Carnelian (carnelian, yarrow), through its red color, is identified with corporeality and he alth. It is considered a stone that improves the condition of the body. Esoteric knowledge attributes to him properties that give him courage and self-confidence. It also brings good luck and is an amulet to protect against evil.
Carnelian(Carniol, yarrow, Latincarneolus ) is a stone from the quartz group, a red or orange variety of chalcedony with an admixture of iron.
It has been consistently popular with jewelers since ancient times. It occurs in India, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay, Egypt, Brazil, USA, Australia and in Europe: in Russia, Germany, the Czech Republic, also in Poland.
The name of carnelian comes from the Latin word "flesh" (caro), by association with the red color of the stone, although some refer to the Old French "cornele", meaning dogwood fruit.
Carnelian is opaque, with a shimmering drop-shaped sheen.
Carnelian for the shy
Already in antiquity, corneol was considered a beautiful stone with magical properties. He was an amulet that energized and fostered the expression of feelings.
It has also been called the stone of courage for ages. He encouraged people who were afraid, who could not put their own way and who were shy in their relations with the opposite sex.
In ancient Egypt, "Blood of Isis" amulets were made of it, protecting the dead from the unknown underworld.
Carnelian is not only a stone of courage, but also of happiness. According to the ancients, it soothed the fear of death, it softened negative emotions such as anger, anger, cruelty, and also hatred. It allowed me to open up to sensuality.
Centuries ago, carnelian was used to make talismans to protect homes against lightning and storms, as well as against evil powers and mental diseases.
In modern esoterics, it is considered a stone that improves assertiveness and motivates to action.
According to specialists in the power of stones, carnelian is also a material ideal for talismans for apathetic people, without the will to live and seeing everything through "black glasses" of pessimists. This is because carnelian has energy that has a positive effect on our spontaneity, curiosity, and acceptance.
This stone also provides balance and is therefore suitablefor overworked people, too involved in some activities - it helps them slow down and achieve temporary peace.
Carnelian for depression
In alternative medicine, carnelian is considered a stone to fight depression and mood drops. He brings harmony into life, so it is easier to overcome sorrows and emptiness with him, as well as to chase away bad thoughts.
This stone, identified with the body, helps to keep it in good condition. It adds energy, vitality and protects against diseases.
It allows women to live in accordance with their biological cycle, regulates menstruation, reduces menstrual cramps and facilitates labor. In men, it fights sterility and impotence.
It is used by lithotherapists in the treatment of infections and infections, inhibits asthma attacks and eliminates insomnia. It has a positive effect on regulating blood pressure and helps to stop bleeding.
Many specialists in alternative medicine consider carnelian to be the best medicine for rheumatic pains, treatment of varicose veins and a stone to aid digestion and assimilation of food.
Carnelian is purified under water, it should not be exposed to the sun so that it does not change its color. Can be charged with rock crystal.
Read also about properties of other stones:
- Pearls
- Fluorite
- Moonstone
- Selenite
- Chrysocolla
- Tiger's eye
- Agat
- Rose quartz
- Hematite
- Aventurine
- Jaspis
- Cat's eye
- Koral
- Rock crystal
- Lemons
- Flint and striped flint
- Aquamarine
Remember that the methods proposed by supporters of unconventional methods are not confirmed in scientific research and are not consistent with EBM. Before starting to use them, consult your doctor.