Obsidian
The Stone of Truth
"Obsidian is a natural glass of volcanic origin that is formed by the rapid cooling of viscous lava. Obsidian is extremely rich in silica (about 35 to 80 percent) and is low in water. Obsidian is made of the same minerals as granite but cooled so quickly that they do not have time to crystallize. Obsidian has a glassy lustre and is slightly harder than window glass. Though obsidian is typically jet-black in color, the presence of hematite produces red and brown varieties, and the inclusion of tiny gas bubbles may create a golden sheen. Obsidian in attractive and variegated colors is used as a semiprecious stone. Varieties: Black patterned obsidian with greyish-white inclusions which resemble snowflakes is often called snowflake obsidian. Other colors include: brown, gray, red, blue and green, clear, orange, yellow.
Energy: Projective
Magical Properties:
A stone of protection, Obsidian will bring out the Warrior Spirit in you. It can help to deflect negative energy from you, and also help keep your thoughts from turning negative. Emotionally beating yourself up can be just as damaging as when it comes from someone else. Obsidian reflects the dark and absorbs the light. Reflect negativity (don’t take things personally) and only absorb the good. This does not mean to ignore the bad. Obsidian can not reflect negative energy without first acknowledging its existence and it can teach you to do the same.Its mirror like surface reveals its special ability to provide clear insight into problems. With the help of Obsidian you can see past all the fog and get to the truth of the matter. It will also help you see your own flaws honestly and provide insight into correcting those flaws.
Obsidian’s ability to hold a good cutting edge and it’s quick transformation from one substance to another can help you to cut away harmful behavior patterns or life situations and achieve profound changes very fast.
This powerful stone makes a strong shield of protection around the wearer. It is an excellent grounding stone, helping to release negativity and to stabilized. As a scrying tool, obsidian can offer an accurate reflection of the changes that need to be made. Its answers can be quick and somewhat pointed, as obsidian walks the shadow side of the void. It will help to provide a clear course of action, and let you know what challenges are the most necessary to face -- but not always the easiest or most pleasant lessons. Obsidian blades are excellent for cord-cutting workings.
This is a powerful stone so use it for this purpose with caution. Some people do not adjust well to change and may be better suited to a slower process.This is a great tool for scrying. It can strengthen prophesy and desire to see new horizons.
Healing Properties:
Its energies can help with circulation for those hands & feet that seem to be constantly cold. It is also good for vision problems, weight loss and healing old wounds from violent acts.
Obsidian, BlackObsidian
Is a very protective stone, and is excellent for removing negativity. It is also excellent protection against psychic attacks. In particular obsidian protects the gentle from abuse. It is a very grounding stone, and very healing. Physically it benefits the stomach, intestines, muscle tissue, and can rid one of bacterial or viral infections. It sharpens and focuses internal and external vision, and helps get in touch with buried issues before they explode.
Obsidian, Snowflake
Snowflake obsidian has the property of bringing things to the surface. The things brought to the surface could be positive or negative, love, anger, secrets; but with snowflake obsidian, these things are brought to the surface more gently that they might be otherwise. Snowflake obsidian can provide balance during times of change. It aids in seeing patterns in life and recreating them in a more beneficial way. It is a stone of serenity and purity, and can shield against negativity. It is associated with the root chakra and is beneficial for the veins, skeleton, and smooth skin. Snowflake obsidian gives protection from physical and emotional harm."
Attuned at: Muladhara or Root Chakra
Element: Fire
Planet: Saturn
Sources:
http://www.serioussilver.com/gemstone_crystal_lore/magick_of_gemstones_o.html
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