Azurite Malachite

Malachite azurite in lithotherapy

Azurite malachite is a very fragile stone. It must be sheltered to prevent damage. It must be protected from light, and temperature variations. Be careful, because there are many stones azurite malachite which are in fact stones but sold as stones natural.

It should be noted that that azurite and malachite have the same chemical composition and the same crystalline. In malachite azurite, we find notes that over time azurite has ability to transform into malachite, it is the phenomenon of pseudomorphosis. In this association, azurite and malachite are together in syngenesis, i.e. they are joined are formed at the same time within the same aggregate thanks to an oxidation phenomenon of the copper.

History of azurite

Familiar since the 17th century century B.C., azurite has been used in many civilizations. From have been identified in some ointments. made by 4th Dynasty Egyptians. This stone was reputed to combat pain. Azurite also had a other function, which was to serve as a blue pigment in frescoes or in the decoration of objets d'art.

At the same time, the Greeks call this stone "kuanos". (cyan). For them, it represents a stone with powerful healing powers. As for Romans, they called it the "caeruleum". It is also a pigment used in decorations or paints art. The Greeks and Romans had found deposits of this stone in Armenia or on the island of Cyprus.

In civilization Maya, the blue stone had a sacred power: she evoked the wisdom of great purity of the heart.

In 317 BC Jesus Christ, the alchemist, philosopher and botanist, Theophrastus describes azurite in his work Le Traité des Pierres and gave it the name of Lapis Armenis or Stone from Armenia.

In the Middle Ages, the bluestone comes from Germany or Hungary. It is used to color manuscripts. Then discovered at Chessy-les-Mines in the Rhône region, we also calls it chessylitis.

In 1824, the mineralogist and geologist François Sulpice Beudant gives it the name azurite, in reference to its azure blue color.

History of malachite

It takes its name from the the Latin word "malachite", meaning "to through. This term comes from a plant called "Malaché". The leaves of this plant have an intense green color.

Truly worshipped by the Egyptians, malachite is the symbol of eternal youth and rebirth. When the Egyptians spoke of the after death, they spoke of the realm of the Malachite. They firmly believed in the resurrection and a new life after death, represented by malachite. During their pregnancy, Egyptian women wore a malachite around their necks and honored Thouéris, protective goddess of motherhood with this stone offering.

In Greece, the combatants wore malachite amulets to protect them from injury. This green stone was known to help to heal faster. This stone decoration in the temple of Artémis, goddess of the hunt in Ephesus.

In the Middle Ages, people attributed virtues to this stone that enabled the to understand animals. We used them also as a good luck charm, and it was thought that this stone protected children from disease deadly.

But this stone is often used as an ornamental stone to this day, we discover it in numerous illuminations or frescoes.

The stone azurite malachite

This stone is a a mixture of blue azurite and green malachite. It is particularly appreciated for its unusual look with this mix of intense blue and shimmering green. Today, this stone is used in the manufacture of jewelry and in the practice of lithotherapy. And that's not all, is particularly beneficial, as it combines the benefits of both stones.

Azurite deposits raw

The deposits of azurite malachite stone can be found in Peru, Congo, Bolivia China, Mexico.

The properties of stone azurite malachite in lithotherapy

Azurite stone malachite combines the benefits of two stones and is therefore particularly popular for its many qualities.

Benefits for the skin psychic level

Azurite is an particularly effective for people suffering from stress, anxiety and anxiety. It helps rest the mind and the psyche by providing soothing.

It promotes introspection, helps us to understand certain blockages caused by events of the past and to overcome them. It's a stone turned forward-looking, encouraging projects both family and professional.

This stone provides spiritual elevation and cultivates intuitions, makes us see what lies beyond appearances. It facilitates meditation and concentration.

It develops the wisdom and harmonious living.

Malachite boosts self-confidence and eliminates negative feelings. It keeps the wearer away tension and intense sadness. It also reduces anxiety and anxiety. For example, it eliminates nightmares and provides restful sleep and quality.

This stone also develops wisdom and enables better understanding of others. It generates great listening skills.

Placed on the the throat, it frees speech and provides positive communication. It gives you the opportunity to structure and clarify thoughts.

Its virtues physically

It is a stone that soothes the whole disorders linked to nervousness and stress. It releases accumulated tension.

It promotes the proper functioning of the chakra throat as well as the root chakra.

Malachite azurite is also beneficial for fluid circulation body. It encourages us to love life and to have positive thoughts.

Azurite malachite and astrological signs associates

Azurite malachite is a perfect match for the signs of the zodiac, but its action, although already powerful, is further strengthened in the native to the following signs:

Gemeaux: symbol of communication, the exchanges, intelligence. This sign has a lot to do with adolescence, teenagers and correspondences, the mind. It is a sign that goes perfectly with azurite malachite. It is often very natural optimistic and knows how to look on the bright side. Quick to put things into perspective when things get difficult in life. He's sociable and very charming. On seeks his company, we enjoy talking with him, because he's a great listener. He has always need to be stimulated mentally and has great intelligence. But be careful, underneath its light, fun side, it hides anxiety and have a strong influence azurite malachite helps to dispel anxieties. In love, it is light, seductive and pleasant. He likes to discover others, or rather others, because he loves to forage. But after a few years, once they know each other well, he manages to build a great story of love.
Virgo: symbol of the method, of organization and measures. This sign has a highly logical mind and is extremely perfectionist. On the other hand, he is naturally very anxious. Also, the wearing malachite azurite brings him and harmony. This sign is linked to medicine, dietetics and hygiene. But he's also very altruistic likes to help others. He suffers from a great lack of self-confidence and azurite malachite will restore his confidence. It is necessary that he avoids stress, as it becomes very critical. However, he is able to devote himself body and soul for his friends. He becomes very happy if he knows he's indispensable. At love, he shows a great deal of modesty, very critical and unsentimental.

Azurite malachite opens up the throat and head chakras heart

The chakras linked to malachite azurite are throat and heart chakras.

On the heart chakra, it opens to love unconditional and pure. It enables differentiate between good and bad people. It helps to dissolve our fears while at the same time soothing.

On the throat chakra, it releases the speech, and to promote quality communication. It frees you from shyness.

Maintenance, purifying and recharging azurite malachite

After the purchase of your azurite malachite, you'll need to clean it, purify and recharge it. Likewise, these operations are to be renewed regularly. In fact, malachite azurite has is highly absorbent and can be used to so it saturates quickly.

Pass on your azurite malachite under running water or immerse it in demineralized water for just one minute. ten minutes. Above all, do not use salt and do not leave it too long in the water. Wipe gently with a cloth. soft.

You can also use the purify using fumigation: pass your stone in the smoke of incense, wood of sandalwood or sage. You can use this alternating with water. The purification of your stone can also be using a bowl Tibetan.

You recharge it at the morning sun for an hour or two. You you can place it on a quartz cluster or on amethyst druse for 24 hours hours.

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