Stories and legends
Shungite owes its name to the name of the place from which it is extracted, either in a Russian village called Shunga, located in the on the shores of Lake Onega.
According to the legend, Xenia Godunov, daughter of Tsar Boris Fyodorovich Godunov (1551-1605), could no longer have of children. But after drinking water from a gushing out of the black stones, she was regained its fertility and founded a great family.
However, the the virtues of this water had been known for at least five centuries thanks to a legend that tells of a star crashing into earth. This star was then transformed into water.
Later, in the 18th century century, the virtues of the lake and its waters were its stones developed thanks to the emperor Peter the Great (1672-1725). In a first time, he travelled to the site with his doctor to care for his fragile health. He took baths, the purpose of shungite elixir and its health greatly improved. He regained vitality and energy.
He then decided to to combat the dysentery that was afflicting his soldiers. He made them drink shungite, renamed Eaux de Mars in honour of the Roman god of war. Then, the last ten years of his life, he built an establishment thermal springs and had many people suffering from epilepsy or uremia. This is how the first thermal baths.
In 1996, the Americans Robert Curl, Richard Smalley and Britain's Harold Kroto were awarded the Nobel Prize of the Royal Academy of Chemistry of Science in Sweden. Thanks to their study, they discovered fullerenes (the third known form of carbon), present in the composition of thermal waters, beneficial for certain illnesses. Using shungite in natural preparations provides a high benefits.
Shungite exists as two minerals:
- Shungite silvered, very rare, represents only 1% of the the totality of shungites. It has a very high levels of fullerenes, around 98%.
- Black shungite the most widespread and widely used, and more easy to chisel thanks to its low fullerene composition (between 50% and 70 %).
It should be noted that when the concentration is less than 50%. of fullerenes, we are talking about rock shungite and not a shungite stone.
Some farmers mix shungite with soil to make a natural mineral fertilizer. The shungite has the property of maintaining moisture and provides calcium and phosphorus. From studies were carried out in Kazakhstan in some farms and yields were increased by 20 to 40%.
The hardness of the shungite is between 3.5 and 4 on Mohs scale. In comparison, diamond has a hardness of 10, the highest on this same scale.
His existence dates back over 2 billion years about. It is thought to have been born of the plankton mineralization. Other claim that shungite is made from pieces of the planet Phaeton, located between Mars and Jupiter. It was destroyed and gave birth of the asteroid belt. Last but not least, other researchers have discovered an origin volcanic to shungite.
The principal shungite deposit is located in Russia, in the village of Shunga, on the shores of Lake Onega.
Les benefits of shungite in lithotherapy
Ses psychological benefits
Shungite is a mineral stone of deep connection to the earth. It promotes reconciliation with the self inner self. It eliminates discomfort by finding the reasons for blockages linked to the traumas of childhood. It allows us to move forward in life, to find the courage to overcome difficulties encountered. It provokes reconciliation with oneself, which self-esteem, self-confidence and insurance.
It is said that this beautiful black mineral opens its wearer to creativity and success. It's a shield against harmful energies of certain people. It keeps jealousy, resentment and anger at bay. bad influences.
Shungite is a mineral stone with strong protective power against electromagnetic waves. It enables neutralize radiation and disturbances caused by waves from modern wireless devices (computer, telephone, Wi-Fi, etc.). It effective nuisance control cosmo-telluric (faults, water tables, etc.) underground rivers).
In addition, for information, Régine Martino, a specialist in shungite, has written a book entitled "La shungite, energy of life". To work in a serene atmosphere or simply feel good at home, shungite can be deposited anywhere and spread its protection.
His physical benefits
Shungite is reputed to stimulate the immune system immune system. It has wave protection electromagnetic.
Shungite is a mineral which activates and improves the circulation of body fluids. Promotes elimination. It is a stone of vitality that restores energy to its wearer. In this way, it fights effective against sadness and depression. It reduces fatigue and makes you want to take up an activity physical.
Shungite and astrological signs associates
Shungite is a mineral very special stone with virtues and benefits for all natives of the zodiac. However, it can develop particular affinities with certain signs astrological signs. This is the case for following:
- Taurus: symbol of the earth, of solidity and reliability. This sign represents obstinacy, loyalty and fertility. Wearing a shungite provides the necessary protection against negative energies and strengthens its connection with the earth. This sign is very stubborn and nothing can change his mind. He is patient and persevering. He always manages to achieve its objectives and has a well-balanced personality. He moves forward steps in life, at his own pace and takes his time before taking action. It's realistic and pragmatic. He is very materialistic acquire movable and immovable property. From a generosity, he willingly shares with his entourage. Earning money is fundamental for him. He can't be influenced and can't stand the idea of being manipulated. He can then have one of his tantrums legendary. He can't stand change and enjoys his routine. In love, he is tender and sensual. He likes to give pleasure to his partner. He can be charming and seductive. However, he longs to meet his better half. Very loyal by nature, he likes the idea of start a family;
- Lion: the symbol of power, glory and nobility. This sign represents royalty flattery and pride. Wearing shungite allows us to move forward and find the right the courage to overcome difficulties met. This sign likes to evolve in a world luxury and parties. He loves being at the center of and has a tendency to speak for everyone. the world. He appreciates being surrounded by a court of admirers. This sign is proud and determined. On the other hand, he hates lose and is a very bad player. From a generosity, he willingly shares with his surroundings. He has a lot of confidence and self-confidence. He always tries too hard and arrogant and proud. Very ambitious, he can be authoritarian, even tyrannical. He is used to being obeyed. and can get into terrible fits of anger if the you don't do what he wants. In love, he is passionate, full of ardor and ardor. He likes to seduce and multiply conquests: this reassures his ego. He can't live without love. Over the years, he came to love the idea of marriage and of the family;
- Sagittarius: symbol of the higher mind, philosophy and religion. This sign represents intellect, adventure and luck. The harbor shungite opens him up to creativity and to success. Without being overbearing, this sign knows how to be obeyed. He is jovial and enthusiastic. He loves to go abroad and long journeys. It needs a activity that gives him freedom. Very It is said to bring good luck. It hates routine and multiplies activities. But he doesn't finish them all. He does, he's having trouble meeting his commitments. His company is sought-after, because it is warm, cheerful and optimistic. He tends to speak frankly about things and can be very hurtful. He may hypocrisy in the workplace to get what he wants. He hates advice, it then becomes sensitive and short-tempered. He can't stand still and is always 100%. In love, he idealizes relationships. It's a dreamer in search of true love. However, the he can behave like a libertine and aspire to make all kinds of sexual experiences. The maturity brings him serenity, he becomes then a loyal and honest spouse.
Shungite and chakras
Shungite helps balance the root chakra. This chakra is located at the perineum level, at the base of the spine. The root chakra gives a sense of security. The feels good about herself. They feel well-being and vitality physics.
The root chakra unbalanced, too open makes the person selfish, authoritarian and violent. She shows herself hyperactive and excessive in everything she does. does. She likes to accumulate material goods and money. She falls into addictions by tobacco and alcohol abuse. She has a life unbridled sexuality.
The root chakra unbalanced, underactive, makes the person worried. She's afraid she'll run out of money. food, losing her job. She is often stressed, afraid of being abandoned. She suffers from a lack of willpower and confidence in herself. At night, she makes many nightmares. She can't solve everyday problems.
The interview, purification and recharging of the shungite
Since its launch extraction to your home, your shungite has been in contact with all kinds of negative or positive energies. It is possible even if it has lost some of its efficiency.
As soon as he arrived in your home, proceed with the purification of your stone. Immerse it in a glass of source for 3 hours. Dry gently to remove all impurities. You you can also use the fumigation method with white sage or a fleur de vie or a bowl Tibetan.
Shungite is a mineral stone that cannot be recharged: it possesses molecular characteristics that make it needs no recharging.
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