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Gemstones in Islam
Stones have had a place in different religions for thousands of years. The Bible refers to
the twelve stones set in the breastplate of the high priest symbolizing the twelve tribes of
Israel. In the Book of Revelations, there is a mention of twelve stones as the foundation
stones of the wall of New Jerusalem. Though the symbolism of each stone is open to
speculation, churches use most of these stones in one form or another, since the
inception of Christianity. Precious stones adorn the tiara and miter of the Pope and
Bishops as well as the shrines and icons found in Christian churches.
Temples and places of worship of all religions were and still are adorned with stones, as
signified particularly by Moonstones in India, Malachite and Azurite in Egypt, Agates in
Rome, Jade in China, Crystal in Japan, Turquoise in Persia (Iran), Amethyst wherever
Christianity developed in Europe, and the Black Stone of al-Kabah, the House of Allah
on earth, in Makkah. The Prophet, as well as the Infallible embraced the stone and so
were the companions advised to do the same. The advice to Muslims is to salute the
Black Stone as they pass by, as the sacred stone will register the salutation and witness
on the Final Day. The stone is therefore, conscious.
In Islam, a tradition states that Ali (AS) used to wear four rings on his hand Opal
(Yaqut) for beauty and dignity; Turquoise (Feruz) for obtaining divine help and victory;
Hadid Thin for strength, and Carnelian (Aqiq) to protect himself from enemies and all
types of misfortunes. The religion Islam has strongly recommended its followers to wear
rings made from different stones, as a way to increase faith, piety, and endurance. The
stones of Aqiq, Feruz and so forth have been specifically recommended by the Prophet
(S) himself to wear them at all times, and especially during prayer.
Stones have unlimited practical and medicinal properties. Besides Muslim scholars,
many other researchers in other religions wrote of stones as a form of medicine. The
ecclesiastical writers compiled the first major treatises on healing with stones. The use
of stones for healing was carried out in different ways. At times, the mere presence of
the stone was sufficient to affect a cure. At other times, the stone afflicted part of the
body and sometimes the stone was powdered and eaten.





In any case, the theory follows that gemstones carry vibrational rates. By placing these
higher vibrations of fields of energy within the human energy system his or her
energys vibrational rate and information within the energy also, change for the better.
They are also wonderful resonators. Often the effects are indirect but very potent. Other
times, the effects are very specific, direct and repeatable. The vibrational qualities of the
gemstones can further help achieve balance and awareness on physical, emotional,
mental and spiritual levels (Morse, 2000), quoting Alice, (1996) Of course, different
stones have been reported to have different effects on the person wearing it, and the
persons nearby.

The energy of each such element creates an energy exchange when touching or in close
proximity to the body. The above therapy and prevention of illness works through two
methods. The spherical gemstone is a living container of sound and light energy that can
transmit to other living beings by entering the energy field. Each gemstone has a unique
rhythm, character, substance and magnetism, and so has different therapeutic
properties. Therefore, wearing Aqiq, Feruz rings do not only qualify Muslims as being
among the pious group, their physical and spiritual benefits create within us powerful
and highly charged energy. Undoubtedly, most of these holy stones have within them
pure and unadulterated info-energy as well.

Further, because these gemstones have the ability to assimilate and neutralize all the
low-charge energy and unfavorable information within the energy we make contact
with; the prescription to Muslims to wear such stones is therefore a medical necessity.
We often collect stress and others emotions throughout the day, and this blocked nature
of our energy, if left untreated, can cause pain or chronic illness (Morse, 2000). The
stones help one maintain a free flowing field of energy. The powerful beads mentioned
later, the ones used in research often contain such stones within them, and people wear
them as necklaces. In many instances, during an affliction, the Aqiq stone seems to take
in, absorb into itself most of the negative energy in the environment, and even break
into pieces. Such stones are mot used again as their powerful nature have been utilized.

Finally, and as we shall observe, it is possible that specific gemstones have specific
health benefits because each stone has its own definite reaction on the persons specific
energy center. For example, the relationship between Turquoise and fertility is explored
later. As noted in earlier sections, Allah, the Most High Himself, may have also
established this healthy relationship. For instance:

Aqiq (stone) protects Shia from unjust rulers and from everything
else, which causes fear.
(Amali of Tusi 1:36)




This means that the stone recognizes a Shia of Ali and produces strong energy fields that
block adulterated nearby sources of energy. This is why Muslims have been advised to
keep their rings in one place at all times when they are not wearing the stones this way
the energy that is absorbed and released from such stones surround themselves within
the stone.

Islamic Gemstones
Carnelian, Aqiq is the most important stone in Islam and the most favorite stone of the
Prophet, the Infallible and his followers. Besides the stone being the first stone to affirm
the existence and unity of Allah (SWT), it also confessed the Prophethood of
Muhammad (S), the caliphate of Ali (AS), and confirmed Paradise for the friends and
followers of Ali (AS). There are also mountains made of carnelian in Paradise that shed
the palaces of the Prophet (S). The carnelian, Aqiq stone has a sincere love for Allah and
the Ahlul-Bayt (AS). As we now know, Carnelian and all other stones constantly glorify
Allah and recite the formula There is no God, but Allah! As we now are fully aware,
stones are living and they conversed with the Prophet (S).

Carnelian has a sincere love of Ali because the creation of this stone was from the energy
of Ali emanating from his blessed face. The Prophet has said that Allah once remarked:

O Ahmad, I created you and Ali from My own light, and I created
these two mountains from the light of Alis face.

This stone has several healing properties in relation to the human energy. In Islam,
whosoever wears the Aqiq stone signifies and finalizes his belief in Islam and is amongst
the groups of pious people. Moreover, the info-energy of Aqiq also includes, besides
others, its confession and confirmation of divine unity and relationship with Allah
(SWT), the Most High, and Most Sublime.

The Carnelian stone balances creativity and mental processes. Historically, people used
the stone to pull excess fever out through the feet. According to gemstone science, its
color allows one to relax and helps to adopt a more positive outlook at life. This stone
protects one from evil and unsteady energy, elevates the spirit, grounds low-charge and
blocked fields of energy, thus assisting concentration and mental focus by clearing the
mind and focusing one's thoughts - no wonder why the stone has been recommended to
be worn during prayer.

Carnelian enhances mental clarity and positive emotions, promoting a brighter outlook
and an appreciation for life lessons by teaching the individual to balance his or her
higher and lower energy. According to the Gemisphere Luminary Therapy Guide (Katz
and Hall, 1997), because of Carnelians stirring and dislodging action, the stone is an
excellent gemstone to use in preparation for and during an energy-cleansing program.
The stone also releases sorrow, envy, fear, apathy, and rage, all at the info-energy level,
which then translates in physical results.

Jewelry Mae (jewelrymae.com) writes the following in her description of the carnelian
stone:

Carnelian is a hard and tough translucent form of chalcedony that
usually occurs in a uniform color of red, orange or red-brown.
Known thousands of years before the birth of Christ, carnelian has
been used extensively in jewelry ever since, particularly for signet
rings, seals, cameos and scarabs because of its hardness and rich
orange-red color.
Engraved with Arabic characters, it protected the wearer from the
tricks of the envious. Throughout the east, envy is feared, for it is
believed that it will cause the envied to lose his possessions.
It was the favorite stone of the Prophet Mohammed and verses
from the Koran have been found engraved on this stone. Carnelian
is said to stimulate analytical capabilities and precision. It provides
perceptiveness, awakens ones inherent talents and skills, and
protects against fear and rage. It helps to alleviate sorrow and can
be used to dispel apathy and indolence. Carnelian is linked with
emotional warmth, sociability, creativity, individuality, memory,
and appreciation of nature, harmony, courage, happiness, and self-
esteem
It also can aid reproduction, sexuality, menstrual cramps, lungs,
asthma and arthritis. Carnelian has been used in the treatment of
neuralgia and rheumatism, gall and kidney stones, pollen allergies
and colds, and can aid in the relief of disorders of the spine, spleen
and pancreas. It has also been effective in the treatment of
infection, fever, blood poisoning and muscle spasms.
A worthy note; the faithful believers are identified from wearing this stone and in ones
prayer. He, the Almighty has said to Muhammad (S):
I swear by My magnificence that I have created these two
mountains (of carnelian) to be a sign that is used to identify the
believers. Moreover, I swore on Myself that I make it Haram to
send to hell those who wear the AQEEQ ring on their hands and
follow Ali.
The Messenger of Allah (S) once told Ali bin Abi Talib (AS) to wear an AQEEQ (agate)
ring on his right hand because those who wear it have a quality that Allah has given to
those who are close to Him.

In reports, Ali (AS) once asked the Prophet (S) as to who are those who are close to
Allah? The Prophet (S) replied: Jibraeel, Mikaeel, and the angels between them. Ali
(AS) asked; what kind of Aqiq should I wear? The Prophet (S) replied:

Choose the red Aqiq because the mountain of the red Aqiq testified
that there is no god but Allah, that I am the Messenger of Allah,
that you are my heir, that your sons are the Imams, your Shia will
go to Paradise, and that those who hate them will go to Hell.
(Manaqib al-Khawarezmi 233, Manaqib al-Mughazeli 281, al-
Umadah 378)
Opal, Yaqut is another stone that Muslims have been wearing throughout centuries.
Gemstone therapists use opal to see all the possibilities in a situation and find it very
freeing when blocked in a situation. Gemstone science has even attributed opal stone for
protection against anger and for calming ones nerves. The stone also aids inner beauty,
faithfulness, and eyesight. During the middle ages, opals helped women to relax during
childbirth. Once again, it is highly possible that the info-energy and vibrant nature of
this energy within the stone helps stabilize and balance the blocked, unstable and
painful info-energy produced during childbirth because of pain. Suffice to say that
menstruating women should wear this stone to relieve the pain and sufferings of
menstruation.
Turquoise, Feruz is a stone favored by many Muslims, and native people around the
world have used it for centuries. People have used it for protection, healing, good luck,
and longevity. It is enormously absorptive. The Turquoise stone will grow pale on a
sickly person and recover its color when returned to a healthy person. This is clear
evidence that the stone, amongst other things, does play a major role in the health and
spiritual growth of a person, in particular balancing ones energy fields, neutralizing
blocked energy, and makes it difficult the entry of adulterated energy from nearby
sources.

Ancient people have employed this stone to promote meditation. According to Poole
(1999), this stone is highly valuable for its ability to dissipate negativity from outside
sources and aids in friendship, mental relaxation, and the respiratory system.

Jewelry Mae (jewelrymae.com) writes the following in her description of the Turquoise
stone:

The stone is believed to enhance creative expression, peace of
mind, communication, friendship and loyalty. Turquoise is
considered to be generally healing and fostering of empathy,
positive thinking and sensitivity. It connects us with all life. In
ancient times, it was used to heal eye problems, especially
cataracts, and in medieval times, it was used as a cure for malaria
and heart complaints.

It is still considered by many to be a master healer and is said to
help in the absorption of nutrients, strengthening the entire
anatomy and stimulating tissue regeneration. It is particularly good
for the throat and lungs and, because of its high copper content, is a
conductor of healing and good for rheumatism and arthritis.

al-Sadiq (AS.) reportedly advised Mufaddhal about wearing a ring encrusted with the
Feruz stone and said:

It gives strength to the eyes, gives relief to the chest and increases
the strength of the heart.

Many such stones are linked to good health. The Infallible (AS) further prescribed such
stones as the Feruz to solve the problems of infertility. It is probable that the stone may
lead to normalization of proceedings that result in fertility in men and women. The first
Chakra (energy center) is in the sexual organs at the base of the spine and the energy
released from this stone may have a direct effect on this energy center that is associated
with increased sexual performance and reproduction.

It is said that reciting blessings on Muhammad and his Pure Infallible progeny alleviates
anger episodes, stimulates memory and one should recite these blessings whenever in a
situation he has forgotten something. The scholars of Islam have used this technique for
centuries. Reciting Adhan and Iqamah a Muslims call to prayer, where the
glorification of Allah and the leadership of the Prophet and Ali is testified recited on
the ears of a newly born baby.

A case in point, it is said (based on the following tradition by the Prophet (S) that
whatever stone Ali walks on become Durre Najaf the Stone of Najaf al-Ashraf, and is
infused with healing energy. The Prophet once said to Ali:

If there had not been the risk of people idolizing him as the
Christians worship Prophet Isa, he would have made public such
of your merits as would make people use the soil under your feet
to cure their ailments and the water from the remainder of your
WUDHU (ablution) in order to be cured. (Amali of Saduq 86,
Ma'arijun Nubuwwah, vol. IV, p. 216; al-Manaqib, Akhtab
Khazrami; Yanabi al-Mawaddah, Mullah Ali Hamdani; Seerah ibn
Hisham, p. 187; Tarikh Tabari).

Further, Ali (AS) wore Hadid-Theen on his finger during all the wars. This is why his
followers wear such a stone when nearing an oppressive ruler.





Similar explanations can be given to the relationship between trimming facial hair and
good teeth hygiene, or improvement in eyesight from looking at the carnelian stone or
greenery, and so forth These aspects have yet to be scientifically studied, but the power
and ability exists through normalization of energy centers (and information within these
energy centers) surrounding a specific area. Moreover, these specific stones (with
specific verses and invocations engraved) eliminate satanic possessions, evil eye, and
ease of baby delivery for the mother.

Select your Gemstone
As we have observed, gemstones have within themselves an electrical reality that has the
ability to interact with both the universal and the human energy system. These stones
may act as a solid barrier and protect the individuals energy from harmful, unstable
fields of energy. One can wear an amethyst, for example, to strengthen the energy
centers and make it less permeable. Several others soak up the dead and unfavorable
energy.

However, research into gemstones has revealed vital information that not all gemstones
are created equal (Brennan, 1987). Because each stone has its own vibratory rate, one
should investigate and make sure the stone is the right one for him or her. If the stone is
too strong, it will increase your vibrations and eventually deplete your field. On the
other hand, a slightly stronger electrical field from the stone may enhance ones energy
system. If you wear a stone that vibrates slower than your field, it will put a drag force
on your energy and slow your vibrations down.

Purify your Gemstones
One of the most vital aspects of a therapeutic gemstone is its cleanliness and purity.
Gemstones must be cleansed frequently to maintain their effectiveness because they
tend to accumulate the negative energy you release in the process of healing or from
nearby sources. This kind of accumulated energy with lower vibrations burdens the
gemstone gradually inhibiting it, until it stops functioning completely. Daily cleansing of
your gemstones and wearing the gemstones during prayer and other rituals will
maintain their efficacy while providing you with the opportunity to complete the process
of release (of the blocked and adulterated info-energy within your system). Storing these
stones in one place has been noted.







Looking at your Gemstones Improves Eyesight
For centuries, healers and therapists have employed color to affect moods and influence
action. Because colors are powerful vibrations of energy, one can hardly ignore their
influence and interaction with the human energy. According to the Infallible (AS),
looking at the Aqiq stone improves eyesight. Similarly, science has recommended
looking at other stones of different colors as they have different effects and science has
noted such affects.

For example, the color orange in some Aqiq stones energizes the body. It also helps
build energy and gives strength and endurance. The color green in some Turquoise
stones balances the mind and nerves. Finally, the color red in some Yaqut stones
increases energy and vitality (Lindgren et. al. (1997). Putting all this together, if one
were to constantly look at such colors for a period of few minutes, the energy centers
surrounding his eyes would undoubtedly increase their rates of vibration as more steady
and free flowing energy is absorbed from the specific color vibrations. Looking at
greenery has also been associated with similar fascinating results (Margo von Phul,
2000).