ruby is a colossal love attracting gem, an enhancer of passion and a very sensual stone.
colour/appearance:
red, pink-red, brown-red, purple-red
sources:
burma, thailand
cleansing:
cleanse with running water method
energize on an amethyst cluster or in moonlight during full moon
planet(s):
mars, sun
zodiac:
cancer, leo, scorpio (sagittarius)
element(s):
earth, fire
chakra(s):
root, heart
best combined with:
feng shui use:
northwest (father/helpful people)
southeast (self-worth/wealth)
southwest (relationships/loyalty)
northeast (wisdom)
any negative direction (protection)
physical:
treats disorders of the throat, especially those caused by a difficulty expressing oneself through a physical body. removes retained or excess fluid
ruby works with the flow of blood as an aid to circulation, it aids the cleansing and removal of infection or germs in the blood.
emotional:
allows you to face old fears and put them behind you
helps mental concentration
improves success in bringing disputes to a resolution with gentleness and without violence
helps sexual love to be more passionate
gives self-confidence and a sense of adventure
spiritual:
stimulates the heart chakra
protects us from unhappiness and distressing dreams
helps move us towards the nurturing side of ourselves, thus bringing spiritual wisdom, health, knowledge and wealth
brings stability to our financial status and security< bring light to the darkness in our lives, helping us change our world and bring creativity
locations and rituals:
given as a gift, the ruby is a symbol of friendship and love
persons lacking in self-love should have and mediate on the ruby
the ruby may be worn in jewelry, but never close to the solar plexus, as the ruby has a disquieting effect upon it. in a ring wear it on your left hand
placed under a pillow the ruby may ward off bad dreams.
