Lapis Lazuli

Spiritual enlightenment starts with one’s own self.  Lapis Lazuli helps us by enabling us to look deep into our spirits to Lapis Lazuli is not a mineral. It is a rock that consists of 15 different minerals. The primary minerals found in Lapis Lazuli are Lazurite, Hauyne, diopside, calcite, and pyrite. Lapis Lazuli also known as Lapis has been used as a gemstone for thousands of years. Lapis Lazuli is mined from Afghanistan since the 7th Millenium Bc and it was discovered in the ancient burial sites. Lapis Lazuli is considered as the most important opaque blue gemstone. It is generally formed in the crystalline marble through the geological process of contact metamorphism. The deep celestial blue colour of Lapis Lazuli is the symbol of royalty and honor. It is the symbol of wisdom and truth.

Lapis Lazuli was used extensively in Greek and Roman times as an ornamental stone.  Lapis Lazuli is a perfect stone for executives, journalists, and psychologists. It enhances wisdom and logical judgment in the practical world. The Buddhists believe that Lapis Lazuli provides peace of mind and relief from evil thoughts to an individual who possesses a Lapis Lazuli Gemstone. Lapis Lazuli is also believed to increase the mental and emotional outlook of a person. Lapis Lazuli is a very strong healing stone that is found in Afghanistan and has various medicinal benefits. It strengthens relationships and enhances the expression of feelings and emotions.

Lapis Lazuli gemstone has many shades of Sapphire blue, the color of self-expression and awareness. The Lapis Lazuli gemstone is helpful in filling the gap between the physical world and the spiritual world. Meditating over Lapis Lazuli stone also helps in broadening our mind and also it is believed that it can also enable us in conversing with our ancestors. If you feel attracted towards Lapis Lazuli stone, you are surely ready to explore the magical world of the Universe. If you do not have clear emotional feelings and your emotions are acting as a hurdle in your spiritual development then you should use a Lapis Lazuli gemstone. The pacifying vibrations of deep blue color resemble an ocean. Lapis Lazuli is also a very effective remedy for the treatment of migraines and headaches. It also stimulates the third eye chakra. The dark blue color of the Lapis Lazuli stone is due to the presence of tri sulfur radical anion in the crystal.

Lapis Lazuli gemstones are considered as gemstones representing truth and friendship. It is believed to promote harmony in relationships. It was believed by the ancient people that the Universe was reflected in the gemstones. Lapis Lazuli is associated with the planet Jupiter. Lapis Lazuli helps in treating cramps, stiffness and fertility problems. It increases our desire for attaining knowledge, truth, and understanding and also aids in the process of learning and enhances our memory. You must carry a Lapis Lazuli or wear it to achieve fame in Public. It helps us in gaining promotion, success, and recognition at the workplace.
Lapis Lazuli is available in various shapes and designs. It has also become a mostly used gemstone in the men’s jewelry.