His training and its properties
Obsidian is a silica-rich volcanic rock. Different types of obsidian exist. They differ in due to the rock's chemical composition. Obsidian is actually a natural glass. It forms during an eruption of rich lava. in silica with less than 3% water. At outlet of the volcano, it undergoes a very freezing the process of crystallization.
This can be akin to a piece of lava that has suddenly congealed as it emerged from the volcano. The direct consequence of this phenomenon is the impossibility for the rock to crystallize. The result is creation of a volcanic glass texture uniform and described as mineral amorphous. Obsidian also possesses sharp edges and high-powered blades. finesse. It is a natural mineral with a complex composition.
So, obsidian is essentially composed of silicon dioxide around 70% or more. Its fracture is conchoidal (i.e. criss-crossed with curved and concentric stripes) and its hardness is from 5 to 5.5 on the Mohs scale. It has different colors, different reflections due to the volcano where it was discovery and its various inclusions. It is to emphasize that each deposit, linked to a specific volcano, provides obsidian different.
Green, brown, gray or black, it can sometimes have reflections gold, silver, even all the colours of the colors of the rainbow, (the effect produced by the presence of hematites or magnesites). It it also happens that two obsidian colors mix.
Stories and legends
There are also traces of obsidian in certain objects dating from around 2 to 4 million years ago years, notably in Kenya. During excavations knives, arrows and other artefacts. lances have been discovered. Occasionally, depending on its composition, obsidian can be polished to create mirrors rustic.
As early as 7,000 BC Obsidian was widely used in the Middle Ages. in surgery because of its cut. A trace of trepanning is visible, removal of part of the skull bone either to clean a wound or to bring in the spirits.
In Mesopotamia, some traces of obsidian blades have been identified as early as 5,000 BC.
In Egypt, obsidian was brought in from the Red Sea, Greece or Italy. The Egyptians used it for its beauty, its mystery and its value. They realized the eyes of their statues, especially those in the mask of Tutankhamun (1323 BC). Obsius returns from Ethiopia, brought back obsidian specimens and decided to give them their name, either obsidianus in Latin. Obsidian was used for manufacture of all kinds of objects ornaments, jewelry or tools.
However, at the Mexico, there's another legend. At the time where the natives were short of food, the men went hunting where they had to to face wild beasts, even mammoths. They left women and children the protection of the elders. Then, one day, the tribe was attacked by wild hyenas and fierce. But the elders no longer when the young Obsid, son of the most valiant warrior, saw a black stone on the floor. He tied it securely on a piece of wood. He threw this fortune on one of the hyenas, who howled in pain, making all the others flee. The whole tribe honored the young Obsid and granted him the status of warrior, and the stone was named after him. name.
In the tribe of the Navajos, obsidian was one of the 4 sacred stones. Obsidian Mountain corresponds to Mount Hesperus. In some stories of their creation, the human heart would have been created by the gods with obsidian.
For years mages, wizards and sorcerers. prophets use polished obsidian as a means of mirror. They claimed to be able to read the future inside. But it was Dr John Dee (1527 - 1608) who used it once again to spread his prophecies. He became very famous and the story goes that it made it possible to foil certain plots against the crown English.
Les deposits
The main obsidian deposits are located in Mexico, at Madagascar, the United States, etc.
Obsidian celestial eye
Obsidian eye is also called obsidian. rainbow. It's a black obsidian with color zones ranging from violet to green. Sound name given to it by Reynald Boschiero, one of the pioneers of lithotherapy since 1987. He is the author of Dictionnaire des stones used in lithotherapy, published in 1992.
Then one day that he had not yet begun to write on the stones, he felt a strange sensation from the obsidian ball on his desk. He felt observed by superior forces and fell into a phase of ecstasy. He concludes that the eye watched him through the obsidian. He then christened it obsidian celestial eye and the name has stuck.
Really, obsidian celestial eye is the result a rare phenomenon. It involves contact between lava with water, when the lava spills out in a lake or ocean. Thermal shock This results in a glassy texture. In this way, iron and captured magnesium generate a mixture rainbow colors.
Obsidian eye is a natural glass. This stone solidified on a layer of volcanic ash. up to 40 cm thick. When the stone is cut in the shape of a sphere, the reflections represent circles that evoke eyes. At United States, we prefer the name of rainbow obsidian in view of its multiple colors.
When filing in layer of elemental nanoparticles (feldspar, hedenbergite, magnetite, etc.), a optical effect occurs. Light penetrating in obsidian becomes trapped in the natural glass. A rainbow effect is created and gives the stone its soft colors. You can see an eye shape when polishing the stone.
Les benefits of obsidian celestial eye in lithotherapy
Ses psychological benefits
Obsidian eye celestial power protector. It surrounds its wearer with a armor, which repels negative energies and harmful influences. It transforms them into light and ward off bad luck.
This obsidian helps to develop the perception of others and to reveal the true personality of his interlocutor. In this way, the wearer can avoid to be taken advantage of by people who are more or less honest.
It is said to be a terribly effective stone for introspection. You have to be prepared to test it. It highlights some deeply hidden events within the mind. Their revelation can provoke shock.
This incredible allows you to update certain traumas, which lead to blockages psychological. It enables to move forward in life and overcome difficulties encountered.
Obsidian eye and self-confidence. self. It brings serenity, particularly to the bedtime. It is ideal for people who have agitated thoughts and suffer from insomnia. Placed in a bedroom, it generates quality sleep.
This stone encourages optimism and positivity. She brings the calm and peace necessary for happiness. The serenity it radiates well-being and openness to others. She gives compassion and empathy towards others.
Ses physical benefits
Obsidian eye the celestial body to fight against states of intense sadness. It gives energy and vitality. It protects against certain disorders.
It allows you to want to get back to work and a healthy diet balanced. It promotes the proper functioning solar plexus chakra.
It generates the good circulation of body fluids. By It also protects against external pollutants. It provides great mental strength.
Obsidian celestial eye and astrological signs associates
Obsidian eye is a stone with powerful benefits and numerous powers acting on all the natives of the zodiac. Sometimes some stones can form a bond with certain astrological signs. This is particularly the case with the following signs :
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Taurus symbol of the power, of the fertility and abundance. This sign represents patience, perseverance and reliability. Wearing an obsidian eye enables it to repel the energies of the earth. and negative influences. This sign is very stubborn and nothing can make him change his mind. He knows exactly where he's going in life. He works hard because his pleasure involves the acquisition of things, of land, etc. He proceeds at his own pace, often calm and placid. A realist, he possesses a very down-to-earth. Very honest, he is He's also very generous. He loves share with those around him. He is reliable and can count on him. He likes to enjoy pleasures of life and is very greedy. Visit love, he's sensual. He caresses and cuddles a lot. Young, he appeals enormously and is a real heartbreaker. Visit aging, he or she is looking for a partner for life. He loves the idea of marriage to have a family;
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Gémeaux symbol of communication, of the curiosity and intelligence. This sign represents studies, adolescence and intelligence. Wearing an obsidian eye and self-confidence. self. Under its light and superficial aspects, this sign hides his anguish and anxiety. His presence is sought, because it's pleasant, pleasant and light. Curious by nature, he looks to the future and advances technology. Always on the move, it is all the gossip. His audience is hanging on his lips: he has the art and the way of telling any anecdote. Often very happy, he has great facility adaptability. His open-mindedness and creativity are major assets. Visit He's a true seducer. Light and frivolous, he likes to go from flower to flower. He loves to experiment. And yet, it's a true romantic who's at the soulmate search;
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Fish symbol of infinity and religion and faith. This sign represents sacrifice, mystery and betrayal. Wearing a obsidian celestial eye helps him overcome some of life's difficulties. It is equipped with artistic gifts, particularly in music. Sensitive and idealistic, he is strongly easily influenced and can quickly lapse into addictions. He's very extravagant and he doesn't doesn't go unnoticed. A great susceptibility, he can't stand criticism, nor reproaches. Changeable and paradoxical, this sign is hard to pin down. It often suffers from anxiety attacks and takes refuge in her world of dreams. Indeed, he often head in the clouds. However, he has a flair incredible for bargains. He likes to be surrounded by his family, where he feels at home. security. He is sorely lacking in self-confidence and can have terrible seizures of anguish. In love, this sign is paradoxical, because it can make the most of total dedication or on the contrary, be very libertine. He seeks the love, but also to make the most experiences. He tends to idealize too much the other, to the point of devaluing oneself.
Obsidian celestial eye and chakras
Obsidian eye chakra, helps to balance the third eye. This chakra is located between the eyebrows, at the root of the nose. This chakra of the third eye represents knowledge, memory and intuition. This balanced chakra provides of wisdom, intuition and knowledge. It develops the ability to synthesis, discernment and knowledge. Visit person is detached from possessions material.
The Chakra of the unbalanced, overactive third eye, leads to a disproportionate mysticism and plunges irrationality. This rejects reality and cannot have normal relations with others people.
The Chakra of the unbalanced, blocked third eye causes the rejection of all forms of spirituality. Visit no one has any intuition left to search for not to cultivate herself. She is attached to her habits and clings to possessions material.
Maintenance, obsidian purification and recharging celestial eye
It is strongly to purify and recharge your obsidian celestial eye immediately after purchase. During shipment, it has been in contact with various energies. As soon as When you arrive at your new home, you need to do the following to the following operations. These operations are to be maintenance at least once a year months.
Dip your obsidian in a glass filled with spring water. Place it in the center of a plate filled with salt. salt. After 2 hours, discard the sea salt. the outside of your home and dry your stone delicately with a cloth soft. You can also purify it with fumigation with white sage or in a bowl Tibetan.
Recharge it using the in the afternoon sun for 2 hours. hours. You can also put it in a amethyst geode or on a quartz cluster for 24 hours.
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