Dragons And Gemstones
Dragons are notorious for hoarding treasure, and nothing will attract a Dragon more quickly to your altar than a gemstone bowl...
When working with Dragons its important to chooose your stones wisely. The stones don't have to be polished, actually stones have a more natural energy when in their natural state. Each stone gives off individualized vibrations that you may or may not be able to feel. This is why you should handle several stones of the same variety before chosing one. Whether you pick up the stones in nature or you purchase them, make certain that the vibrations feel good to you. Stones attract & draw in the energy of the person or place they come into contact with. This is not always 'good' or 'positive' energy. If the stone attracts you, (If you like the look of it) but it feels wrong somehow, remember, a simple cleansing will remove the majority of negative energies from most stones, unless it's been used for a dark purpose, like a curse or hex.
Appopriate stones are set about on the altar to help attract and hold the attention of the Dragons upon which you call. Since circles of stones tend to concentrate and amplify energy raised within their boundaries, using stones set about a candle or even around the edges or at the four cardinal directions of a cast circle will intensify the magickal power the pratitioner is creating for manifestation.
When working with Dragons its important to chooose your stones wisely. The stones don't have to be polished, actually stones have a more natural energy when in their natural state. Each stone gives off individualized vibrations that you may or may not be able to feel. This is why you should handle several stones of the same variety before chosing one. Whether you pick up the stones in nature or you purchase them, make certain that the vibrations feel good to you. Stones attract & draw in the energy of the person or place they come into contact with. This is not always 'good' or 'positive' energy. If the stone attracts you, (If you like the look of it) but it feels wrong somehow, remember, a simple cleansing will remove the majority of negative energies from most stones, unless it's been used for a dark purpose, like a curse or hex.
Appopriate stones are set about on the altar to help attract and hold the attention of the Dragons upon which you call. Since circles of stones tend to concentrate and amplify energy raised within their boundaries, using stones set about a candle or even around the edges or at the four cardinal directions of a cast circle will intensify the magickal power the pratitioner is creating for manifestation.
The Gem Bowl, which should be a regular part of your Sacred Tools when praticing Dragon magick, is an excellent place to keep your collection of stones. If your feelings tell you that a particular stone should be kept apart from the others, and this does happen on occasion, then you should keep these special stones in another bowl or seperate container.
Sometimes, certain stones will need to be kept 'clean' and free of outside energies. These are usually Quartz Crystals, Diamonds, Citrine and Jet, although other stones are kept seperate and 'closed' from gathering energy for certain reasons. These stones will need to be kept in a closed container. I usually keep these types of stones in a dark clothe bag, inside my gemstone box. Keeping a stone closed off this way prevents the stones from collecting energy. A stone (when left in the open air) will draw the energies from its surroundings into itself and store that energy. It is for this reason that the gem bowl is left uncovered.
Another reason for separating a certain stone is if you are programming a crystal. Crystals can be programmed with specific vibrational energies, either deliberately or by being in contact with a person. A programmed crystal should be kept in a separate container, and label the container with the ritual purpose, if you fail to do this, you could use the crystal for a ritual that is not compatible or even in opposition to its programming.
Sometimes, certain stones will need to be kept 'clean' and free of outside energies. These are usually Quartz Crystals, Diamonds, Citrine and Jet, although other stones are kept seperate and 'closed' from gathering energy for certain reasons. These stones will need to be kept in a closed container. I usually keep these types of stones in a dark clothe bag, inside my gemstone box. Keeping a stone closed off this way prevents the stones from collecting energy. A stone (when left in the open air) will draw the energies from its surroundings into itself and store that energy. It is for this reason that the gem bowl is left uncovered.
Another reason for separating a certain stone is if you are programming a crystal. Crystals can be programmed with specific vibrational energies, either deliberately or by being in contact with a person. A programmed crystal should be kept in a separate container, and label the container with the ritual purpose, if you fail to do this, you could use the crystal for a ritual that is not compatible or even in opposition to its programming.
Cleansing your stones:
Very few stones bought in a shop, at a rock show or ordered online will not have to be cleansed before you use them. Most of the stones that you discover out in nature, however, will be attuned to its own natural energy vibration only. Unless you are gathering stones from a place that is frequented by allot of people, such as a park or other gathering place.
Quick Cleansing Method:
~Do Not Cleanse Quartz Crystal With This Method~
Simply place the stones in a bowl in the sink, turn on the water, you want a light stream of water, so that the bowl takes a bit to fill. Allow the bowl to fill, and then let it overflow for a few mintures. Remove any flecks of dirt or other matter (if you have gathered the stones from nature). then set them on your altar overnight. On the night of the next Full Moon, set the stones outside (if possible) or in the windowsill, where they will collect the Moon's energy and charge.
and visualise the water washing away any negative energy, and cleansing your item. As with cleansing by Intent, you will
Quartz Crystal Cleansing:
~Do Not Use This Method If The Crystal Is Set In A Mounting Of Any Kind~
Choose a container that is large and deep enough to hold all the crystals you want to cleanse, allowing space between them, they cannot touch. Put a Thick layer of salt in the bottom of the container; Place the crystals carefully into the salt, so that they don't touch. Then pour salt over and around the crystals until they are completely covered. Place the salt-filled container on your altar for at least two days. After this 'soaking' time is over, remove the crystals, rinse them under cool, running water, then dry them with a soft clothe. On the next Full Moon set them in the Moonlight to charge. Dispose of the salt. Since all of the negative vibration and impurities will have gone into the salt, you certainly do not want to use it for anything else.
Very few stones bought in a shop, at a rock show or ordered online will not have to be cleansed before you use them. Most of the stones that you discover out in nature, however, will be attuned to its own natural energy vibration only. Unless you are gathering stones from a place that is frequented by allot of people, such as a park or other gathering place.
Quick Cleansing Method:
~Do Not Cleanse Quartz Crystal With This Method~
Simply place the stones in a bowl in the sink, turn on the water, you want a light stream of water, so that the bowl takes a bit to fill. Allow the bowl to fill, and then let it overflow for a few mintures. Remove any flecks of dirt or other matter (if you have gathered the stones from nature). then set them on your altar overnight. On the night of the next Full Moon, set the stones outside (if possible) or in the windowsill, where they will collect the Moon's energy and charge.
and visualise the water washing away any negative energy, and cleansing your item. As with cleansing by Intent, you will
Quartz Crystal Cleansing:
~Do Not Use This Method If The Crystal Is Set In A Mounting Of Any Kind~
Choose a container that is large and deep enough to hold all the crystals you want to cleanse, allowing space between them, they cannot touch. Put a Thick layer of salt in the bottom of the container; Place the crystals carefully into the salt, so that they don't touch. Then pour salt over and around the crystals until they are completely covered. Place the salt-filled container on your altar for at least two days. After this 'soaking' time is over, remove the crystals, rinse them under cool, running water, then dry them with a soft clothe. On the next Full Moon set them in the Moonlight to charge. Dispose of the salt. Since all of the negative vibration and impurities will have gone into the salt, you certainly do not want to use it for anything else.
The color of the stone is almost as important as the actual type of stone.
Colors vibrate at different rates, thereby traditionally regulating their magickal uses.
When choosing stones for you gemstone bowl you should pay special attention to the Color of the stones.
Colors vibrate at different rates, thereby traditionally regulating their magickal uses.
When choosing stones for you gemstone bowl you should pay special attention to the Color of the stones.
White Stones:
Magickal Uses: Use White stones for Guidance, Moon Magick, Visions, Divinations and Dream interpretations. White stones are charged as Talismans and carried to attract Good Luck and Fortune.
Ruled By: Moon
Example of White Stones: Diamond, Pearl, White Opal, White Chalcedony, White Quartz, Beryl.
Quartz comes in many colors and forms. Rock Crystal is a form of Quartz. Rocks that have white quartz veins running through them would fall into this category.
Diamonds: Though commonly thought of as a 'love' stone, Diamonds are stones of steadfastness and purification. Diamonds have long been used in spellcraft to increase physical strength and hardiness.
Pearls: The Pearl is connected with the Element Water, and when place upon your altar, it will attract Water Dragons. Pearls also are connected with Spirit and the Moon. Real pearls can be expensive, but I have found that substituting fake pearls works fine.
White Beryl: Beryl represents the Elements Water, and will attract Water Dragons as well. Beryl is also connected with the Moon. Beryl Sphere's (known as Specularii) were commonly used by scryers in Ireland in the fifth century.
White Opal: The white opal is not completely white, but has other colors that flash through it. The White Opal is for developing psychic powers, working on past lives and aids in astral traveling.
White Chalcedony: This stone can both attract & repel energies. It is useful for banishing fears and promoting calm. It also works as a defense against psychic attack.
Red Stones:
Magickal Uses: Red is the color of energy, courage, defense, physical love and sexuality, strength and power.
Ruler: Mars
Example of Red Stones: Garnet, Ruby, Red Jasper, Red Agate, Dark Carnelian, Fluorite, Rhodochrosite, Light rhodonite, Chalcedony, Beryl.
Garnets: This stone has the capacity to store large amounts of energy. Garnets connect with Mars & the Elemental Fire. In ancient times it was considered a protective stone, especially against Demons.
Ruby: The Ruby is a Fire stone. It promotes success in business and money endeavors, protection from enemies & spirits. The Ruby will increase the energy level during ritual.
Magickal Uses: Use White stones for Guidance, Moon Magick, Visions, Divinations and Dream interpretations. White stones are charged as Talismans and carried to attract Good Luck and Fortune.
Ruled By: Moon
Example of White Stones: Diamond, Pearl, White Opal, White Chalcedony, White Quartz, Beryl.
Quartz comes in many colors and forms. Rock Crystal is a form of Quartz. Rocks that have white quartz veins running through them would fall into this category.
Diamonds: Though commonly thought of as a 'love' stone, Diamonds are stones of steadfastness and purification. Diamonds have long been used in spellcraft to increase physical strength and hardiness.
Pearls: The Pearl is connected with the Element Water, and when place upon your altar, it will attract Water Dragons. Pearls also are connected with Spirit and the Moon. Real pearls can be expensive, but I have found that substituting fake pearls works fine.
White Beryl: Beryl represents the Elements Water, and will attract Water Dragons as well. Beryl is also connected with the Moon. Beryl Sphere's (known as Specularii) were commonly used by scryers in Ireland in the fifth century.
White Opal: The white opal is not completely white, but has other colors that flash through it. The White Opal is for developing psychic powers, working on past lives and aids in astral traveling.
White Chalcedony: This stone can both attract & repel energies. It is useful for banishing fears and promoting calm. It also works as a defense against psychic attack.
Red Stones:
Magickal Uses: Red is the color of energy, courage, defense, physical love and sexuality, strength and power.
Ruler: Mars
Example of Red Stones: Garnet, Ruby, Red Jasper, Red Agate, Dark Carnelian, Fluorite, Rhodochrosite, Light rhodonite, Chalcedony, Beryl.
Garnets: This stone has the capacity to store large amounts of energy. Garnets connect with Mars & the Elemental Fire. In ancient times it was considered a protective stone, especially against Demons.
Ruby: The Ruby is a Fire stone. It promotes success in business and money endeavors, protection from enemies & spirits. The Ruby will increase the energy level during ritual.