In the ancient world, Bloodstone (Heliotrope) was considered to be the most
beautiful of the Jaspers, a deep, earthy green gem emboldened with spots of
bright red. Called the Sun Stone, and later Christ’s Stone, its energy carries
the purity of blood and inherently speaks of life and birth, vitality and
strength, passion and courage. As a talisman, it is both mystical and magical,
and its virtues are protective and nurturing.
The most widely known legend of this stone comes from the Middle Ages and
claims the "Blood Stone" was formed at the crucifixion of Jesus Christ when the
blood of his wounds fell onto the dark green earth and turned to stone.
Another version declares the blood of Christ, which flowed from the fatal
spear-thrust, fell upon a Green Jasper lying at the foot of the Cross, and from
this sprang the Bloodstone variety of Jasper.
Today, as then, Bloodstone is regarded as a gem of noble sacrifice and can
offer courage and solace to all who are called to give of themselves for the
good of others. It elicits the highest, most altruistic character of those who
wear or carry it.
Working with Bloodstone invigorates the system, boosting energy levels and
increasing endurance in physical activity. It is beneficial for everyone from
athletes to invalids for its steady vibration of purification and well-being.
Use as a good luck charm for sports competitions or matches.
An excellent stimulator of the immune system, use Bloodstone to ward off to
speed up recovery, infections, and inflammation. It is also a remarkable aid
for revitalizing and re-energizing the body after illness, injury, or physical
exhaustion.
Bloodstone’s magical properties allow one to draw upon the power of the
weather for personal healing, such as tapping into the winds to bring change or
the rain to wash away sorrow.
Wear or carry Bloodstone as an amulet of protection against threats or
bullying, whether verbal or physical and for guidance to withdraw when
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