Obsidian

Obsidian. Obsidian is a stone unique in its nature and external properties. It is volcanic glass, rapidly solidified lava, which is formed in the very heart of our planet. Therefore, it has special energy, strength and properties. That is why obsidian was in demand in ancient times and remains popular today. The volcanic stone "obsidian" got its name from the name of the ancient Roman warrior - Obsidia. It was he who brought an unusual stone from Ethiopia to Rome. According to legend, Obsidia survived one of the terrible battles thanks to volcanic glass. This event quickly turned the stone unknown to the Romans into a real saving amulet and made the latter extremely popular not only in Rome, but throughout the world. Obsidian has other names: "royal agate", "tar stone", "Persian". Obsidian was used in various ways at different times. The Mayans made spearheads from it. The ancients made household utensils and mirrors from it. However, most people used the stone as an amulet. And people with extrasensory abilities created magic balls from it to predict the future. Interesting fact: obsidian is one of the few stones on the surface of which it is allowed to depict the faces of saints and prayers. There is another legend about the origin of volcanic glass. So, the Indians believed that male warriors threw themselves into the mouth of a volcano so as not to be caught by enemies, and their wives mourned their spouses so bitterly that their tears turned into black solidified blocks. It is believed that the stone, extracted from the center of the earth, has special powers. Obsidian is a symbol of pure thoughts and truth. The volcanic gemstone has powerful energy. This explains its magical properties. The first and most important thing is protection. Even a small pendant with this mineral can protect its owner from the negative thoughts of others. Obsidian, like a sponge, absorbs all the negativity, and then reflects it to the person who spread that negativity. Therefore, amulets with this mineral are recommended for people experiencing increased negative external influences. Another important property of the mineral is energy. The energy that floods the stone will make a person achieve his goal and conquer new heights. That is why this amulet can often be found among businessmen, politicians, athletes, and actors. The properties of the mineral also include suppressing aggression. It normalizes energy levels, improves mood, and helps fight anger. As a result, the stone protects a person from bad deeds and thoughtless, negative actions. It also reduces stress and helps to concentrate on what is really important. Our ancestors believed that the Earth itself endowed obsidian with healing energy. Therefore, this stone was used by ancient healers to improve health, increase immunity, and improve general condition. Obsidian is still used for medicinal purposes. Lithotherapists use it to treat: gastrointestinal diseases; nervous disorders; colds; rheumatism; neurosis; hypothermia. The stone also helps to normalize blood pressure and sexual health in women and men.