12/24/2022 0 Comments Amethyst powersPrior to and during the Renaissance amethyst was used to symbolize humility and purity. Amethyst has been said to help the hunter find prey for food (which later became the power to attract prosperity as long as one shared that prosperity) to help heal the wounds of worthy warrior increase one’s purity of thought and protect against impure thoughts (and to enhance one’s spiritual insight) and to magnify or project one’s sense of modesty and humanity. Both Greeks and Romans adorned wine goblets with amethyst to protect against over intoxication. In the book of Exodus it is said the High Priest wore amethyst in his breast plate. It is said that Amethyst was worn to protect the pure of heart in battle and is even mentioned in the Bible. And, these attributes have only been reaffirmed by history. Amethyst is about preserving purity, protection and maintaining a sound spirit and mind. The word Amethyst is from ancient Greek meaning ‘not intoxicated’ and is sometimes translated as ‘sober’ or ‘of sound mind’. This particular Greek myth embodies much of magic attributed to Amethyst. The wine instantly changed the Amethyst crystal body to a deep purple. Dionysus, suddenly shamed by his intoxicated advances wept into his wine and spilled it upon Amethyst while embracing her crystal body. The Goddess Diana heard her calls and transformed Amethyst into a beautiful crystal. When an intoxicated Dionysus, the God of Wine, attempted to seduce her Amethyst resisted and cried out to the Goddess Diana to protect her and preserve Amethyst’s purity. In ancient Greek mythology there was a beautiful maiden, a virgin, called Amethyst. The mythology surrounding amethyst and the powers attributed to it are as old as mankind. People have always been aware of the power of crystals, but for some of us, the amethyst crystal is a bit special. Some say amethyst cleanses any negative energy that it comes in contact with and has a mysterious way of protecting those who wear or keep amethyst crystals near them. Many who specialize in the mystical powers of crystal attribute to amethyst special healing powers for mind, body and spirit. Amethyst is one of the fairly common types of crystals formed, and one of the most beautiful even in it’s raw state. It looks like an ordinary rock, however, when you break it open you find it has been hallowed out and the sides of the geode are lined with the beauty of various types of crystals. What is known is that amethyst quartz crystals are created from the heat of the earth, often in lava flows, and only develop inside of rocks, which become geodes. Amethyst ranges from light to deep purple in color, the deeper it’s color the more valued it is. For one, scientist are still unsure precisely how the amethyst crystals form. If you can’t come in, you can see beautiful amethyst jewelry online from Marco Bicego.Much mystery, myth and power surround the Amethyst crystals. Whether you’re envisioning that deep purple amethyst color set into a ring or earrings, or you just want something to keep you from drinking that fourth glass of wine, come into Wilson & Son and we’ll help you find the perfect piece (no questions asked). It has been featured in royal crown jewels and was once considered as valuable as ruby, emerald and sapphire.īelieving in the healing powers of amethyst myself (or at least hoping it will keep my love of wine at bay), I’ve made sure we have a unique selection of stunning amethyst pieces in our stores. But, even if you don’t believe in the gemstone’s super powers, you cannot deny its beauty. I can tell you from experience that most women these days would prefer to wear a gorgeous amethyst pendant to sitting cross-legged on a gym mat. So, getting to my point, much like many of us who turn to apps that promise to make us smarter, or meditation to clear our minds, back then, people turned to amethyst. By the same token, it was thought to offer greater wisdom and security and to help the wearer keep a balanced mindset. In fact, the word amethyst is derived from the Greek word amethystos, which translates to not drunk. Greek mythology associated amethyst with Bacchus, the god of wine and it was considered the go-to gem to ward off intoxication (not an easy task considering how heavy the wine flowed back then). In the time of the ancient Greeks and Romans, amethyst was thought to hold special powers for those who wore the gemstone. Well, okay, a lot has changed – but let me explain what I mean.
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