About Azurite - The Stone of Heaven

Azurite is also known as 'the stone or heaven' or 'jewel of wisdom' as it works on the spiritual level and enhances the communication at this level. It gives a great insight and hence improves the psychic abilities. Azurite works on Brow and Throat Chakras. These are associated assertive communication and self-reflection. It is also called Third eye chakra and results in spirituality and higher intuition.

Person who talks too much can use this gemstone and also for person who wants to be expressive.

Azurite also stimulates the creativity. So by having this stone you will actually be full of ideas and will be more aware of the things around you.

Always keep this stone while taking a decision as your dilemma will fade away and you will then take right decision.

You will be able to see the truth and your inside.

Azurite is a great stone for students and business people as this enhances more stable and focused thinking.

You will be able to release the past and accept the future.

It helps in cleaning the body.

It is great stone to meditate as it increases the calmness, patience and cleansing.

Azurite is used in post operative care.

Also this is beneficial for pregnant women as it helps in the development of embryonic babies.

As this stone has very high copper content and copper stimulates the thyroid gland and sinus. So it is used to cure problems associated with these parts of the body.

Azurite helps in cleaning the skin by detoxifying liver, stomach, gallbladder and spleen.

It also revitalizes the brain.

Also Learn About More Semi Precious Stones
Ametrine Stone
Jade Stone
Onyx

What are the Ametrine Healing Properties?

Ametrine is a rare gemstone that has the healing properties of citrine and amethyst as it is formed by the combination of these two stones. The true purple and yellow gem stone come from the Anahi' mine in Bolivia. It is the most powerful gemstone that works on emotional as well as mental being. Also the different wands, spheres and eggs are used for soothing during massage.
Identification and Sources
It is perfectly divided into two colors that are purple and yellow and a pure form of quartz. The bi-color is because of the traces of iron inside the stone. It is macro crystalline structure of quartz that is easy distinguishable under the naked eyes.

Bolivia at present is the only known source of the finest quality of ametrine. Few amount of ametrine have also been found in India and Brazil but their quality is inferior to the one found in Bolivia.
Ametrine Healing Properties

1. Ametrine cleans the negative energies of the body and leads to the balance of emotional and spiritual being.
2. It induces sound sleep.
3. It is also a calming stone thus chiefly used during meditation.
4. Ametrine aids in healing the digestive problems and very good in bringing the balance of metabolism and digestion.
5. It also treats the problem of arthritis, nervous disorders and muscle pain.
6. It stimulates creativity.
7. It leads to calm mind and positive attitude.
8. It improves the hearing and cures the skin problems.

Beneficial for the people born under zodiac Pisces and Libra.

Although natural ametrine is found only in Bolivia, Brazil yet the synthetic version of this stone is manufactured in Russia. But the healing properties come only with the natural stone.
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Balancing Benefits of Onyx Stone

If you want something that can collect positive energies of the universe and repel the negative then look for the onyx stone as this semi-precious stone has this property. It is a birthstone for the zodiac Leo and Capricorn. It is given on the 7th marriage anniversary but the black onyx is associated with the 10th marriage anniversary.

Onyx was a popular stone in ancient Greek and Romans who used it for repelling negative energies of the universe. The word onyx came from a Greek word onyx that means fingernail.

Black onyx is a banded variety of Chalcedony Quartz but it is also found in red, white, grey, orange and other such colors except for purple and blue. This natural stone can also be dyed in different colors. But today black is considered as an Onyx stone just to differentiate it from other.

Astrology uses this stone very frequently. Considering health benefits, this stone is beneficial for all Chakras. Eye ailment like glaucoma, kidney, heart and nerve ailments are treated with onyx. If you have any trouble in sleeping or having some kind of stress then wear this. Apart from this teeth problems, bone marrow, blood disorders and hair problems can also be treated. And it is believed that this stone is quiet slow in gaining all the powers so the wearer has to wear it for a long period of time and that too close to neck.

If you lack self confidence and needs positive attitude towards life then feel the magic effects of onyx as this repels the negative thinking. With this courage, concentration and steadfastness increases. Also if you want to forget about past and want to move further in life without any emotional bondings and entangled relationships then wear this onyx stone.

Gem stone onyx develops scratch and chip easily so needs to be cared properly. It good to store it is a box when not in use. Also clean it with lukewarm water and mild soap for a positive effect.

Aries Love Horoscope for 2010

Aries...Be bit conscious in regard to your love life this year as Jupiter in moving  through eleventh house and will directly affect the fifth house (House of Love) and seventh house (House of Life Partner and Spouse). Months from January to March are bit dicey if you are looking for a partner but Aries will get positive result in May 2010 and there is a chance to convert your friendship in  love during this period.

During the period of July 2010 to November 2010, your Jupiter will be in retrograde position so better to pay attention to the desires of your partner or lover rather than fulfilling your own interest. Aries love horoscope for 2010 tells that the end of this year is quiet fruitful in terms of relationships. Although your luck line and work in 2010 are going to be fruitful and you will achieve what you have not in the past years.
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Swastika Symbol - Its Significance, Meaning
What is a Retrograde Planet? 

What is Swastika Symbol?

Swastika symbol is one of the oldest known symbols that means good, luck or well being. But Nazis used this to murder millions of people. The Swastika symbol is used by many cultures and countries from time to time and today it is the significant part of many religions and culture. This includes China, Japan, India, Southern Europe, Poland, America and Nazi.

Meaning of Swastika
The word Swastika has been derived from the sanskrit word svastika. According to this

• "su" meaning "good,"
• "asti" meaning "to be," and
• "ka" as a suffix

Germans had also used the Swastika symbol for a long German/Aryan history. Then the Nazis flag also has the Swastika symbol but it became the symbol of hatred, violence and death.

Almost all the temples of Budhha has the Swastika symbol and also the statues of Buddha as Swastika symbol on chest and sole of feet.

The the temples in Jainism has the Swastika symbol.
Swastika Symbol - Its Significance, Meaning
What is a Retrograde Planet?

Year 2010 Predictions

Year 2010 predictions are done by every branch of astrology such as Vedic astrology, Chinese astrology, Horary astrology and Western astrology. All are showing some positive and some negative sides of the life. According to Tiger Year 2010 of Chinese astrology the conflicts in the entire world will remain there but it wont be a boring  year at all. World will see more of technological advancements and developments. This is the year of metal tiger that will begin from 14 Feb 2010. As it is happening on Valentine's day so 2010 year will be the year of love.

Also according to Western horoscope prediction for 2010 all the zodiacs will see ups and downs.
Aries it will be a good year in terms of finance and promotions.

Taurus will also see monetary gains. Whereas their health and career will go at a normal pace.

Gemini will see travelling but because of your financial problems you must avoid that.

Cancer will face unexpected expenditure.

Leos life will be grand as ever with financial stability.

Virgos will see success and prosperity in 2010.

Libra horoscope predictions for 2010 shows the land gain. You must do charity for good. Travelling will also be there in 2010.

Scorpio may listen some bad news in 2010in regard to business so no to risk this year. In career also your opponents will try to pull you down. The end of the  year will be quite promising.

Sagittarius horoscope predictions for 2010 explains the fortune that will come from partners. But second half of the year will be bit hard.

Capricorn horoscope shows lots of expenditure and heath issues.

Aquarius will be in a better position than 2009. Your stress and troubles will go and you will have a calm family life.

2010 for Pisces will be a prosperous year. Very pleasant surprises are stored for you this year.

Get the detailed info on Horoscope Predictions for 2010.