Quartz is a clear or white form of silicon dioxide found throughout the world. Indeed it is the second most common mineral found in the Earth’s continental crust, with feldspar taking first place.
Quartz is often found embedded in sedimentary rocks, including sandstone and shale and as part of igneous rocks, like granite.
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History and Folklore
Pliny the Elder believed quartz to be ice, permanently frozen after very long exposure to freezing temperatures.
Also called the Witch’s mirror and the Star Stone.
In parts of Asia, crystal is thought to be pure dragon essence.
Associations
- Angel: Michael;
- Gods/Goddesses: the Great Mother, Daramulun, the Great Rainbow Snake, Hecate, Yemaya, Olokun, Klehanoui;
- chakra: crown;
- Element: water, fire;
- Astrological Sign: Cancer, Leo;
- Planet: Moon, Sun;
- Sabbat: Imbolc, Midsummer, Samhain;
Traditions
Has been used in many parts of the Pacific to call rain.
Has been used by shamans and healers for thousands of years.
May have been used during the Eleusinian mysteries to produce sacred fire.
Clear quartz crystal absorbs energy from the Sun and the life force in the trees and plant life. It also draws down Divine light. It stores all this energy to be released as needed.
This energy is released as white light that any chakra can absorb. It also raises the vibrational level of its surroundings.
Healing and Magickal Uses
Body
Boosts the immune system. Clears negative debris causing disease from the aura. Relieves pain and fevers. Relieves vertigo. Aids healing and tissue regeneration.
Mind
Fuels memory. Aids concentration. Gives creative insight. Balances emotions.
Magick
Facilitates clairvoyance and divinatory abilities. Aids in meditation. Induces prophetic dreams. Protects against psychic attacks. Receives amplifies and transmits energy. Purifies the aura and the soul.
Care and Cleansing
Cleanse frequently using smoke or in sunlight, or saltwater. If you wish to use a singing bowl, use the bowl near it.
Do not put the stone in the bowl as the vibrations against the bowl may damage the points. Recharge under a plant under either the sun or the moon.
Varieties of Quartz
- Milky Quartz
- Rainbow Quartz
- Rose Quartz
- Rutilated Quartz
- Smoky Quartz
- Snow Quartz
- Tourmalated Quartz
- Amethyst
- Citrine
- Carnelian
Learn More
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quartz
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