Selenite

The Selenite (stone angels)

A large number of theories about the origins of the selenite. The one that comes up most often and which seems the most logical is linked to the Greek mythology.

In mythology goddess of the moon is named Selene. Selene is the daughter of the titans Hyperion and Theia and reflects the purity and benevolence. These are also qualities associated with the white moon.

An alternative hypothesis explains that selenite comes from the Greek word "selenitis" literally translates as moonstone. It's true that the stone has a radiance similar to that of the star. And so it is, many beliefs attribute powers to this magnificent stone white.

We find the selenite since Antiquity. Pliny the Elder (23 A.D. and 79 A.D.) famous Roman writer and naturalist, author of an encyclopedia entitled Histoire Naturelle, explains that pure selenite was used in the manufacture of windows to replace glass. These white minerals (selenite, talc and micas) were intersected under the term lapis specularis, or specular stone. specular.

In the Middle Ages, some selenite deposits were discovered and exploited in Germany. They produced crystals so large that they were used to protect miraculous images of the Virgin Mary. These varieties of unusual crystals were baptized "marienglas" or Marie's glass in French. German.

In Italy, the selenite is found in abundance around Bologna. It was widely used as a building material. In fact in the manufacture of the first fortifications of the city and the Towers of Bologna. Selenite is widely appreciated for its induration qualities (hardening of an organic material) and for its jointed kernels more imposing than those of Tuscan alabaster (natural white stone) for sculpting and carving stone).

Selenite is a variant of gypsum, a mineral species containing calcium sulfate dihydrate. When in its crystallized form, it has a high translucent or even transparent appearance, with iridescent reflections (featuring the colors of the rainbow). It is therefore part of the gypsum fibrous. It is sometimes confused with moonstone, a member of the feldspars.

Beware of the the fragility of selenite: in fact, the latter has a hardness of 2 on the Mohs. For comparison, diamond has a hardness of of 10 on the same scale. Selenite requires a great deal of skill. care in handling. It is it is essential not to bring it into contact with water, since it tends to be soluble.

The deposits of raw selenite

The main deposits are located in Morocco, Argentina Brazil, Spain, etc.

Green benefits selenite in lithotherapy

Benefits for the skin psychic level

Selenite is a purifying stone for our environment. It helps to dispel negative energies and to attract positive energies. This to create a sense of serenity, conducive to elevating the spirit and meditation. It develops intuition and provides a certain strength.

This mineral enables to bring to the surface any blockages and past traumas. It provokes open your mind to receive energy, fighting demons and overcoming his complexes. It makes you want to go from and overcome difficulties encountered.

Selenite is an excellent anti-stress stone. It gives the ability to manage emotions and anxiety and anguish. It provides openness to others, encourages compassion and empathy. It generates understanding and good communication between the wearer and his entourage.

This fabulous stone is reputed to be an excellent gift for a pregnant woman. Its energy accompanies her throughout her pregnancy bringing well-being and peace of mind.

Psychologically selenite helps you to refocus, to be more increase your ability to concentrate and imagination. She is perfect for developing creativity and for students during exams.

Protection of the selenite on the plane physique

Stress-relieving stone, reduces tension. It promotes the proper functioning of the chakra crown.

Drop a lamp selenite in a chamber will make it possible to spread positive energies that will quality sleep. It keeps agitated thoughts and nightmares.

It is said of this that it is beneficial for and to soothe infants and toddlers. age. It is renowned for its benefits on female cycles.

Selenite fights back against states of intense sadness, gives the desire to move forward and be in the action. A priori, it promotes good circulation of body fluids.

Selenite and the astrological signs associates

Selenite has a lunar energy with many benefits and virtues for all natives of the zodiac. However, particular affinities are created with the following astrological signs :

Taurus symbol of stability, security and fertility and earth. This sign represents stubbornness, loyalty and perseverance. Wearing a selenite makes her envious moving forward and overcoming difficulties. This sign is tenacious and patient. It weighs up every decision and never acts hastily. light. He is materialistic and likes to possess movable property, land. Acquire him gives a feeling of enjoyment. It has a well-balanced personality and likes to know where he goes. He has a very down-to-earth spirit and pragmatic. With great honesty, he is impossible to change his mind. He has a very stubborn nature and never gives up. He always manages to keep out of trouble met. His stubbornness makes him feel flexibility and adaptability. He is very afraid of is lacking, but he shows a lot of generosity. In love, he is reliable, sensual and loves to cuddle. He's a great seducer, who studies his prey before taking the plunge. He multiplies conquests, then stabilizes. He is looking for true love. He demonstrates and tenderness. He wants start a family and aspire to a quiet life ;
Cancer: symbol of the family, origins and nostalgia. This sign represents sensitivity, imagination and the past. Visit wearing a selenite enables it to fight stress and gives him the opportunity to manage emotions, anxiety and anxieties. This sign is very often worried and fragile. He constantly needs gentleness and security. When he feels comfortable and reassured, he becomes very creative. Surrounded by his family, he unleashes his imagination and starts creating. He dreads abandonment and does everything to make itself indispensable to his family. He is very helpful. Sometimes he can be aggressive: it's his way of hiding his shyness. He is not adventurous and prefers his routine. Very hypersensitive, he has great difficulty manage his emotions. He is not afraid of He's a hard worker, loyal at the same time, conscientious and assumes its responsibilities. Visit love, it is often tender, romantic and sentimental. It is said to be one of the emotional dependency. It has a constant need for reassurance and feel safe. His partner will have to and be very patient. This sign is very loyal and makes an excellent parent;
Verseau symbol of modernity, of the freedom and science. This sign represents friendship, fraternity and news technologies. Wearing a selenite helps him to chase away negative energies inner serenity and develop his intuition. This sign dreams of a fairer world, more egalitarian. He sometimes has ideas utopian, even anarchic. It is for the abolition of state-run systems and hierarchies. He needs to have a large and no one can take that away from him. He has a remarkable intuition like a sixth sense. He's never wrong, and his first impressions are the right ones. He is very and sometimes seems very far away in his thoughts. He is stubborn and nothing no one can change his mind. He can be dry, intolerant and proud. Sometimes he becomes marginalized. He must then develops projects. Indeed, boredom is his worst enemy. In love, he is suspicious, never is not looking for passionate relationships. He prefers to have a loving friendship with one or a relatively independent partner. He/she has too afraid of losing his freedom. So he prefers pacs to marriage.

Selenite and the chakras

Selenite helps balancing the coronal chakra. This chakra is is located in the fontanelle, above the head. It stands for wisdom, altruism and self-knowledge. This balanced chakra, and compassion. understanding of others. The person no longer fear of others. She is calm and serene.

The coronal chakra unbalanced, overactive causes imbalances. The person no longer feels physical pleasures. She is completely detached from material possessions and has to find its place.

The coronal chakra, unbalanced, blocked, closes the person to the spirituality. She becomes excessively materialistic. She never assumes her responsibilities and overwork, thinking he's indispensable.

Purification and reloading of the selenite

As soon as it is extracted, selenite can neither be purified nor recharging, using the elements that like the moon and the earth. In addition, she came into contact with numerous sometimes harmful influences. As soon as he arrived in your home, it is imperative to purify and recharge it. The following operations are also to be carried out maintenance at least once a year month or after a lithotherapy.

Please do not use no water to purify your selenite, because it is water-soluble. Purify it with sea salt, white sage fumigation, the use of a flower of life or a bowl Tibetan.

Selenite is a moon stone: recharge it with light of the full moon or by placing it on a amethyst geode or on a quartz cluster for 24 hours.

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