Crystals are hard, solid substances made of molecules that bond together in specific patterns to form an interesting shape. Crystals have been around for centuries, and formed thousands of years ago. They are unique in that they have a geometrically perfect atomic structure. Not all crystals have the same shape and there are different kinds of crystals. Many different minerals form beautiful crystals that are used for jewelry, like diamonds, emeralds, semi precious stones, or gemstones. Some crystals are transparent, while others kinds have beautiful colors.
The early Egyptians and the Indians used crystals for healing purposes thousands of years ago. Ancient people used crystals as a vehicle for healing various ailments and diseases and as a source of power. The ancient Egyptians believed in the healing and protective power of crystals. Many pharaohs wore crystals on their headdresses and the holy men wore crystal amulets, and in addition, different kinds of crystals have been found in their tombs, such as lapis, amethyst, and amazonite. In the Egyptian medicinal text as far back as the 1500 B.C, they documented the many ways in which crystals were used for healing.
In India during the times of the Indus Valley Civilization, the ancient text, the Vedas discussed the powers and properties of crystals and their uses for healing. The Vedas prescribe specific crystals ailments and describe the properties and powers of different crystals. This medical text also documented the many ways crystals were used for healing, in addition to the concepts and principle for the Traditional Hindu System of Medicine, Ayurveda. Throughout the history of humankind, many other civilizations have used crystals as a vehicle for healing, mentally, physically and spiritually.
Quartz Crystals
There are many crystals available with their many properties and uses, however the quartz crystals is believed to be used the most for their healing properties. Quartz crystals are the most popular and seem to be the most extensively used ones. Quartz crystals come in many shapes, colors and sizes, among which are amethyst, citrine, clear quartz, snow quartz, smokey quartz, etc. The clear quartz comes as druze, points, and clusters, in all sizes and shapes and now-a-days due to their popularity some can be very expensive. The quartz crystal is thought to unblock energy centers and helps the body heal. In Ayuveda, quartz crystals are used to restore balance, to help boost the immune system as well as for their use in mediation.
Quartz crystals are a natural substance formed from the movement of the earth’s crust. At their deepest level, crystals are said to be mineral transmitters and they store cosmic energy contained deep within the earth’s core. Due to their perfect molecular structure, they are in complete alignment with the earth’s energy. They are used to ward off negative energies, and enhance the flow of positive vibrations in an area and help to create harmony with the environment. Quartz crystals can be imbued with one’s energy, used to focus and re-direct energy in many ways.
The relationship with crystals can be personal for each individual. The use of crystals is many and the experiences with them vary for each individual. Some individuals can feel the effects of the crystals energies and other does not. All–in-all, the crystals are still doing their job. Crystals are used in conjunction with other therapies.