Green serpentine

The stone from Serpentine

Serpentine should its name from the Latin "serpentinus" meaning "snake stone". It was named because of its rough appearance, reminiscent of the skin of a snake.

This stone has other names such as ophite or ophiolite, derived from the Greek "ophios", meaning literally translated snake.

Serpentine is available in a variety of colors, from colorless to white, grey, brown, beige, black, and even blue. But its best-known color olive green remains.

Serpentine is not a mineral, but a whole family of minerals belonging to the silicate group, phyllosilicate subgroup. This family has around twenty polymorphs. These polymorphs are found in a wide range of rocks metamorphic rocks rich in iron and aluminium, manganese, nickel, zinc, calcium and/or magnesium.

It's a stone relatively difficult to identify. Its brilliance varies between fatty, silky and glassy. It has a hardness of 2.5 to 3.5 on Mohs scale. For comparison, diamond has the highest hardness, i.e. 10 on this same scale. You could say that serpentine is relatively fragile.

Serpentine is therefore very rich in trace elements. Its formation takes place during a chemical process between the water molecules and the peridotite that constitutes the surface layer of the mantle terrestrial.

Since serpentine has been known and used since exploited for its curative properties. In Egypt and in Mesopotamia, cylinder seals were created because of the properties of serpentine, notably its oily appearance. Thus, it did not adhere to the wax or clay on seals.

The Romans made ornaments from this stone. They were also used against the bites of snake and to protect themselves from black magic. This stone was reputed to combat the poison, because glass or glassware is serpentine container broke.

In Italy until In the Middle Ages, sorcerers were certain that the serpentine could be used to extract venom.

In New Zealand, the Maoris used to carve sacred serpentine cult objects and their gave the name "Tangiwai" or "tears".

In Africa, the serpentine symbolizes movement, strength and fertility.

In addition to his numerous curative virtues, serpentine was used vases, glasses, pots and jars where remedies were kept. Serpentine improved the shelf life of the preparation it contained.

Since 1965, the serpentine becomes the official stone of State of California in the United States.

The deposits of raw serpentine

The main deposits are located in China and Russia, etc.

The serpentine in lithotherapy

Benefits for the skin psychic level

Serpentine has this incredible shielding function against waves or harmful energies that attack the mental. In this way, it promotes relaxation and meditation by ridding the mind of parasitic thoughts. It reconnects the this stone to its inner self.

Serpentine enables identify certain bottlenecks linked to past traumas. So she engages her to move forward, to overcome the obstacles life's difficulties and achieve objectives. It reduces nervousness and stress and anxiety. It brings serenity and inner peace.

This incredible Olive green stone symbolizes freedom. It helps to become aware of the true meaning of to choose its orientations in accordance with oneself and without being influenced by judgment. and the gaze of others.

Serpentine is to overcome pain associated with the loss of a loved one or as a result of an accident. divorce or separation. It alleviates stress and brings greater fulfillment. It is excellent for new departures in such as a change of job, a change of family a new love relationship or a new project.

This stone is a anchoring stone and helps focus on the moment. It is ideal for people too attached to the past or too looking to the future.

Benefits for the skin physical plan

Powerful stone anti-stress, serpentine helps to calm restless thoughts before bedtime. Set in a bedroom, it provides quality sleep and recuperative. The wearer recovers vitality and energy as soon as you wake up. And so.., it gains in efficiency, particularly in professional, because much more productive.

Serpentine helps to fix vitamins A and C, which are essential for the smooth running of the body.

Serpentine and the astrological signs associates

Serpentine, with its multi-mineral constitution, generates powerful benefits and multiple virtues on all the natives of the zodiac. Sometimes the stone may have affinities with certain astrological signs. This is the case for the following signs:

Gémeaux : symbol of exchange, of the communication and curiosity. This sign represents education, intelligence and movement. Wearing a serpentine reduces its nervousness, stress and anxiety. It brings serenity and inner peace to its carrier. This sign is very curious, loves all new technologies and discoveries in space. Always on the move multiplies skills. However, it's not going to not always the end of his projects. His good mood is legendary and his company is appreciated. He's sociable, full of energy and very witty. He hates routine and loves travel. He's very open-minded and a lot of mental creativity. He is easy to adapt, whatever the situation. location. However, under this superficial appearance, it conceals a great deal of anguish and anxiety. He is self-deprecating and his natural optimism prevails. At He's a great seducer. He possesses charm and humor. He loves multiplying conquests and moving from relationship to relationships. He is very afraid of commitment and lose his freedom. Over the years, he calms down and makes an excellent spouse;
Balance symbol of justice, of the balance and peace. This sign represents harmony, marriage and elegance. Visit wearing a serpentine helps him to take the true meaning of life and to live according to your ideas without suffering the influence of others. This sign has grace and class. He loves to evolve in social gatherings, exudes an elegance and has a gift for dance. He loves be the center of attention and be admired. This sign hates vulgarity and dirt. He is very afraid of solitude. He can't stand conflicts and proves to be an excellent mediator. He dreams of a fairer, more equitable world. egalitarian, with widespread distribution of knowledge. He is also a great generosity, shows a great deal of altruism and kindness. However, under its smiling exterior, there's a lot to hide. and determination. In love, this sign is sentimental, romantic and peace-loving. A sign of marriage, it hates solitude and makes to find a partner. He needs to be admired, loved and desired. Its charm is legendary. He always manages to that her relationship works;
Fish symbol of infinity and religion and faith. This sign represents intuition, clairvoyance and mystery. Wearing a serpentine provides protection against negative energies and frees him from thoughts parasites that attack the mind. Impressionable and idealistic, this sign is very easily influenced and can quickly fall into any addictions, such as tobacco, alcohol or drugs. He tends to flee reality and to seek refuge in the a softer, dreamier world. He is very sensitive and does not tolerate reproaches. He can show a extravagance and originality. He has a unique style of clothing and can even be marginal. On the other hand, he has intuition and flair. We find great of this sign. It has a lot of creativity and a genuine artistic. In love, this sign is double and paradoxical. He can behave like a real or on the contrary to seek a relationship durable. Very erotic, he likes to let himself go to many carnal experiences. He has tendency to devalue and over-idealize the other.

Serpentine and the chakras

Serpentine helps the balance of the frontal chakra, called third eye chakra. It is located between the eyes, at the root of the nose. It represents the knowledge, intelligence and skills. discernment. It develops intuition and self-mastery. The third eye chakra generates wisdom and intuitive understanding. The person is soothed and serene. She discovers others and herself with clarity and lucidity. She overcomes difficulties of life.

The Chakra of the third eye, unbalanced, overactive plunges the person in an abusive intellectualization and exaggerated mysticism. She no longer and rejects the pleasures of life. physical. She believes she has the truth about everything and cannot have normal.

The Chakra of the third eye, unbalanced, blocked is closed to all forms of spirituality. Visit rationality of the individual excessive. She clings desperately to and her routine. She has to deal with life's problems and to be able to overcoming hardship.

Maintenance, purification and recharging of the serpentine

Since its launch extraction, the serpentine came into contact with influences, and could not and did not purify, nor recharge with the elements of like the sun, water or earth. He it may even have lost its energy and efficiency. As soon as he joined your home, it is essential to carry out its purification and recharging. Operations are also to be carried out in maintenance at least once a month or after a lithotherapy session.

Pass your under running water for just a few minutes. a minute due to its fragility. By do not put it in contact with salt. Dry gently with a towel. soft cloth to remove any remaining impurities. For lighter purification, use white sage fumigation or a special flower of life or a Tibetan bowl.

Recharge your under the rays of the full moon. You you can also place it on a geode or on a quartz cluster for 24 hours. hours.

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