CHALCEDONY

7/20/2006

CHAKRA(S): Navel / Sacral

VIBRATION: Number 9

ZODIAC: Sagittarius & Cancer

ATTRIBUTES: Chalcedony is considered a member of the Quartz family and occasionally contains a small amount of Opal. Native American Indians used this as a sacred stone - promoting stability within the ceremonial activities of the tribes. In ancient times, chalices would be formed out of Chalcedony and lined with silver - they were said to prevent poisoning. Chalcedony provided a pathway for receiving thought transmissions, telepathy and useful for balancing the energy of the body, mind, emotions and spirit. It is a stone to encourage "brotherhood" and symbolizes benevolence, goodwill and enhances generosity. This stone has a nurturing energy, it alleviates hostilities, irritability and melancholy. This stone absorbs negative energy and then dissipates it to prevent onward transmissions. Some of the many types of Chalcedony includes: Agate, Bloodstone, Chrysoprase, Carnelian, Chert, Flint, Jasper, Onyx, Sadonyx, Touchstone and Petrified Wood.

HEALING: This mineral can be used to improve assimilation of minerals and to help combat build-up of materials in the veins. It is said to cure varying forms of dementia, to rectify senility, to increase mental stability and physical energy. This stone balances body, emotions, mind, spirit and heals the eyes, gallbladder, bones, spleen, blood and circulatory system. Can be worn on fingers, around the neck, on belt buckle or placed over organs and in contact with the skin.

BLUE CHALCEDONY:

is a creative stone. It opens the mind to assimilate new ideas and helps acceptance of new situations. Blue Chalcedony imparts mental flexibility and verbal dexterity, enchancing listening skills and communication. It stimulates the ability to learn new languages, improves memory, improves self-perception and the ability to look forward optimistically. This stone was traditionally used in weather magic and for clearing illnesses associated with changes in the weather. Blue Chalcedony enchances the immune system, aids regeneration of mucus membranes and ameliorates dis-eases caused weather pressure, such as glaucoma. This stone stimulates the flow of lymph and banishes edema, has an anti-inflammatory effect, and lowers temperature and blood pressure. It heals the lungs and clears the respiratory systems of the effects of smoking.

DENDRITIC CHALCEDONY:

promotes clear and precise thought. This stone is useful when you are under pressure or attacks as it facilitates calm communication while remaining relaxed. It encourages living in the moment , promotes tolerant interaction, helps in processing memories, brings joy to life and helps to face up to unpleasant matters. This stone is useful for chronic illness, and problems associated with smoking, strengthening the immune system. It enhances the assimilation of copper into the body, detoxifies the liver, removes inflammations of the female sexual orgrans, and treats thrush.

PINK CHALCEDONY:

encourages kindness and all good qualities. It brings out a sense of childlike wonder and willingness to learn new things. It encourages storytelling as a form of creativity. Pink Chalcedony is a spiritual stone that encourages empathy and inner peace, It creates a deep sense of trust. This stone is useful for treating psychosomatic dis-eases. It fortifies the heart and supports the immune system. It eases breastfeeding problems and the flow of lymphatic fluids.

RED CHALCEDONY:

bestows strength and persistence in reaching goals. It advises when to fight and when to give in gracefully. A confident stone, it helps to manifest dreams, devising strategies to bring these into being in the most positive way. As a healing stone, it stimulates the circulation without raising blood pressure and encourages clotting of the blood. It reduces hunger pangs but should not be used for long periods, as it inhibits the absorption of nurients and may cause temporary nausea.