancing psychic abilities, visualization, or lucid dreaming.

Faden Quartz is Tabular Quartz Crystal that has a thread-like line running through it, perpendicular to the line of growth.

Faden Quartz is said to be easily programmed and should be thoroughly cleansed of all previous programs when first received.

If one is feeling weak or ill, Faden Quartz is said to fill holes in the aura and the etheric body. Faden Quartz is a strong healing crystal, helping wherever there are disconnections involved, such as in cases of broken bones, torn ligaments, or any time there is a severing of parts. Energetically, Faden Quartz will make the connections, allowing for healing to commence.

These great Faden healers can work the same way for relationships, if it is for the greater good. If the split is meant to be however, meditating with a Faden crystal will help mend the mind and heart, enabling understanding and healthy resignation.

Amazonite's soothing effect also makes it an ideal stone for meditation, as it reduces external distractions and allows the holder to focus on the internal. Similarly, it inspires creativity and artistic flow, since emotional stress and anxiety can inhibit creative output. And naturally, it reduces fears and increases courage, since most fears are irrational emotional reactions caused by stress and anxiety.Stress and anxiety are the forces that prevent us from living up to our potential, that inhibit us from being "in the zone" or focussed. By relieving that emotional stress and physical anxiety, aquamarine gem stones have the potential to greatly improve our quality of life, both personal and professional.

Apatite is a stone used by many psychics because it helps to open the "third eye" and facilitate revelations. Apatite is also thought to make its holder examine his or her own beliefs and reevaluate them. This keeps the holder constantly moving towards truth.

It is a stone that reduces appetite and is commonly used by those trying to diet. It is also beneficial for those suffering from lethargy, as it increases motivation and energy.It is also useful for mental and emotional healing as it encourages the holder to be open and socially relaxed with others. The burden of negativity and stress relieved by this one simple change also heals a host of physical problems caused by that stress.

Apatite is also thought to make its holder examine his or her own beliefs and reevaluate them. This keeps the holder constantly moving towards truth.

Amethyst is an enchanting purple gem stone that has been adored by royalty throughout history, all the way back to 3000 B.C. in Egypt. Yet despite its royal pedigree, it's surpringly inexpensive.

Amethyst is thought to stimulate right-brain activity and psychic intuition. It also has healing properties, removing impurities from the bloodstream, strengthening immunity and relieving headaches. The ancient Greeks believed that amethyst prevented drunkenness. The name amethyst comes from the Greek word amethystos, meaning "not drunken", or "sober". Drinking wine from an amethyst recepticle was thought to allow you to drink alcohol without fear of intoxication. I could have used an amethyst glass on my last birthday!

In Greek folklore, the god of wine, Bacchus, was angry at mortal human beings and decided to send his tigers to attack the next mortal to pass by. A young woman named Amethyst crossed his path, but before Bacchus's Tigers could attack, Goddess Diana intervened, turning Amethyst into a mound of purple quartz in order to protect her. Bacchus later felt ashamed of his aggression, and cried tears of wine over Amethyst, turning her quartz body into the purple stone it is today.

While I don't believe that story literally, I do believe that amethyst purifies the bloodstream, a factor in preventing drunkenness. It also increases your intution, perhaps bringing your mind of its drunken stupor and allowing you to discern what's happening around you.

I know you all take good care of your temples, but in the event that you do consume alcohol, consider wearing a piece of amethyst to preserve your mental edge. But don't rely on it to drive!

aquamarine is a lovely blue-green or tourquoise colored gem stone that is commonly used in jewelry. Its name comes from the Latin words for sea and water, due to its color which is reminiscent of the ocean. Aquamarine gem stones have a long history, with them said to first be found in the treasure chests of mermaids, according to ancient legend. Even today, aquamarines are considered the lucky gemstones of sailors at sea, that will protect them from the hazards of life on the ocean. It is also said to protect against unseen forces such as malevolent spirits, the evil eye, and the spread of gossip in your absence.

Like the gem stone amethyst, aquamarine is thought to be a purifying stone that improves circulation and mental awareness. And similar to amazonite it has a soothing effect on the brain and nervous system, relieving emotional stress. The removal of this stress improves personal relationships and physical health in turn.

Bloodstone is a fascinating gemstone found primarily in India, Brazil, China, Australia, and the US. Its name comes from the red streaks of color found amongst the dark green body of the stone (though Bloodstone is also known as Heliptrope). In Christian folklore, Bloodstone is said to have been created when the blood of Christ ran from his body onto the stones below as he hung on the cross.

Bloodstone is known to increase the body's circulation of energy, balancing the base, navel, sacral, and heart chakras. It promotes healing and the strengthening of the immune system.

Bloodstone also promotes courage in the face of change, showing the owner the benefits of the "pain period", the period of intense effort and reorganization which is often necessary to improve ourselves and correct our behaviors.

If you need defense against infection, or are doubting the utility of your efforts, Bloodstone may be a special addition to your collection.

Emerald is a form of green Beryl. Emerald, being the strongest example of the green ray, is associated with the Heart Chakra and with blissful love. Use Emerald to bring love, loyalty, unity and wisdom to your life. In groups of two or more people, Emerald can encourage bonding, and strengthen communication and understanding, helping each person to adequately express themselves without offending others. Emerald is believed to enhance memory and mental clarity. Meditating with Emerald can help one to connect to Divine Love, open the heart to accept all things in life as gifts, and acquire the ability to discern when others are speaking the truth or not.

Emerald can help to open one up to psychic abilities, and enhance one's ability to notice and manage synchronicities. Emerald is often used to attract prosperity to the owner, strengthening the courage to follow your heart’s wisdom to its logical outcome, and allowing for the amplification of hope and encouragement. Emerald can help you clarify and strengthen your intention for a positive outcome. Emerald can help maintain faith in the knowledge of Divine perfection. Emerald reminds one that the Universe will always provide.

Emerald's focus on the Heart Chakra makes this a great healing crystal. Sending energy to the organs of this area, Emerald assists in recovery from illness, and provides support during chronic conditions. Specifically, Emerald has a detoxifying action on the liver, and can send higher healing vibrations to the lungs, heart, and spine.

Jade Stone
has been used throughout history to draw love to the wearer. The holder can gain mutual love from the object of his/her affection.

The gem stone Jade is also an aid in the visualization of prosperity. It increases
your focus and reasoning as your subconscious mind reveals to you the
right path to achieve your desired riches.Jade has also been said to proector its holder against accidents and misfortune. Many amulets of protection contain jade, for example many varieties of the Middle Eastern/North African "Hamsa" amulet which protects against the evil eye.

The soothing green color of jade is said to calm the mind, emotions, and spirit, relieving the underlying causes of many physical ailments. In this way, it is indirectly responsible for physical healing.
Jade is one of the most basic gem stones which a well-rounded variety of uses and benefits. Everybody needs at least one piece of jade in their collection!

Moonstone is also believed to aid in matters of love and fertility. It is used to aid fertility and child birth, and to regulate the menstrual cycle. Its power is strongest during a full moon. In some cultures it is believed to bring new love into your life, or to reunite lovers after a quarrel. Perhaps Moonstone's ability to balance the emotional and the rational is the source of this power.

If you feel that you are too withdrawn and it is harming your relationships, maybe moonstone would be a great gem stone for you.
Moonstone is a gem found mainly in Sri Lanka, Myanmar, India, and Madagascar. It is known to calm your emotions without you having to repress them. Useful for people who keep things bottled up inside to protect themselves, it helps us be in touch with emotions that we are sometimes scared to acknowledge. Said to enhance our feminine side, Moonstone brings us in touch with our intuition, gentleness, and compassion. That does not mean that Moonstone is only useful for women. All men have feminine aspects to them, yet some men are afraid to reveal this, thinking that it will diminish their masculine identity. Moonstone helps them to embrace and control their feminine aspects.

opal is a unique gemstone that is not crystalline, but is rather made up of hardened silica gel. It's name is said to be taken from the Sanskrit word "upala" which means "precious stone". While approximately 10% of opal is mined in other countries such as Brazil and Mexico, it is primarily mined in Australia, and Australia gem opal stone jewelry is an expensive but popular luxury. Pure opal is colorless, but pure opal is virtually unheard of and impurities are what give opal its various colors, ranging from black to red to blue Opal, in particular black opal, has historically been though of as an incredibly lucky stone. It wards off the evil eye and protects those who travel to faraway lands, much as the Middle Eastern "Hamsa" amulet does. It also blocks bad dreams from your psyche, and works to focus your mental capacities and provide motivation and energy. Its psychological benefits also include increased confidence on a deep level, confidence that is independent of external factors and completely based on understanding your core being. It helps you to realize all the externally anchored beliefs and behaviours you have adopted, and to cast them off in favor of your core self. The different varieties of opal have different healing capabilities. Fire opal helps to manage blood disorders, depression, and lethargy. Black opal helps reduce the impact of reproductive disorders, such as erectile disfunction. White opal helps to manage neural disorders and imbalance. All forms of opal are useful during childbirth to reduce the severity of pain.

The opal gemstone is a well rounded stone that provides its keeper with good luck, deep understanding of his or her core self, and relief of various physical ailments. Particularly for men experiencing erectile disfunction, the opal is a helpful gemstone that relieves both the mental and physical causes of the problem.

peridot, a gem formed from volcanic activity. It is also found inside meteorites, and its overall composition is the same as
the Earth's mantle, showing this mineral as an ever-present and integral part of nature. Peridot is a mineral that is strongly connected with the forces of nature and it's vitalizing energy. Indeed, since the Earth largely consists of peridot (in the form of Olivine), holding peridot can help you connect with the vibrations of the Earth. The holder of peridot can connect with the forces of nature more easily.
Peridot is one of the most beneficial stones for increasing self-confidence. Since it provides the holder with increased connection to nature, your understanding of being a part of the oneness of nature becomes clear, and confidence comes naturally when you deeply understand that you are part of the same oneness as ever great person who has ever lived, and every great thing that exists in this world.
Because of the yellow-greenish color of this gem stone, it is associated with
the healing of the liver. Though to me this seems like an arbitrary association made that's not based in real
experience.
Those who wish to increase their awareness and connection with the greater oneness will find the birth peridot stone beneficial.

What is the metaphysical meaning of red malachite? Red malachite brings internal peace and harmony into its holder's life. Each moment of life is a celebration, a unique gift to be treasured, which red malachite helps us to understand. Malachite allows us to let go of past traumas and free our emotions from negative patterns. Red malachite is also useful in progressing a process of transformation, inspiring and invigorating its holder to take all steps necessary to make necessary changes in his or her life. It is an all around positive and uplifting gem stone.

Ruby gem stones have various properties, including healing benefits. Rubies are
useful for treating fevers, circulation problems, and heart conditions. They
stimulate blood flow which aids in all of those things, as well as in healing your
muscles after muscle tissue damage (so these are useful for people like me who need to recover after working out) The gem ruby stone is also said to guide its keeper in making wise decisions. It is therefore a traditional stone to be held by political and religious leaders. It is also a symbol of vitality, reflecting our desire for beloved leaders to remain strong and powerful. The ruby gem stone is also thought to help its keeper undergo personal transformations and self-improvements smoothly and naturally, eliminating subconscious success barriers (beliefs that you are not deserving of the success you desire).

Rubies are symbolic of general friendship and love when given as presents.

Tiger Eye is a beautiful stone whose name comes from its resemblance to the eye of a tiger. It is found primarily in South Africa.

Tiger Eye is useful in relieving high blood pressure, and helping bronchial asthma, rheumatic heart disease, otitis, and psoriasis. It also has benefits for the weak and sick.

Tiger Eye's primary mystical property is that it provides mental focus and confidence. It helps you face and overcome difficult challenges and stick to your plans, despite discouraging setbacks. For this reason it is sometimes marketed as a gem that brings professional and financial success. It is also believed to protect you during your travels, because the mental focus keeps you aware of the dangers of your new surroundings and take appropriate cautions. For the same reason, Roman soldiers used to wear Tiger Eye for protection during battle.

If you have the habit of giving up and backing down from your fears, and of being easily distracted from what's important, maybe Tiger Eye is the gem for you.

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