Navagraha gemstones, rudraksha and crystals
Navagraha gemstones and rudraksha are traditionally worn to strengthen a planet. But not every stone suits everyone: the gemstone of a planet that rules difficult houses in your chart can do harm. Wear a gemstone only after showing your full kundli to an expert.
Navagraha gemstones and rudraksha
| Planet | Gemstone | Rudraksha |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Manik (ruby) | 12 Mukhi (or 1 Mukhi) |
| Moon | Moti (pearl) | 2 Mukhi |
| Mars | Moonga (red coral) | 3 Mukhi |
| Mercury | Panna (emerald) | 4 Mukhi |
| Jupiter | Pukhraj (yellow sapphire) | 5 Mukhi |
| Venus | Heera (diamond) (or opal) | 6 Mukhi |
| Saturn | Neelam (blue sapphire) | 7 Mukhi |
| Rahu | Gomed (hessonite) | 8 Mukhi |
| Ketu | Lehsunia (cat's eye) | 9 Mukhi |
Rudraksha: 1 to 12 mukhi
| Rudraksha | Deity · planet | Belief |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Mukhi | Shiva · Sun | Concentration; extremely rare and expensive, fakes are very common |
| 2 Mukhi | Ardhanarishvara · Moon | Harmony in relationships |
| 3 Mukhi | Agni · Mars | Energy and inner strength |
| 4 Mukhi | Brahma · Mercury | Learning and communication |
| 5 Mukhi | Kalagni Rudra · Jupiter | Peace and japa; the most common and affordable |
| 6 Mukhi | Kartikeya · Venus | Self-control and willpower |
| 7 Mukhi | Mahalakshmi · Saturn | A sense of stability |
| 8 Mukhi | Ganesha · Rahu | Patience with obstacles |
| 9 Mukhi | Durga · Ketu | A sense of courage and protection |
| 10 Mukhi | Vishnu | A sense of protection |
| 11 Mukhi | Rudra/Hanuman | Fearlessness |
| 12 Mukhi | Sun | Radiance and leadership |
Crystals
| Crystal | Belief | Where to keep |
|---|---|---|
| Rose Quartz | Regarded as the stone of love, gentleness and self-love. (Relationships, affection) | In the bedroom, or as a bracelet. |
| Citrine | Associated with enthusiasm, confidence and a sense of abundance. (Money, business, confidence) | On a shop counter or work desk, or in your wallet. Heat-treated stones are common in the market; ask the seller. |
| Amethyst | Regarded as a stone of peace, meditation and intuition. (Stress, sleep, meditation) | Near your pillow or in your meditation spot. Its colour can fade in strong sunlight. |
| Clear Quartz | Believed to increase clarity and energy. (Studies, concentration) | On a study desk or in the puja space, as a cluster or point. |
| Black Tourmaline | Associated with protection and grounding. (Insecurity, crowded surroundings) | In a corner near the main door, or as a bracelet. |
| Smoky Quartz | Associated with letting go of stress and staying steady. (Worry, fatigue) | On an office desk, or as a bracelet. |
| Green Aventurine | A symbol of positivity towards new beginnings and opportunities. (New job/studies, peace of mind) | In your wallet, at the cash counter, near plants. |
| Moonstone | Associated with emotional balance and new beginnings. (Emotions, peace of mind) | Traditionally worn set in silver. It is a soft stone; protect it from knocks. |
| Carnelian | Regarded as a stone of courage, energy and creativity. (Motivation, laziness) | On your desk or as a bracelet. |
| Sunstone | Associated with optimism and self-confidence. (Leadership, enthusiasm) | Near a window that gets morning light. |
| Blue Lace Agate | Associated with calm, measured communication. (Fear of speaking, tense conversations) | As a pendant near the throat, or as a bracelet. |
The 7 chakras and their crystals
| Chakra | Colour | Location | Theme | Crystal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muladhara | Red | Base of the spine | A sense of stability and security | Black Tourmaline |
| Svadhisthana | Orange | Below the navel | Emotions and creativity | Carnelian |
| Manipura | Yellow | Above the navel | Confidence and willpower | Citrine |
| Anahata | Green | Heart | Love and compassion | Rose Quartz or Green Aventurine |
| Vishuddha | Blue | Throat | Expression and speaking the truth | Blue Lace Agate |
| Ajna | Indigo/violet | Between the eyebrows | Intuition and clarity | Amethyst |
| Sahasrara | Violet/white | Crown of the head | Peace and spiritual connection | Clear Quartz |
Crystals and gemstones are matters of faith and tradition, not treatment.
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