Red Red is the colour of blood, of birth and death. In many cultures it has been 'sacred', or dedicated to the deities. Red stones are projective, active. They are related to the planet Mars and the element of Fire, both aggressive energies. These are protective stones and work to strengthen the body and will power. Red stones are used to promote courage, to lend energy to the body, and to provide additional power to rituals by their presence on the altar. In ancient times, red stones were worn as antidotes to poison, to keep one's thoughts 'pure', and, by drawing out the causes, to banish anger and all violent emotions. They were also used as a guard against fire and lightning. In healing, red stones are intimately linked with blood. They are often worn to relieve anemia, to halt bleeding and to heal wounds. They also seem to work on rashes and inflammation. Perhaps in association with its blood links, red stones were once carried to prevent miscarriage. Red stones can be empowered and used to overcome sexual dysfunctions,usually by placing the stone near or on the genitals while visualizing.
[Encyclopedia of Crystal, Gem, and Metal Magic-Scott Cunningham]
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