![]() ![]() According to Feng Shui and also other techniques that use the energetic properties of amethyst at a paranormal level, it is advisable to decorate certain areas of the house with an amethyst geode or a druzy of considerable size. Within these principles that transcend the conventional we find the use of geodes and amethyst druses to harmonize the environment. Since amethyst is a highly sought after mineral today for its energetic properties, it is encouraging to imagine that all the beliefs revolving around this enchanted stone are true. ![]() However, there are many energy properties attributed to amethyst and most of them are related to its use in ancient times.Īs we have previously mentioned, there are many powers attributed to this stone, considered magical and until today it is used as a receptacle of energy at any level with the ability to transmute these energies, transforming negative charges into positive and beneficial charges for humans. Modern science does not support the claim that certain energetic and non-empirical properties reside in minerals and give them powers and characteristics beyond materialistic perception. When we talk about the energy properties of minerals, especially amethyst, we have to do so within a metaphysical framework. Properties and therapeutic uses Energetic properties of amethyst stones ![]() In addition, we cannot forget the great mystical relevance of this semi-precious stone in Catholicism and in ancient prehistoric cultures. In astrology, amethyst is the stone of the sign of Pisces and as a birthstone it is associated with the month of February. It is considered the stone of transmutation. The new spiritual movements, the so-called “New Age” movements, attribute to amethyst surprising energetic properties and great importance, being one of the energetic minerals most used in esotericism. Its purple color is the color of spirituality and therefore this stone is related to the seventh ray of the rainbow, which gives this quartz a deep esoteric meaning. Meaning of amethystĪmong all the minerals, surely the one with the most mystical significance is amethyst quartz. That is why in ancient times protective properties against the effects of wine were attributed to amethyst. The god, seeing what she had caused, had remorse and as a sign of sadness he spilled the contents of her cup on the glass, which turned purple, acquiring the color of wine. Pursued by Dionysus, who desired her, a chaste nymph named Amethyst cried out for her help to the goddess Artemis who, to protect her from her, turned her into a pure and colorless crystal. Probably this belief has its foundations in Greek mythology and in the cult of Dionysus, god of wine. The ancient Greeks and Romans used it as an antidote against drunkenness. The word amethyst has its origins in the Greek Amethystos which means not drunk. Even so, amethyst quartz has not ceased to be one of the most coveted minerals in the world of jewelry and to this day this wonder of nature is used to make jewelry and other products with amethyst stones. When important natural deposits of amethysts were discovered in Brazil, this semi-precious stone became more affordable, making it possible to buy amethyst at much more attractive prices. In the Catholic religion, amethyst was adopted as the Bishop's stone and even today some bishops wear a ring with this gem. ![]() In the Middle Ages it was widely used to make talismans and magic spells as it was considered an amulet to preserve chastity and sobriety. Due to its beauty and color it became a symbol of wealth and power. There were many ancient civilizations that appreciated its beauty, amethyst was already known in prehistoric times by the Greeks, Romans and Egyptians. It was considered a precious stone and as valued as diamonds until the 18th century. History, etymology and meaning History of Amethyst as a semi-precious stoneĪmethyst is the name given to purple quartz. ![]()
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