Amethyst

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The name Amethyst is derived from the Greek word améthystos (αμέθυστος), meaning "not intoxicated". It comes from an ancient legend regarding the wine god Bacchus. Angry over an insult and determined to avenge himself, Bacchus decreed the first person he should meet would be devoured by his tigers.

The unfortunate mortal happened to be a beautiful maiden named Amethyst. As the ferocious beasts sprang, she sought the protection of the goddess and was saved by being turned into a clear, white crystal. Bacchus, regretting his cruelty, poured the juice of his grapes over the stone as an offering, giving the gem its lovely purple hue. Throughout history, the special virtue of Amethyst has been that of preventing drunkenness and overindulgence.

Healing properties of Amethyst

Amethyst is associated with healthy cell regeneration, encouraging soothing sleep and rest, and promoting hormonal balance. Amethyst centers the emotions, it can be a beautiful aide in recovery for those suffering from the overwhelming emotions that come with grief, loss and all shades of sadness.

Amethyst is a powerful and protective stone. It guards against psychic attack, transmuting the energy into love and protecting the wearer from all types of harm, including geopathic or electromagnetic stress and ill wishes from others. Amethyst is a natural tranquilizer, it relieves stress and strain, soothes irritability, balances mood swings, dispels anger, rage, fear and anxiety.

Amethyst helps in identifying the root causes behind one’s negative behaviors, habits, and emotional patterns. It also helps one understand the reality of cause and effect in behavior and assists in better decision-making. Amethyst is a marvelous aid in overcoming addictions by counteracting the effects of drugs and alcohol on brain function while imparting its own peaceful sustaining energy.

Disclaimer: This article serves as educational purposes. It is not meant to replace medical advice.

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