Storytelling and legends
Red jasper belongs to the large jasper family and is undoubtedly the best known of all.
This magnificent red stone is a member of the quartz family microcrystalline. Red jasper forms in deep in the earth at very high pressures high. It contains a minimum of 85% silica with numerous inclusions.
It's these inclusions that will give all the characteristics of jasper in general. At according to their appearance and color, from numerous jaspers have been identified. They include such as dalmatian or leopard jasper, jasper or yellow jasper, etc.
There are also inclusions in a variety of colors and shapes shapes as for landscape jasper or jasper ocean. This type of jasper is also known as ocean jasper. orbicularis, because of its orbicular inclusions. curves.
Furthermore, the jasper takes its name from the Greek "iasis" and the Latin Latin "jaspidem" meaning "stone speckled". In fact, this mineral can also have a mottled or even zebra-like appearance (example: zebra jasper).
Compared to others jasper, red jasper has a higher concentration than white jasper. high iron dioxide content: this gives it a high this incredible red color. This type of jasper is the most widespread and well-known of all. Thanks to numerous archaeological digs, we can was able to retrace the different stories and legends linked to red jasper.
As soon as prehistoric times, arrowheads have been in red jasper. He was also used as a hunting tool. Indeed, this stone cut well and was able to become hard and sharp.
The Egyptians, red jasper is the symbol of life eternal. They carved this fabulous stone in the form of a beetle or made all kinds of jewelry. They put a beetle in the tombs of their dead in order to for the long journey. They made it pendants with strong protective powers, especially against animal bites poisonous. They made many statuettes in homage to their gods.
With the Greeks and the Romans, this red stone was associated to their goddesses. For example, the Greeks honored Gaia, the earth goddess, in order to for good harvests. Then came the Romans honored Bon Dea, goddess of fertility, for her having children.
In religion Christianity, many stories explain the formation of this red jasper during the crucifixion of Christ. In this way, the blood of Christ spreading to the ground gave rise to red jasper. Furthermore, the texts of the Apocalypse indicate that Christ's throne is adorned with red jasper. In the Bible, red jasper adorns Aaron's breastplate. In the Middle Ages, it was also known as the Stone of Martyrs.
Indians to protect themselves from the attacks of the carrying a red jasper. Wearing red jasper bracelets when certain rituals triggered the arrival of the rain.
In the countries this stone was reserved for important personalities. They wore it under in the form of fang-shaped pendants enclosing the soul of great warriors. Among the Japanese, red jasper is sacred and we find it again as home ornaments and sculptures, religious buildings.
Nowadays, the red jasper is widely used in the jewelry industry to make all kinds of jewelry. Sa hardness is between 6.5 and 7 on the hardness scale Mohs' stone. It is also a stone filled with benefits in lithotherapy.
The deposits
The main deposits are located in South Africa.
Les benefits of red jasper in lithotherapy
Ses psychological benefits
Red jasper is a stone of dynamism and anchorage. It enhances concentration and helps structure its spirit. It develops self-expression. Its action is invigorating. Red jasper stimulates gently while helping to cope and overcome life's difficulties.
It's nicknamed "supreme protector", because it keeps out negative energies and influences. It effectively combats stress anxieties and doubts. It reassures and provides calm, well-being and serenity. It enables people who are too shy or have complexes to regain self-confidence self.
Wearing a jasper red is reassuring and develops ease of use in the event of a change, such as a new relocation or professional transfer. It helps overcome fear of the unknown. This stone facilitates integration: it is perfect for people suffering from malaise or who find it hard to assert themselves.
This stone is renowned for enhancing charisma and providing eloquence. She can have a an excellent influence for everyone working in commerce, politics or teaching.
Red jasper is the stone of the heart. It accompanies its wearer difficult ordeals, such as a break-up the loss of a loved one, or a crisis in your life. professional disappointment. It encourages you to continue to move forward in life and live life to the full. present moment.
Ses physical benefits
Red jasper promotes the proper functioning of the sacral chakra and provides well-being, pleasure and sensuality.
It facilitates good circulation of body fluids.
Red jasper gives off a vitality that keeps you from feeling intense sadness and stress. It reduces tensions.
Jasper red and astrological signs associates
Red jasper is a powerful stone that acts on the entire of the zodiac. It provides them with various virtues and benefits. However, a special link can be created between red jasper and the signs astrological charts:
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Cancer: symbol of the family, origins and sensitivity. This sign represents imagination, nostalgia and anxiety. Wearing a red jasper enables him to fight against negative emotions. This sign has creativity. To give free rein to his imagination, he needs to be to feel safe and secure. He loves within his family circle. He has always in need of gentleness, because it's a very restless nature. He hides his shyness and sensitivity behind a mask of coldness, which gives it a very unpleasant side. However, he loves taking care of others and generosity. Sometimes he and it's up to the other to do the same. the first step. He is loyal, conscientious and work doesn't scare him. He has a narcissistic and likes to be at the center of attention. Be careful not to betray him, for he will is incapable of forgiveness. In love, he is emotionally dependent. He constantly needs to be reassured and protected. He is very faithful and loves to be cuddled. When he becomes parent, he can be very protective ;
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Sagittarius symbol of the mind, of religion and of the higher education. This sign represents optimism and adventure. Wearing a red jasper allows it to stand out from the crowd. stabilize, settle down and find their roots. This sign needs freedom and must have a a job that doesn't stop him from moving around. He is a very jovial, enthusiastic and independent. His company is sought after, as it always has a a multitude of anecdotes to tell. He needs to be stimulated and undertakes all kinds of projects, which he has difficulty completing. He is lucky and adventurous. He lives his life intensely and hates routine. Generous, he doesn't hesitate to help his fellow man. His optimism helps to play down tricky situations. Be careful, as this sign has a tendency to show off. hypocritical. He has a great sense of humor and hates advice. He has a sense of competition and hates to lose. In love, he likes to seduce and multiply his conquests. However, he believes in true love and can be very romantic. He dreams of founding a family and have many children;
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Jasper red and the chakras
Red jasper perfectly balances the root chakra. This chakra is located at the base of the spine. spinal column. Its main function is to anchoring to the earth, rootedness, the well-being, sexuality. When this chakra is well-balanced, it provides a sense of safety, comfort and vitality physics.
The root chakra unbalanced, too open, leads to selfishness, too much authority and violence. The person succumbs to various addictions, such as tobacco, alcohol or drugs. drugs.
Maintenance, purifying and recharging jasper red
In its natural environment, red jasper recharges using the elements that surround it, including water and air. But since its extraction to your home, jasper red is in contact with all kinds of energy. He may even lose his efficiency. The following operations are to be carried out at least once a month or after for use in lithotherapy.
Plunge in your stone in a glass of spring water for 2 hours. Dry with a soft cloth. You can be purified by fumigation with white sage or in a Tibetan bowl.
Drop off your stone to the sun's rays for about 2 hours. Alternatively, you can put it on a druse or on a quartz cluster for 24 hours. hours.
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