WHAT IS GARNET?
Garnet is a Silicate based crystal. It contains elements of either Calcium or Aluminum. If it contains Calcium, it will be green-based. On the other hand, if it contains Aluminum, it will be red-based.
The most popular varieties of Garnet are Almandine and Pyrope. These varieties are both dark red in color. However, Garnet comes in a wide array of colors. Among these colors are blue, grey, orange, pink, green, and purple.
CORRESPONDENCES
Energy: Projective
Birthstone: January
Chakras: Root Chakra and Heart Chakra
Element: Fire
Deities: Persephone and Ares
HISTORICAL USES
Garnet has historically been a popular gem for jewelry from as early as the 7th century. It was popular among the Celts, and later the Anglo-Saxons.
Garnet also has ties with both the Bible and the Koran. According to the biblical story, Noah used garnet to light his way during his travels. Since then, it is popular among travellers, as it is believed to bring luck. The Koran compares Heaven's light with the structure of a garnet. Islam believes garnet to contain a powerful internal energy.
There are stories dating back from Ancient Greece that mention Garnet. Garnet is regarded as the crystal counterpart of pomegranate. According to the myth, it was pomegranate that bound Persephone to the underworld. Its seed obligated her to stay forever in the underworld.
Garnet is so deeply intertwined with the myth of Persephone. This is why the crystal is associated with deep love, the kind of love that leads you to a different world.
Use your intuition when using any crystal. A stone will work if you believe it will work. If you've been told that a stone works for one thing, don't stress if you find out that the information you got was wrong. Always remember that your belief is what gives the stone its powers.
GARNET'S HEALING AND METAPHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Fatigue
Garnet restores the strength of people who suffer from chronic fatigue. It is also useful for people who are left weakened or debilitated. It is effective for people who are just getting out of a period of illness. It is also effective for people who suffered from stress or went through extenuating emotional circumstances. It restores both physical and emotional strength. Orange Garnet is particularly effective to treat lethargy.
Anaemia
Garnet helps its wearer identify if there is anything in their etheric system that deters energy from circulating through the physical body. It will help strengthen anaemic patients. This is so because it will help them work through the blockages that keep their iron levels low.
Later stages of terminal illnesses
Garnet may be worn by patients of terminal illnesses. It will help them feel in control of the progression of their illness. It will also keep them from being paralyzed by the fear of dying. It won't provide some magical cure for their illness. However, it will bring a lot of calm during their last days. They will feel they are in control of the last portion of their lives.
It helps victims of Black Magic
One of the effects of black magic is often weakness and fatigue. Once the negative spell has been removed and all necessary cleansing has been done, the victim can use Garnet to regain some of the strength they lost.
Emotional Healing
Garnet is a very valuable ally when achieving your heart's desires. This is so because it unleashes your inner strength and potential. It will also help you combat your fear of failure.
Garnet can also help you get rid of any state of melancholy. It can be used for bouts of depression with great results.
Creativity
Garnet is believed to harness creative energy. Hold it during meditation or keep it near when doing work that requires creativity. Garnet is a great stone to work on our sacral chakra - the root of creativity.
Love & Passion
Garnet has long been known as a stone of passion, love, and commitment. It helps to inspire love and devotion among and was historically given to friends who would move away to ensure that they would see each other again.
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