| Bloodstone gets its name from the myth that
at the crucifixion, the blood of Christ fell on green jasper stones. Babylonians
used engraved Bloodstone for divination and ancient Egyptians used it to magically defeat
their enemies. It is a mother Goddess stone and is associated with mother-and-child
images such as Isis and Horus and the Black Madonna. In ancient times this stone was
said to have been an "audible-oracle", giving off sounds as a means of guidance.
It heightens the intuition and increases creativity. It is an excellent
grounding and protection stone.
This stone gives us courage and teaches us how to avoid
dangerous situations by strategic withdraw and flexibility. It encourages
selflessness and idealism. Bloodstone assists you in acting in the present moment.
Mentally, this stone calms the mind, dispels confusion and
enhances the decision making process. It can help revitalize you if you are mentally
exhausted.
Bloodstone can be used in Goddess rituals and for exploring
past life information in dreams. In storms and in weather magic you can use it to
give you courage and shed your destructive habits. It is believed to have the
ability to banish evil and negative energy.
It also attracts money to you and is a good charm for those
who are athletes or for those who are in competition. |