Amethyst is an incredibly beautiful stone, which is a variety of quartz. It has, as a rule, a bluish-pink or red-violet hue. It is not only used to make jewelry, it is also credited with magical properties. And now we will talk about them.
Ancient Greek legend
Translated from ancient Greek, the name of this stone means "not intoxicating". According to one famous myth, Dionysus, the god of fun and wine, fell in love with a beautiful nymph named Amethys. But the girl had feelings for a simple shepherd, and therefore rejected him. This offended Dionysus to the core, and he chased after the beauty.
The girl was exhausted, and in desperation she called to Artemis, the goddess of chastity, fertility and the patroness of all life on earth. As soon as Dionysus tried to touch the exhausted nymph, the goddess turned her into a beautiful lilac stone.
So the amethyst appeared. In memory of the rejected god of fun and wine, he was endowed with a unique ability - to protect from drunkenness the one who owns it.
The properties of the stone that were previously believed in
All peoples had their beliefs associated with amethyst. A variety of properties were attributed to the stone. Here are some interesting facts related to this that you should pay attention to:
- In ancient China, it was believed that this variety of quartz was actually the frozen saliva of a lilac dragon. It was greatly appreciated and small caskets and bottles were made from this stone.
- In ancient Rome, amethyst was used to make small jewelry, seals and gems - jewelry stones with images.
- The clergy chose this stone as a talisman. That is why amethyst was called episcopal. According to legends, this variety of quartz had occult properties, cleansed the soul from sin. That is why pectoral crosses, altars and icons were also often decorated with amethyst.
- The Pope, when consecrating a person to the dignity, gave him a ring with this stone.
- Another interesting property of the amethyst stone is the ability to change the human soul. Therefore, it was used in the decoration of objects of religious worship. Even books decorated with amethyst existed. One of the real examples is the Morozov Gospel kept in the Moscow Armory.
But perhaps the most famous property of the amethyst stone is its ability to give its owner power over other people. This explains its use also in royal regalia. It was he who decorated the crown of Irina Godunova, the wife of Tsar Fedor I Ioannovich.
Healing properties
It will not be superfluous to mention them. The healing properties of the amethyst stone, the photo of which is presented above, have long been determined by lithotherapists - specialists in the treatment with minerals.
If you believe the existing information, then this variety of quartz enhances the production of hormones, normalizes the work of the endocrine glands and the nervous system, and contributes to the saturation of the blood with oxygen. Also, products made from this stone are recommended to be worn by people suffering from diseases of the intestines, stomach, heart.
It is also believed that if you massage your face with amethyst, then its color will improve over time, and wrinkles and other defects will become much less noticeable.
People who want to cleanse the kidneys, liver and vascular system are advised to drink water in which this stone was placed overnight for infusion. You can wash your face with it - this way you can remove bruises and swelling.
Also, the stone treats headaches, migraines, insomnia. Putting it under your pillow or just next to you can ensure a sound sleep without nightmares.
And of course, it helps to cope with drunkenness (a reference to the aforementioned legend). Lithotherapists recommend direct contact with the skin, and it is better if the amethyst is set in silver.
Magical Properties
Amethyst has enough of them. This stone is considered the personification of such concepts as purity, devotion and spiritual purity. It strengthens sleep, drives away bad feelings, improves memory. And a person who is selfless and honest brings happiness and he alth, protects from blackmagic and the evil eye.
The magical properties of the amethyst stone are also associated with its color. Purple is the personification of the "third eye", therefore it is believed that the mineral gives the owner the possibility of omniscience. It also protects against insincerity.
Also, many believe that amethyst helps to reveal creative possibilities and talents.
Stone of loneliness or symbol of fidelity?
Interestingly, amethyst is often called the "widow's stone". This colloquial name was given to him because the rings decorated with it were previously worn by women who had lost their loved ones. But the context here is a little different.
The fact is that women put on these jewelry after the incident. Amethyst was a symbol of their loy alty to their departed loved ones. So they let others know about their grief and that they had no more desire for a love relationship.
Symbol of love
Talking about the meaning and properties of the amethyst stone, it should be noted that it is also a symbol of love. If a person received it as a gift, then this is no coincidence. The giver clearly feels strong sympathy. And it is generally accepted that if a person accepts it, then mutual feelings will glow in his soul.
Because people who believe in the properties of the stone recommend being careful. The gift was presented by someone with whom a romantic relationship has already been established? Then you can rejoice, the stone will bring more understanding and love to them. But an amethyst handed by someone to a person already in a relationship will bring discord. Happiness to the giverof course, what happened will not bring, but few people think about it.
Zodiac Meaning: Fire Signs
And now it's worth talking about who suits the amethyst stone. The properties of this variety of quartz are truly interesting, and here is the effect the mineral has on the fiery signs of the zodiac:
- Aries. Amethyst is able to moderate the aggressiveness, irascibility, selfishness and ardor of these people, which are characteristic of them by nature. He also gives the ability to make informed decisions.
- Lion. These people are advised to have an amethyst talisman with them, as it helps to overcome fatigue and bouts of melancholy, adds even more energy. And the gem also helps to pacify unhe althy ambitions and concentrate on thoughts.
- Sagittarius. If the properties of an amethyst stone are completely suitable for any sign of the zodiac, it is for him. The Sagittarius mineral gives optimism, peacefulness, sincerity, calmness, balance. In simple terms, it enhances its best qualities.
Amethyst jewelry with silver in the case of all signs will help to establish harmony in life. And gold jewelry will enhance its main properties.
Air Signs
Now it's worth talking about them in continuation of the topic regarding who the properties of amethyst are suitable for according to the sign. The stone is suitable for all air representatives, and here is its effect:
- Twins. Everyone knows thatrepresentatives of this sign are distinguished by some anxiety and imbalance. Amethyst talismans help them cope with insomnia and nervousness, as well as establish harmony in relationships with loved ones and family, give sincerity and purity.
- Scales. For representatives of this sign, amethyst helps to become even more attractive, perfect and charming, and also improves intuition. Libra girls are advised to pay attention to the mineral of a greenish tint.
- Aquarius. Amethyst can make people of this sign more insightful and strong in spirit, as well as less stubborn.
If you want to enhance the influence of the stone, then you should study the tint palette of the mineral and choose the color option that is the most successful and happy for the zodiac sign.
Watermarks
For representatives of this element, a colored mineral means the following:
- Cancer. For people of this sign, amethyst is a stone with the properties they need. It endows them with sincerity and harmony, normalizes digestion, improves kidney function and immunity, with which they usually have problems.
- Scorpio. For representatives of this sign, amethyst is a powerful amulet and a secret talisman. It gives self-confidence and wisdom, bestows he alth, love, happiness and friendship. In general, amethyst awakens in Scorpions all the best that lies in their souls.
- Pisces. For people born under the auspices of this sign, amethyst brings good luck, calms the nerves, makes it easierstate of mind in case of troubles and problems, restores vitality. If it is also combined with gold, it enhances intuition and gives wisdom.
For water signs, by the way, amethyst is considered the best, the shade of which is closer to red, purple or orange.
Earth Signs
This is the last category of the zodiac. What effect does amethyst have on its representatives?
- Taurus. The stone helps people of this sign get rid of melancholy, and also helps to activate mental abilities. They are encouraged to wear Brazilian amethyst paired with silver.
- Virgo. Everyone who was born under the auspices of this sign, under the influence of amethyst, especially if it is combined with gold, begins to overcome troubles and melancholy more easily. The stone strengthens the mental strength of the Virgin, banishes fatigue, adds cheerfulness. It's just not recommended to wear rings with this gem. It is believed that this jewelry disturbs the balance of the soul.
- Capricorn. Amethyst helps people of this sign to keep the body and spirit clean, prolong youth, expel all the negative energy and negativity from the soul, which they often accumulate over the years. As a result, Capricorns become more calm and peaceful.
By the way, since earth signs are distantly related to fertility, they should opt for green amethyst, which is quite rare.
