OBSIDIAN
Element Earth
Obsidian is not a gemstone.
It is formed during fast cooling of lava products after a volcanic eruption - that’s why they call it “volcanic glass”.
According to ancient superstition, Obsidian brings to its wearer the energy of Earth, thus strengthening his spirit and healing his body. Ancient people called Obsidian "Satan's claws' fragments".
A legend says the stone was named after a Roman warrior Obsidian who brought this stone from Ethiopia.
Astrologists consider Obsidian a stone of Pluto.
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Talismans & amulets
All Obsidians are talismans which offer strong shield against any negativity.
A Snowflake Obsidian is considered a particularly strong protector for women.
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Healing properties
There is a science of arrangement of Obsidian pieces on the person's body to correct his body energy.
For this purpose, it is recommended to use Obsidian together with Rock Crystal.
Obsidian gives physical forces, boosts power of adrenal glands and kidneys, treats rheumatism and gout, female and male genitals diseases.
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Magikal properties
Obsidian embodies the energy of a volcano
It was used by all religions for various religious attributes.
It develops intuition, insight and ability to foresee future events. Obsidian protects from "evil eye", "bedevilling", sorcery, damnation's and other magik, protects its wearer in long trips, restores composure of after unfortunate love, guards from infidelity.
In the real life, Obsidian protects from any mischief, suppresses aggressive energy, sharpens mind, and removes stress.
Obsidian is a stone of prudence.
When worn constantly, Obsidian may force its wearer to reduce his activity, make him inert.
It is a magik stone.
Any magician has an Obsidian stone to concentrate astral forces, to grant victory over astral spirits.
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Chakras
Chakra Three: Manipura, Chakra One: Muladhara
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