Amethyst is here to teach the lessons of humility. It is willing to show the mind how to surrender at the altar of the self. Only then can one cross the threshold into the realm of true knowing and wisdom. Only when the mind realizes that there is something greater than itself, that there are limitations to its conception, and that the senses can perceive only a small portion of the total truth, can it begin to grasp the meaning of life and existence. Only by letting go of all that was believed to be real can the ultimate reality be known.
Because amethyst initiates wisdom adn greater wisdom and greater understanding. It is very useful for people who are grieving over the loss of a loved one. Its presence lends comfort as it subliminally communicates that there is no death, only transitioning and the changing of forms. Amethyst will silently counsel, saying, "celebrate teh freedom you loved one has found, rejoice that the soul has been freed from the confinement of the physical body, assist the process by releasing your sorrow and instead send your thoughts of jouy and prayers of love." Death is mourned only because we have not been educated as to the eternal existance of the soul. Amethyst could be called "the soul stone" as it sends its message to that level of being. It communicates directly to the soul, it is an ideal stone to hold or meditate upon during death experience. When strong identification is made with the soul force the release of the temporal physical body is accomplished more easily and the death transition can then be made with assurity and peace. It is therefore an ideal stone to give to people with terminal illness or to use in preparation for a conscious death experience.
Because of its calming effect, amethyst is a stone that can be used for overworked, overstressed or overwhelmed mental states. It is one of the best stones to use for tension or migraine headaches as it eases the mental anxieties that tend to cause such conditions. Amethyst purple is comprised of hues of blue and red. The blue colour brings peace to the red action energy. It is therefore good for people who tend to be hot headed and easily angered (red energies). It can be held, worn or meditated upon when temper rises to restore mental equilibrium. Amethyst is especially helpful for people suffering from recurrent nightmares. Before retring, hold an amethyst crystal up to the forehead and program it to guide the mind safely through the sleep state. Then place it under the pillow and sleep securely. Amethyst can be placed under the pillow during sleep by anyone wishing to inspire sweet dreams.
Single amethyst crystals or small clusters can be held in the left hand (termination towards the arm) during meditation to draw amethsyt energy into the body. This will relax the physical system and make one more vulnerable and sensitive to meditative experiences. Large clusters of amethyst are ideal to place on meditation altars and use as concenstration to gaze upon. This type of meditation will train the mind to be centered and calm while the awareness is focused on the objective world.
Fortunately, amethyst crystals are abundant and easy to find. Because they are one of the most beautiful crystal forms, theya re occassionally found in variety stores as well as most rock shops. They range in colour from deep purple to almost clear white with only a purple hue. Generally speakign, the clearer and the darker, the more valuable and expensive. Dark gem quality amethyst are usually cut and faceted and rank in quality, beauty and price with other precious stones. These stones are set in gold and worn as jewellry to display their beauty and to receive their special effects. Amethyst clusters, single generator adn geodes are wonderful vital additions to a crystal healing collection. Small amethyst clusters are usually placed on the third eye during crystal healings. Single generators can be used to trace the meridans to balance subtle energy flows. Small single crystals can be set or worn with the termination pointing down to direct the flow of amethyst energy into the body.
HEALING PROPERTIES.
Amethyst is the stone of spirituality and contentment. It facilitates transmutation of lower energies into higher frequencies of both the spiritual and ethereal levels. It is reprentative of the principles of complete metamorphosis....CONTINUED....