Ancient Egyptians wore Jasper scarabs because it was believed
to increase sexual energy. According to the Bible, Jasper was a direct gift
from God and would be the first foundation stone of the New Jerusalem. The
Indians of Asia, as well as the Native Americans, see it as a magical rain
stone and a powerful healing stone.
Legend has it that Jasper would drive away evil spirits and
protect against snake and spider bites. In the fourth century it was thought to
bring about rain. In ancient Europe it was used as a “rain bringer” and the
word Jasper in some Native American cultures also meant “rain bringer”.
Jasper
is the stone
of Scorpio and Virgo, as well as the planetary stone of Aries. It symbolizes
will-power, and in the Middle Ages it was known as the Warrior's Stone. Legend
holds that jasper is the stone that adorned Siegfried's Sword.
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| Aries Earrinngs |
Jasper is a fairly common stone, and it
is generally worn or carried to promote mental development and to restrain
dangerous desires or impulses that may lead to hazardous situations.
Traditionally, when worn as a decorative necklace, Jasper is known to combat
exhaustion. Jasper needs direct contact with the skin; after each use, the
stone should be cleaned under warm running water and recharged overnight in a
bowl of tumbled hematite stones to be recharged.
Each color of jasper has its own
corresponding magical nature and uses.
Associations: Energy – various; Element –
various; Chakras – various; Planet – various.
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