Gemstones Introduction

Our ancient scriptures consistently mention the relationship between color, planets, and gemstones. The colors arranged in order of Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Indigo, and Violet. This we see exactly in order of colors of light passing through a prism and as seen in a rainbow. This exact pattern is also seen in seven chakras or nerve centers in our body and each is associated with a particular color. The cosmic rays that manifest themselves in various wavelengths (colors) have unique affects on our mind and body.
 
GEMSTONE SELECTION
 
Generally it is always best to purchase the best quality gemstones that you can afford. The stones of lesser potency also have been found to work well and are less costly, but they need to be worn in a larger size and longer period in order to give the same strength of effects. To derive the best effects of a gem, begin to wear it after cleansing and rinsing it in purified water and exposing it to direct sun light for few hours. Gems are worn either on the appropriate finger as a ring, or on the upper arm as a bangle. Alternately the gem can be worn around the neck; most important is that the Gem is set so as to touch the skin.
 
Gemstones are prescribed for Ascendant or the Lagna lord and the Yoga Karaka (best planet) as a first choice, but only if these house lords are not connected with any malefic houses or with any Maraka (death inflicting houses) or Bhadhak house (life obstructing house). If these are connected with malefic or death inflicting houses then other planets are taken into consideration for gemstone selection.
 

GEMSTONES		ATTRIBUTES	HEALTH BENEFITS
RUBY (Manik)	Ruby or Manik is the gemstone for the planet Sun. It is prescribed when Sun is the Lagna (Ascendant) or Rashi Lord in one’s horoscope, that is one having Leo or Simha as Lagna or Rashi. People who are desirous of having name, fame, success in fields such as medicine, politics, government jobs etc. are also prescribed Ruby.	Ruby improves motivation and imparts energy, potency, vigor and leadership qualities. Ruby encourages passion for life but never in a self-destructive way. Ruby promotes creativity and clear visualization. Ruby is one of the stones of abundance and aids in success, wealth and fame.	Ruby stimulates the Heart Chakra and the pineal gland. Ruby detoxifies the body, blood, and lymph, and treats infectious disease. It is beneficial for the heart, circulatory system, eyes, adrenals, kidneys, reproductive organs, and spleen.
PEARL (Mukta)	Pearl or Mukta or Moti is the gemstone for Moon. It is prescribed when Moon is the Lagna, Rashi or the Yoga Karaka Lord in horoscope. Thus one having Pisces, Cancer and Scorpio Lagna can wear it. People who want emotional balance, or are connected with fields related to liquids, water, sea, real estate, service industry etc. are also prescribed Pearl.	Pearl gives purity, honesty integrity, focus, tranquility and wisdom. Emotionally it is the best gemstone having great calming properties, and is good for the people who are angered easily. Pearl alleviates emotional imbalances and enhances personal integrity and helps to focus to ones attention.	Pearl strengthens the adrenals and pancreas and increasing the production of insulin. Pearl is favorable for problems related to the breasts, digestive disorders, stomach, alimentary canal, lower ribs, womb, menstrual cycle and lymphatic system. Pearl increases fertility and eases childbirth.
Red Coral (Pola)	Red Coral or Pola or Munga is the gemstone for Mars. It is prescribed when Mars is the Lagna, Rashi or the Yoga Karaka Lord in horoscope. Thus one having Aries, Cancer, Leo and Scorpio Lagna can wear it. People who need courage and energy or are connected with fields related to police, army, surgery, fast, active and contact sports etc. are prescribed Coral.	Red Coral is associated with physical energy, power and stamina. Red Coral increases optimism, enthusiasm and passion. Emotionally, it protects from depression and despondency. It gives courage to face obstacles and problems and mentally it provides toughness and decision making power.	Red Coral is favorable for problems related to reproductive organs, venereal diseases, muscles, migraine headaches, brain fevers, circulatory system, anemia, adrenal and prostate gland. Red Coral protects against any type of blows, cuts and accidents and give recuperating powers.
Emerald (Panna)	Emerald or Panna is the gemstone for Mercury. It is prescribed when Mercury is the Lagna, Rashi or the Yoga Karaka Lord in horoscope. Thus one having Gemini or Virgo Lagna can wear it. People who needs intelligence, communication skills or are connected with fields related to communication, traveling, writing, trade and commerce etc. are prescribed Emerald.	Emerald enhances communication abilities, sharpens intellect and promotes friendship. It has a calming effect on the emotions and ensures physical, emotional, and mental equilibrium. Psychologically, Emerald imparts mental clarity, strengthens memory, inspires a deep inner knowing, and broadens vision.	It is the best gemstone for respiratory, breathing, lungs and nerve related problems. Emerald aids recovery after infectious illness and is believed to ward off epilepsy. It helps overcoming problems related to digestion, nervousness, insomnia, tension and the inability to relax.
Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj)	Yellow Sapphire or Pukhraj is the gemstone for Jupiter. It is prescribed when Jupiter is the Lagna, Rashi or the Yoga Karaka Lord in horoscope. Thus one having Sagittarius or Pisces Lagna can wear it. People who needs prosperity, higher knowledge, education or are connected with spirituality, religion, wealth, law, traveling abroad etc. are prescribed Yellow Sapphire.	Yellow Sapphire is known as the wisdom gemstone. It stimulates the intellect and improves overall focus, enhancing wisdom. It facilitates creativity and self-expression. Yellow Sapphire attracts wealth, increases earnings, brings prosperity and attracts all kinds of growth and expansion.	Yellow Sapphire is favorable for problems related to liver and all diseases related with it including cirrhosis and hepatitis, the hip and thigh region, gout, rheumatism, sugar problems, gallbladder as well as disorders of the spleen and stomach. It also aids in eliminating impurities from the body.
Diamond (Heera)	Diamond or Heera is the gemstone for Venus. It is prescribed when Venus is the Lagna, Rashi or the Yoga Karaka Lord in horoscope. Thus one having Taurus, Libra, Capricorn or Aquarius Lagna can wear it. People who need better relationship, public skills, are connected to artistic and cretive feilds like films, music, advertising, designing etc. are prescribed Diamond.	The Diamond is the hardest of all gemstones and is a symbol of purity. It helps in bonds of relationships, bringing love and clarity into a partnership. Diamond is also supposed to enhance the name, fame and artistic quality of a person. It gives wealth, luxury and prosperity and helps to retain them.	It also cures diabetes, diseases of urine, venereal and skin diseases. Diamond treats glaucoma, clears eye sight, and benefits the brain. It treats allergies and chronic conditions and rebalances the metabolism. It is the best gem stone for problems of throat, thyroid and kidneys.
Blue Sapphire (Neela)	Blue Sapphire or Neela is the gemstone for Saturn. It is prescribed when Saturn is the Lagna, Rashi or the Yoga Karaka Lord in horoscope. Thus one having Capricorn, Aquarius, Taurus or Libra Lagna can wear it. People who are connected with occupation related to mines, agriculture, real estate, construction, iron, tannery, coal etc. are prescribed Blue Sapphire.	Blue Sapphire is known as the "wisdom stone", it restores balance within the body, aligning the physical, mental and spiritual planes, bringing serenity and peace of mind. Blue Sapphire assists in bringing fulfillment of ambition. It gives stability, ambition, concentration, reputation, fame and longevity.	It cures disorders of the skin, gallbladder and bones like rheumatism, arthritis and osteoporosis. It is favorable for disease related to the spinal cord, nerves and circulation like multiple sclerosis, blood circulation related problems, blood disorders, blood poisoning, lumbar disorders etc.
Hessonite (Gomed)	Ruby or Manik is the gemstone for the planet Sun. It is prescribed when Sun is the Lagna (Ascendant) or Rashi Lord in one’s horoscope, that is one having Leo or Simha as Lagna or Rashi. People who are desirous of having name, fame, success in fields such as medicine, politics, government jobs etc. are also prescribed Ruby.	Ruby improves motivation and imparts energy, potency, vigor and leadership qualities. Ruby encourages passion for life but never in a self-destructive way. Ruby promotes creativity and clear visualization. Ruby is one of the stones of abundance and aids in success, wealth and fame.	Ruby stimulates the Heart Chakra and the pineal gland. Ruby detoxifies the body, blood, and lymph, and treats infectious disease. It is beneficial for the heart, circulatory system, eyes, adrenals, kidneys, reproductive organs, and spleen.
Cat’s Eye (Vaidurya Mani)	Ruby or Manik is the gemstone for the planet Sun. It is prescribed when Sun is the Lagna (Ascendant) or Rashi Lord in one’s horoscope, that is one having Leo or Simha as Lagna or Rashi. People who are desirous of having name, fame, success in fields such as medicine, politics, government jobs etc. are also prescribed Ruby.	Ruby improves motivation and imparts energy, potency, vigor and leadership qualities. Ruby encourages passion for life but never in a self-destructive way. Ruby promotes creativity and clear visualization. Ruby is one of the stones of abundance and aids in success, wealth and fame.	Ruby stimulates the Heart Chakra and the pineal gland. Ruby detoxifies the body, blood, and lymph, and treats infectious disease. It is beneficial for the heart, circulatory system, eyes, adrenals, kidneys, reproductive organs, and spleen.

 

PLANET	GEMSTONE	SUBSTITUTE	METAL	TO BE WORN IN
Sun	Ruby or Manik	Garnet, Sunstone	Gold & Copper	Ring Finger
Moon	Pearl or Mukta	Moonstone	Silver	Index or Little Finger
Mars	Red Coral or Pola	N.A.	Gold & Silver	Middle Finger
Mercury	Emerald or Panna	Jade, Green Onyx, Tourmaline	Gold & Silver	Little Finger
Jupiter	Yellow Sapphire or Pukhraj	Topaz, Yellow Jasper	Gold & Silver	Index Finger
Saturn	Blue Sapphire or Neela	Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli	Silver, Iron	Middle Finger
Rahu	Hessonite or Gomed	N.A.	Gold & Silver	Middle Finger
Ketu	Cat's Eye or Sutramani	N.A.	Gold & Silver	Middle or Little Finger

 
 
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