Therapeutic Properties of Citrine

Introduction:

From antiquity, citrine was called the 'sun stone' because it was thought capable of holding sunlight. The color of citrine being associated with gold, it became known as the merchant’s stone. It was thought to improve communication and to attract wealth and help promote prosperity.

Traditional Metaphysical Properties of Citrine:

Intuition, comfort, protection, creativity, physical energy, wealth, mental awakening.

Healing Applications of Citrine:

Citrine is associated with the solar plexus chakra. It is thought to have a positive influence that can relieve backache. It is also believed to combat depression and problems with the liver, spleen, digestive system and the bladder.

Citrine is the gemstone for upliftment. It supports the body and helps process energy work. Citrine is believed to help align the spine. It is often referred to as a gemstone that brings happiness, hope and cheer to its wearer.

Historically, citrine was used as a protective talisman against the plague, evil thoughts, and as a charm against snakebites. It was also believed to symbolize happiness, aid digestion and remove toxins from the body.

Citrine is said to help one connect with the Spirit. It is useful for all forms of emotional distress: low self-esteem, suicidal tendencies, lack of energy and destructive tendencies. It chases away nightmares and ensure a good nights sleep.

Some believe that placing citrine crystals in a safe or locked place will cause income to increase. Citrine is also believed to help align the spine.

The soldiers in Caesar´s legions wore citrine on their chest because the stone was believed to have life-saving properties in battle. It is recognized as the stone of light, sun, and life. Citrine is said to help one connect with the spirit.

Citrine is useful for all forms of emotional distress: low self-esteem, suicidal tendencies, lack of energy and destructive tendencies. It chases away nightmares and ensure a good nights sleep.

Citrine is an important gemstone for the 3rd Chakra (about the navel), called Manipura. This chakra governs the energy and vitality.

Natural Healers use Citrine to bring about happiness and abundance (i.e., open a closed 3rd Chakra). Citrine is also used to rid the body of toxins. It is also used to improve skin, aid digestion and improve the disposition.

Place a strand or citrine along your spine or wear it around your neck.

See Also:

Gifts containing Citrine

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