jasper is worn by priests and kings and used in a ceremonial way in native american traditions. jasper is a microcristallinbe variety of quartz. the name is derived from greek, and means spotted stone. all jaspers are very calming stones
colour/appearance:
yellow, tan, red, orange, green, blue-gray
sources:
india, russia, brazil, france, germany, usa
cleansing:
cleanse with running water method
energize on a crystal quartz cluster or in sunlight
see also variations of jasper for other directions
planet(s):
sun
zodiac:
leo
element(s):
fire
chakra(s):
all (base)
feng shui use:
center (grounding)
west (children)
southwest (relationships)
east (community/family)
any negative direction (protection against negativity)
emotional:
aids quick thinking
increases determination in all pursuits
reminds us to be honest with ourselves, supports introsprection
spiritual:
balances the physical, emotional and intellectual bodies with the etheric energies
balances yin yang, grounds
assists during astral travel
aligns and cleanses chakras and aura
protects from negativity