Lapis
Lazuli belongs to semi-precious category of gemstones, and is considered to be
the most beneficial of all the stones belonging to this category. Besides being
influential with its impact, it is equally significant with its appearance. It
has remained in the bracket of significance since ancient times, when it was
believed to be a sapphire.
Physical Properties
It
has derived its name out of the Latin term of ‘Lauzulus’ which means ‘a blue
stone’, which precisely defines color of this stone. Usually found in blue and
various shades of blue color, this stone intrinsically carries golden spots
over surface which are not considered as stains or elements of inauspiciousness
to it. For the fact, these physical properties do usually make this stone look
like a sky full of shimmering stars. Amongst the varied color forms in which
this stone is found, the one found in intense blue color is believed to be the
finest of all and is also the most popular one.
Sources
Afghanistan,
Soviet Union, USA, Canada, Russia, Chile, and Argentina are the prominent
sources of this stone. Amongst these sources, Afghanistan is considered to be
the most prominent one, with the kind of stones it sourced out are considered
to be the finest of all.
Beliefs
Buddhists
believe this stone to be an effective source of mental peace and serenity.
Greeks believe it to be an effective remedial tool to ward off the impact of
any poisonous substance or snakebite. Egyptians believe it to be a symbol of
truth and a tool of protection from evil energies. Persians believe it to be
the cause of blue-colored sky. Other than them, people in Rome and Mesopotamia
believe this stone to be comprised of powerful mystical powers.
Benefits
According
to the beliefs of Vedic Astrology, it is associated with Goddess Bhagwati, who
confers every true wearer of this stone with her blessings. Also, it is quite
prominent as a stone symbolizing for the attributes of love, generosity,
kindness, and determination. It promotes and intensifies these traits in a
person, besides making one more charismatic and appealing by conduct to others.
A person with this stone clearly reflects on his generosity and love by his
actions.
This
stone also makes one more optimistic about all the things and people present
around, no matter what the situation is. Also, a person learns to lead a life
full of peace and harmony, as well as does the same to the environment around.
This stone also liberates one’s mind from all the elements of anxieties,
stabilizes one on the emotional front, improves expressiveness, protect its
wearers from all vulnerabilities and dangers, and promotes healthiness,
financial status, and prosperous and constructive personal relationships.
Health Benefits
It
injects in a spark of vividness, builds up core strength, and promotes
masculinity. It also works effectively to strengthen vocal chords, thyroid, and
skeletal system. It improves blood circulation, strengthens immune system,
stimulates Throat Chakra, betters stamina, and brings relief from the health
problems of chronic fever, anxiety, neuralgia, eye infections, stomach
problems, larynx cancer, Hodgkin’s disease, autism, tuberculosis, jaundice,
insomnia, weakness, psychoneurosis, diabetes, hemorrhoids, urinary troubles,
tonsillitis, liver problems, cramps, and depression.
Influences Saturn
It is
one of those effective remedial measures with which a malefic Saturn can be
repaired and its negative influences can be ward off. It strengthens its positioning
and makes it act in further favor of a person.
Most Beneficial For
As
confirmed by the beliefs of Vedic Astrology, Lapis Lazuli stone has been found
to be most beneficial for those who belong to Taurus Zodiac Sign, or those born
on ‘9th’ of any month, or those with ‘9’ as their number. Other than
them, those who wish to attain success, name, and fame in the field of any form
of art including dance, drams, and music are recommended to have this stone.
Pregnant women should wear this stone around their waist in order to ward off
all child-birth related complications, as well all chances of miscarriage.