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The
Power of
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Navaratnas
Gems are being widely used as a
popular astrological remedy as a
remedial measure to counteract
adverse planetary effects. Gems
have their own power of
attracting an individual by
their brilliance and beauty. The
ancient seers of India called
them as ratnas (jewels) and used
them to help an individual
native. Though they are many
gemstones lunar astrology
advocates the use of 9 stones to
counteract the adverse effect of
planets. Consider Newton’s Law
of gravitation: F=Gm1m2/r2And
think whether gemstones affect
an individual or not. Gemstones
should be carefully selected
after determining planetary
positions in one chart,
ascendant (lagna), planetary
cycle and the moon sign. Careful
selection of gem can bring about
prosperity, mental peace and
success. Kindly see the
following table about the 9
gemstones described in the
ancient Shastras (Divine Books):
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Nine
Gemstones described in ancient
Shastras |
| Gem Name |
Indian name |
Representing planet |
Activity |
| Ruby |
Manik |
Sun |
Excellent for rulers, leaders, people involved in government
work |
| Pearl |
Moti |
Moon |
Good for mental peace, controlling anger, mood swings |
| Red Coral |
Moonga |
Mars |
For strength, valour, energy and vitality |
| Emerald |
Panna |
Mercury |
For mental activities. Good for accountants, business
managers, scientists, doctors, public speakers and those involved in mental
pursuits |
| Jupiter |
Pukhraj |
Jupiter |
For spiritual thoughts, Spiritual advancements, and good
luck, knowledge, academic success, gain of an upright husband |
| Diamond |
Hira |
Venus |
For domestic bliss, attraction, good things of life, curing
genital diseases. Good for actors and stage performers, attraction and
sexual powers |
| Blue Sapphire |
Neelam |
Saturn |
For countering the ill effects of Saturn. For wealth.
Riddance from bad dreams. For excellent fate. Very strong stone. Shows
its +ve or -ve effect in 3 seconds,3 minutes,3 hours or 3 days. Should
be worn with caution after proper consultation. |
| Zircon (orange) |
Gomedh |
Dragon's node |
Good for mental balance, stability. Excellent for people
involved in any kind of political activity |
| Cat's eye |
Lehsunia |
Dragon's antinode |
For counteracting the adverse effects of ketu. For occult
advancement |
This is the basic introduction about the effects of gems. The Most important
thing is to ascertain which is the gem that will bring about maximum benefit
to an individual. All things are made up of matter so are gems. It is most
important to identify which gemstone will suit an individual’s physiological
and mental makeup. Gemstones such as Blue Sapphire and Cat’s eye are so
strong that if not chosen carefully can actually act negatively and bring
about the downfall of a person.
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Choosing the
right gem |
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There are various methods for choosing the right gemstone.
The question that arises is should a gemstone be selected of the planet placed
favorably in an individual’s chart or the other way round. The best way is to
identify the key planets that will control an individual’s life and then see
their positions in the chart. If they are favorably placed one should wear the
gemstone of that planet. Planets that are unfavorably placed are best pacified
by chanting their mantras and stotras (prayers) and donating articles
represented by that planet. For example if Saturn is badly placed in a chart or
is the lord of inauspicious houses it is best to pacify him by donating oil,
chanting the Shani stotra and chanting his mantra.
Some important points:
- Whenever you decide to wear a gemstone be sure that you use the right metal
to get it set in the ring.
- Wear the gemstone in the correct finger. For example Yellow Sapphire should
be worn in the first finger only.
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