Hematite is a stone of great beauty known to mankind since ancient times. This gem has an unusual appearance, played a special role in the life and work activities of magicians and alchemists. In general, hematite is one of the most amazing and mystical minerals in the world. Hematite in translation from Greek is blood, therefore the alternative name is krovavik.
Hematite itself is a black, dark red or dark gray stone with a high intensity of color. In fact, it is not even a stone, but rather an oxide of iron, having an attractive appearance and strong luster, which is why hematite is often called black pearl. Other names: red iron ore, sanguine or iron kidney. Since ancient times, people believed that the stone has magical properties, as the hematite powder added to the water quickly changed its color to blood-red.
Types, features and scope of hematite
Hematite is a mineral that appears due to the prolonged weathering of iron-containing ores. This opaque stone has a luster of metal, great weight and high hardness, but at the same time it is a fragile gem. If you hold a stone on any solid surface, then it will remain a trail of blood.
Types of hematite that are known today:
- Red glass head.
- Iron mica.
- Hematite.
- Iron rose.
- Iron shine.
Usually this stone is used during the production of paints and materials that have a red color. For example, a stone is used to create linoleum, red pencils, enamels, etc. The mineral is particularly popular in metallurgy, with it iron is smelted. Also, this stone is known to all due to the fact that jewelers use hematite to create jewelry that has a charming appearance.
Hematite healing properties
Official medicine does not recognize hematite as a remedy for the treatment of diseases, but folk medicine makes extensive use of the mineral, curing various diseases with its help. Moreover, the stone heals the body as a whole, as it has a small magnetic field that positively affects the human body.
Often from hematite create decorations that have healing properties aimed at strengthening the body and its recovery. The first bracelets from this stone can be worn by people with hearing and vision problems. Hematite also cleanses the blood, stabilizes the work of some internal organs (liver, kidney and spleen) involved in this process.
For an exposure to a stone, simply attach it to the organ in need of treatment. In the East, stone is used to heal the boils and clogging of blood vessels. Since ancient times, hematite has been used to stop bleeding. At the same time, the stone can be used to treat tumors, stabilize metabolism, stop bleeding and heal the urinary system.
For a stone to give all its strength you need to use it properly. Among the jewelry are very popular hematite bracelets that can be worn on the arm. As is known, hematite stabilizes pressure, changing its values by 15-20 units. If a person has low blood pressure, it is enough to wear a bracelet on his left hand in the first half of the lunar month. With increased pressure, wear a bracelet in the second half of the lunar month on the right wrist.
The magical properties of hematite stone
Hematite has not only healing, but also magical properties, for example, in ancient times it was often used by shamans and magicians for rituals and rituals. Many modern warlocks now believe that hematite allows them to subdue the spirits of the planets. At the same time, the mineral served as a talisman, giving protection against energy attacks and evil forces. He was repeatedly used to call the spirits of the elements and the souls of dead people. Bloody magical symbols and circles were drawn as stones, and they also believed that hematite would protect against evil spirits, such as vampires.
The main positive magical properties of the stone:
- It relieves anger, rage, and other negative emotions.
- Charm, allowing you to make the right and important decisions.
- Instills a sense of calm and security, while making a person more confident in themselves and their abilities.
Despite the fact that the stone is popular among magicians and shamans, it is not a negative mineral. Moreover, hematite will never help a person to commit atrocities, as he does not tolerate negative actions and thoughts from his owner. The stone is able to redirect and distribute human energy, allowing you to concentrate on really important things. If hematite feels that the owner has conceived something bad, then he begins to resist it, sometimes even harms, only to stop the atrocities.
Other magical abilities of hematite:
- Increases sexual energy.
- Helps in any undertakings, the stone is able to lead its owner to success and recognition.
- Makes the owner brave and courageous, strong, both physically and spiritually.
To get all the magical power of the stone you need to use it correctly. So, experts recommend buying jewelry with hematite in a silver frame. It is better for girls to wear a ring on the index finger of the left hand, but for men it is necessary to wear a ring on the same finger, but of the right hand.
Who is hematite on the sign of the zodiac
Astrologers note that a stone such as hematite has tremendous magical power and energy potential, so not everyone can use it. The mineral is of particular importance only for some signs of the zodiac: Cancer, Aries and Scorpio.
Cancers are often quiet, vulnerable, and shy individuals, so hematite will make them more courageous and confident in themselves, allowing them to succeed in their work activity. Scorpio with the help of hematite will curb its hot-tempered character, and Aries will gain a reliable talisman, bringing good luck and success, both in work and personal life. Hematite is a stone, well concentrating attention, developing thinking and intuition. Not only these three signs of the zodiac can use it, but also people born on the 9th, 18th, 27th of any month.
As for contraindications, hematite cannot be used in Pisces, Virgos and Gemini, since they have an energy field that is not compatible with this stone. The remaining signs should also be careful with this stone, it can be used, but it is forbidden to abuse it. If there is discomfort, the wearing of the stone should be stopped for a while.
The exception to the rule - the stone can be worn by absolutely everyone if it is used for medicinal purposes. In this case, the impact of the stone must be constantly monitored, with the support of an experienced litherapist. It is important to understand that hematite is not just a beautiful stone, but also a very strong magic item that requires proper treatment.
