By Con Slobodchikoff
Sugilite
is a lovely violet-blue stone that is quite rare. It was named after a Japanese
geologist, Ken-ichi Sugi, who discovered it in 1944. The stone is composed of
potassium lithium iron manganese aluminum silicate, with a hardness of 6 to
6.5, a density of 2.76 to 2.80, and hexagonal crystals. Although it is found in
Japan and Canada, much of the world’s supply comes from South Africa. Visit our
Heart of Stone Studio website to see examples of the Sugilites that we have
available.
This is a stone that is said to have strong metaphysical properties. It is a very spiritual stone, and has many metaphysical uses. Sugilite is one of the principal stones of the Age of Aquarius.
One
major use is as a healing stone. It is said to help physical healing by sending
energy to any place in the body where there are blockages. Some people
recommend using this stone during catastrophic illnesses such as cancer,
because of the peace and calmness that it can bring to the physical body. Sugilite
is believed to regulate the output of the pineal and pituitary glands to
optimal levels, leading to harmony within the physical body. It also helps bring conscious control to the
mind and helps direct the mind toward aiding in the healing process. It is said
that this stone is good for pain relief, particularly of headaches.
On the
emotional side, Sugilite is said to have a number of healing properties. Through
the peace and understanding that it brings, it is said that it brings
compromise and heals jealousy, encouraging forgiveness and loving
communication. For people who have been traumatized, it is said to bring peace
and balance to their lives. Sugilite helps bring compassion for all living
beings.
This
is a stone that seems to be particularly good for dreams. Those people who
meditate or sleep with the stone are said to experience vivid dream imagery or
lucid dreams containing symbols that are meaningful for spiritual development.
It also helps those who have trouble remembering their dreams, and those who
suffer from insomnia or nightmares.
On the
psychic side, the stone is said to help open the third eye and crown chakras,
and balance the heart, third eye, and crown chakras. The stone can be placed on
the third eye chakra of the forehead or on the crown of the head to stimulate
these chakras to open. Sugilite can build up the strength of the aura and can
help repair damaged auras.
Spiritually,
the stone is said to remove negative attachments and bad karmic influences, and
protect people from harmful energies. Meditating with Sugilite is said to
provide insights into the spiritual reasons for a person’s existence.
The
cabochons that we sell at Heart of Stone Studio are particularly well-adapted
for metaphysical uses. Because one side is flat, they can easily be laid down
on the chakras. They can be crafted into jewelry, and can also be conveniently
put into a pocket or a purse. They can easily be held in the hand during
meditation.
Sources:
Eason:
Healing Crystals; Hall: The Encyclopedia of Crystals: Harding: Crystals;
Lambert: Crystal Energy; Melody: Love Is In The Earth; Moorey: Crystal Code; Schumann,
Gemstones of the World; Simmons and Ahsian: The Book of Stones; Stuber: Gems of
the 7 Color Rays.
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