AZURITE

ARCHANGELS:

Jophiel and Raguel

COLOURS:

Pink, indigo, transparent, yellow and green

THE ORIGINS:

Azurite is a brilliant blue semiprecious stone that reflects the sky at sunset with its changing blues.

This stone symbolizes wisdom, healing and intuition, and its name comes from the ancient beliefs of the Chinese people. The Maya used it as a tool to receive wisdom from the spiritual realm, the ancient Egyptians used azurite varnish to paint the eye of Horus for protection from evil.

The use of this stone dates back to ancient Egypt; numerous paintings made with azurite powder are preserved in Tibetan monasteries. One of the earliest deposits of any significance is found at Chessy in France.

Azurite is not only a stone of great beauty, but it also possesses healing and spiritual powers that have been valued for millennia. Used in rituals and meditation, this stone helps improve awareness and spiritual communication, fostering connection with higher levels of consciousness. In particular, it is known to stimulate the third eye, the energy centre associated with intuition and inner wisdom.

In many cultures, azurite has been revered for its ability to relieve stress and worry, bringing mental clarity and serenity. It is often used by healers and meditation practitioners to facilitate a deep state of relaxation and to access spiritual visions and insights.

Azurite possesses a long history of use and worship in various ancient cultures, which appreciated its beauty as much as its esoteric qualities.

It can be found at deposits in Australia, Chile, Mexico, USSR, USA and France.

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PROPERTIES, CHARACTERISTICS AND BENEFITS:

Stone of transformation related to creativity, insight, inspiration and elimination of illusions.

This Crystal induces telling the truth without subterfuge or false illusions. It encourages creativity and helps to be pure essence.

It is a powerful tool for eliminating stubbornness and accepting others' points of view. It helps calm the nervous system by reducing stress. Also good for alleviating fears and panic, even in drug addiction it is an excellent ally.

Detoxifying the liver, brain and nerves, azurite helps purify the body and improve overall well-being. It activates the thyroid gland, boosting immunity and helping to maintain the body's homeostasis. It stimulates copper assimilation, making it especially useful for people suffering from osteoporosis. The stone also activates the assimilation of magnesium, phosphorus, zinc and calcium, which are essential for combating problems such as scoliosis, rheumatism, osteoarthritis and joint pain.

It is considered the stone of artists, stimulates creativity, improves communication and facilitates concentration to study. A good ally for memory, confidence and intuition.

It relieves pain in the upper body, shoulders, neck, throat and also stimulates blood circulation.

It is said that it can have excellent effects on slowing aging and on brain agility.

On the emotional level, on the other hand, azurite calms negative inner dialogue by raising self-esteem.

In relationships, (of any kind), it provides clarity and eases tensions by accompanying both parties toward understanding and healing.

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Chakras 4th, 5th, 6th

Excellent for healing the 6th chakra as when the third eye is out of balance we are overwhelmed by our negative emotions, blocked and restless.

Wearing a piece of jewelry with azurite can help the centre of the third eye regain its balance.

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ZODIAC: Those born under the sign of Sagittarius are honoured with a zodiac stone azurite! The metaphysical properties of the azurite stone encourage the Sagittarius intellectual to dive into his or her passion for knowledge. Often, azurite is mixed with its companion copper carbonate to create a combination of azurite and malachite.

The new stone, called azurmalachite, is perfect for our Aquarius friends! In addition to azurmalachite's resemblance to a globe, wearing jewellery made of azurmalachite can bring out Aquarius' humanitarian traits, encouraging its commitment to improving the world.

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USAGE:

Azurite is also known for its power to amplify psychic abilities and spiritual awareness. Meditating with this stone can enhance inner vision, promoting access to higher wisdom and intuitive messages. This mineral is especially useful for those who wish to develop their clairvoyant and telepathic abilities, increasing their connection with their higher self and spiritual dimensions.

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CLEANING AND RECHARGING:

To keep azurite in the best condition, careful cleaning and recharging is essential. Because it is a delicate stone, it is recommended to avoid any contact with abrasive or chemical substances. The best way to clean it is to use a soft cloth, gently rubbing the surface to remove any impurities. If necessary, cold water can be used, but it is important to keep it away from acidic cleaners that could damage the stone.

However, it is important to remember that, like any crystal, azurite requires special care to maintain its properties over time.

This stone unfortunately ages, it is best not to wear this stone at times of physical activity or even expose it to hot sunlight.