Flint is one of the stones that has accompanied man for thousands of years. In the stone age, it was flint that was used to make the first tools. Soon it began to serve as an ornament, and finally as a magical and healing material. What should we know about the he alth effects of flint?
Flintfor many thousands of years was the material from which axes, hatchets and blades were made - due to its hardness, it was an ideal material for this. For the same reason, this stone was also used to strike fire (it was hit with pyrite giving sparks).
With time, its other properties began to be noticed. Querns made of flint produced tastier flour, chests lined with flint - kept the meat fresh, and wells - gave delicious water, which made people less sick.
What is flint?
This is a dark gray, black or brown sedimentary rock, made of chalcedony with an admixture of opal or quartz. Sometimes the remains of skeletons and fossils of organisms can be found in flint.
Flint is found all over the world, wonderful deposits are found in Egypt, Australia, Argentina, Canada and Alaska. Krzemień is also present in Poland and Scandinavia, where it was brought with the glacier.
The unique striped flint is found only in the Świętokrzyskie Mountains in the area of Krzemionki and Iłża, where it was mined already in the Neolithic period.
Flint - magic stone
Thousands of years ago, flint was used not only to make tools - it was also used to make amulets and images of deities.
This stone was considered a magical material, protective against black powers and healing.
He was also present in the everyday life of people of that time, symbolizing domestic deities - he was put to bed to prevent nightmares, placed over the front door to protect households and families.
These beliefs are evident in esoterics to this day. Flint is considered a stone with protective and cleansing properties.
Eagerly worn by bioenergotherapists and people associated with divination and clairvoyance, as an amulet to protect against negative energy, it is also used for meditation.
According to people who believe in magicstones, flint is a material with an extremely high potency.
Can calm emotions, draw away bad energy, leaving the positive.
It protects against mistakes in life, helps in making good decisions, mobilizes and encourages to act.
It's perfect for people living in their own world who need to get them down to earth.
According to esotericists, it removes fatigue, adds vitality and strengthens optimism.
Flint - effect on he alth
This stone has also been valued for healing properties for centuries. Some of them are justified - flint is the most common natural silicon compound, which is an ingredient valuable for he alth. This confirms the action of silicon water, i.e. a fluid made of flint flooded with hot water left for a few days.
It is worth knowing that stones from chalk, marl or dolomite deposits have healing properties.
According to lithotherapists, silicon water works well in the treatment of skin lesions (allergies, boils, pimples or irritations), it is also used to soothe herpes, rubella and shingles.
Due to its antibacterial effect, water soaked with ingredients contained in flint is also suitable for internal use: drinking this liquid strengthens the immune system, heals liver, stomach and kidney ailments. It also lowers blood sugar levels and helps with weight loss.
Silicon is responsible for the work of the heart, so water should also be used by people with cardiological problems.
Research on silicon, present in flint, shows that this stone helps to heal osteoporosis and helps to keep the skin in good condition - it prevents aging and sagging and accelerates its regeneration.
According to lithotherapists, flint is also effective in the form of a stone itself - when applied to the forehead, it relieves migraine headaches, and to the kidneys - it eliminates problems with the urinary system. It can also be used for body massage.
striped flint
As the name suggests, this flint has a characteristic, beautiful, striped pattern, it is light brown in color with darker streaks.
This is a unique variety of flint, found in only one place in the world - in the Świętokrzyskie Mountains, considered the cradle of Polish esotericism. It has been mined there for centuries and has always been credited with a magical effect.
Striped flint attracted we alth and prosperity for the household, it protected against unfortunate accidents.
Today, in esoterics, striped flint is considered a source of energy and vitality. Supports clairvoyant abilities,ensures restful and deep sleep. It protects against vindictiveness, envy and backbiting by others.
In lithotherapy, Polish striped flint is used as a medicine for muscle pain and hormonal disorders. It helps in the treatment of female ailments, kidney diseases and headache. It also cleanses the body of toxins.
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
- Carnelian
- 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.