In ancient times, Lapis Lazuli was revered for its spiritual and esoteric properties. It was considered a symbol of power, wisdom, and truth. Ancient civilizations believed that Lapis Lazuli could promote mental clarity, stimulate intuition, and enhance communication with spiritual realms.
On the esoteric level, Lapis Lazuli is often associated with the throat chakra, which is the center of communication and self-expression. It is believed to help release emotional blockages and facilitate honest and authentic communication.
Esoteric identity
| Type | Silicate |
| Hardness (Mohs scale) | 5 to 5.5 |
| Form | Massive, often polished as cabochons or cut into beads |
| Origins | Afghanistan, Chile, Russia, United States, Myanmar, Pakistan |
| Colors | Deep blue with golden pyrite inclusions |
| Symbolism | Wisdom, truth, communication |
| Esoteric properties | Mental clarity, intuition, spiritual communication |
| Associated chakras | Throat (5th chakra) |
| Uses in lithotherapy | Balance emotions, calm the mind, promote spiritual growth |
| Associated deities | Isis, Aphrodite |
| Related elements | Air, Water |
| Associated signs | Sagittarius, Virgo |
| Associated planets | Jupiter |
Stone recharging
| Sunlight | Expose to direct sunlight for a few hours to revitalize the stone's energy |
| Moonlight | Place under the full moonlight to benefit from its purifying properties |
| Sage or incense | Pass the stone through sage or incense smoke to remove negative energies |
| Quartz cluster | Place on a cluster of quartz or geodes for at least a few hours to recharge |
| Meditation | Use meditation to visualize positive energy entering the stone |
| Quartz Sand | Bury in quartz sand for several hours to cleanse and recharge |
