VIBRATION: Number 1
ZODIAC: Sagittarius
CHARACTERISTICS: Protection, Rapid Growth and Insight
ATTRIBUTES: Obsidian is lustrous volcanic glass; molten lava that cooled so quickly it had no time to crystallize. Obsidian has no boundaries or limitations, as a result works extremely fast and with great power. Obsidian is truth-enhancing, merciless in exposing flaws, weaknesses and blockages - nothing can be hidden. Obsidian identifies the source of destructive and dis-empowering conditions, showing us how to grow and lend solid support to others in the same situation. Obsidian needs careful handling as it can bring negative emotions and unpleasant truth rushing to the surface. Obsidian provides deep soul healing, facilitates going into past lives to heal festering emotions or trauma that have been carried forward into the present. Obsidian is a strongly protective stone, forming a shield against negativity, provides a grounding cord from the base chakra to the center of the earth. Obsidian absorbs negative energies from the environment, blocks psychic attacks and removes negative spiritual influences. Obsidian brings clarity to the mind, confidence and ease while anchoring the spirit into the body and stimulating growth on all levels.
HEALING: Obsidian's healing energetic vibrations provide insight into the root cause of dis-ease. Obsidian aids the digestion of anything that is hard to accept and promotes physical digestion. Obsidian is a wonderful crystal tool for detoxing. Obsidian may be helpful in dissolving blockages and tensions in the physical and subtle bodies, including hardened arteries. Obsidian may reduce the pain of arthritis and alleviate joint problems, cramps, and injuries. Obsidian warms the extremities and may be helpful for increased circulation. Obsidian may be helpful and supportive for prostrate health.
BLACK OBSIDIAN is a powerful, creative stone that grounds the soul and spiritual forces into the physical plane. Black Obsidian promotes self-control and forces facing up to one's true self, taking you deep into the subconscious mind. Black Obsidian brings imbalances and shadow qualities to the surface for release. Black Obsidian magnifies all negative energies to be fully experienced and then released, this healing effect goes back unto past lives and can work the ancestral and family line. Black Obsidian reverses previous misuse of power, teaching that to be empowered is not to wield personal power but rather to channel the power for the good of all. Black Obsidian is very protective, repels negativity, disperses unloving thoughts and facilitates release of old loves providing support during the change. Black Obsidian has the gift of prophesy and have been used in shamanic ceremonies to remove physical disorders. When used in healing, Black Obsidian placed on the root chakra grounds spiritual energy into the body. When Black Obsidian is held briefly above the third eye, it breaks through mental barriers and dissolves mental conditioning.
BLUE OBSIDIAN aids astral travel, facilitates divination, and enhances telepathy. Blue Obsidian activates the throat chakra and supports communication skills. Blue Obsidian opens the aura to receive healing energy. Blue Obsidian may be helpful in the treatment of speech defects, eye disorders, Alzheimer's, schizophrenia and multiple personal disorders.
BLUE-GREEN OBSIDIAN opens the heart and throat chakras, facilitating the speaking one's truth and understanding from the heart. Blue-Green Obsidian makes for an excellent crystal healing tool when used in conjunction with Reiki energies. Blue-Green Obsidian balances the mind, body and spirit. Blue-Green Obsidian improves the assimilation of Vitamins A and E, and enhances night vision.
ELECTRIC-BLUE OBSIDIAN is an intuitive stone facilitating divination, trance states, shamanic journeying, psychic communication and past-life regression. Electric Blue Obsidian opens the third eye chakra and assists with meditation and inner journeys. Electric Blue Obsidian accesses the root causes of difficulties and balances energy fields. Electric Blue Obsidian may be helpful in the treatment of spinal misalignment and impacted vertebrae, circulatory disorders, growths and spasmodic conditions. Electric Blue Obsidian may also be helpful in the healing the eyes and vision issues.
GOLD-SHEEN OBSIDIAN is an effective crystal tool for scrying. Gold Sheen Obsidian takes you into the future, the past and deep into the core of problems. Gold Sheen Obsidian shows what is needed for healing and will help identify other crystals that may be needed to achieve healing. Gold Sheen Obsidian eliminates the sense of futility and any ego conflicts illuminating necessary knowledge for spiritual growth. In healing, Gold Sheen Obsidian balances energy fields.
MAHOGANY OBSIDIAN has a gentler energy than Black obsidian. Mahogany Obsidian resonates with the Earth, grounding one and offering energetic protection and strength in times of need. Mahogany Obsidian re-vitalizes purpose, eliminates energy blockages, and stimulates growth on all levels. Mahogany Obsidian is a stabilizing stone that strengthens the aura and restores the correct spin to the sacral and solar plexus chakras. Worn on the body, Mahogany Obsidian has been known to relieve pain and improves circulation.
MIDNIGHT LACE OBSIDIAN is a black and whitish colored “lace” patterned volcanic glass. The lacey pattern in Midnight Lace Obsidian was caused during the initial volcanic flow and creation of the volcanic glass. Midnight Lace Obsidian is a useful crystal tool for “bubbling up” creating your own sphere of privacy and seclusion. Midnight Lace Obsidian serves as a crystal “do not disturb” sign. Midnight Lace Obsidian effectively shuts off the outside world influences so one may concentrate and focus on the situation at hand. Midnight Lace Obsidian may protect one from discovery during secretive activities or may act as crystal camouflage energetically “cloaking” one’s thoughts and feelings. Midnight Lace Obsidian helps to provide a balance with emotions and a sense of diplomacy when needed. Midnight Lace Obsidian helps to foster a loving response to others without sarcasm or negativity. Midnight Lace Obsidian promotes affinity with others and supports understanding and the process of reconciliation. Midnight Lace Obsidian thrusts one forward in life with a “seize the moment” type of vibration. Midnight Lace Obsidian’s energetic vibration lends support while creating preparedness for all opportunities and upcoming situations. Midnight Lace Obsidian may be a supportive energetic ally during a crisis situation providing quick answers and results. In healing, Midnight Lace Obsidian may be helpful in the treatments of insomnia, bursitis, and neuralgia. Midnight Lace Obsidian may also be helpful in the recovery of poisoning or ingestion of toxins. Midnight Lace Obsidian vibrates to the number 7 and the astrological sign of Scorpio.
RAINBOW OBSIDIAN is a gentler type of obsidian. Rainbow Obsidian is a “stone of pleasure” facilitating the enjoyment of one’s life and the sense of gratitude. Rainbow Obsidian is a stone for love bringing answers to questions in areas of love interests, relationships, and romantic involvements. Rainbow Obsidian cuts the cord of old love and gently releases hooks that others have left in the heart, replenishing the heart energy. Rainbow Obsidian has strong protective properties. When worn as a pendant, Rainbow Obsidian absorbs negative energy from the aura and draws off stress from the body. Rainbow Obsidian opens and activates all the chakras.
RED-BLACK OBSIDIAN raises the kundalini energy. Red-black Obsidian promotes vitality, virility and brotherhood. Red-black Obsidian may be helpful in the treatment of fevers and chills.
SILVER-SHEEN OBSIDIAN enhances meditation and is the perfect crystal tool for gazing and divination. Silver-sheen Obsidian helps to create advantages throughout life and imparts patience and perseverance. Red-black Obsidian is a helpful crystal tool when journeying out of the body, as it connects the astral body with the physical body bringing the soul back into physical incarnation.
APACHE TEAR is a form of Black Obsidian but much gentler in effect. Apache Tear brings out negativity slowly so it can be transmuted. Apache Tear an excellent stone to absorb and transmute negative energy and is protective and grounding. Apache Tear comforting for those experiencing grief. Apache Tear provides insight into the source of distress and relieves long-term grievances. Apache Tear stimulates analytical capabilities, promotes forgiveness, removes self-limitations and increases spontaneity.
SNOWFLAKE OBSIDIAN is a stone of purity, providing balance for body, mind and spirit. Snowflake Obsidian helps to recognize and release "wrong thinking" and stressful mental patterns replacing these thoughts with a inner contentedness. Snowflake obsidian helps one to recognize outworn and unwanted behaviors transforming negative thought patterns into positive results supportive of a new level of well-being. With the aid of Snowflake Obsidian, isolation and loneliness become empowering, aiding surrender in meditation. Snowflake Obsidian helps to recall events that may relate to present situations and gives insight and the courage to overcome and release current problems or obstacles. Snowflake Obsidian supports persistence giving one hope as additional sources of support are uncovered which may have been previously overlooked or taken for granted. Snowflake Obsidian brings meaningful synchronicity to one’s attention creating awareness to the flow of divine universal energies. Snowflake Obsidian helps one to find strength and the willingness to shift one’s perception of reality. When placed on the sacral chakra, Snowflake Obsidian is calming and soothing. Snowflake Obsidian may be helpful in the treatment of veins, the skeletal system, and improving circulation.
