Rahu's Hessonite !

By Richard Shaw Brown

The Legend of Rahu

OURCE: Srimad Bhagavat Maha-puranam


The legend of Rahu (the eclipse): as it appears in the encyclopedia of Vedic history, the Srimad Bhagavata Maha-puranam: Canto VIII, Chapters 5-9 (circa 3,000 BC)...


First a brief background of this ancient history.

Cast of characters:

At the beginning of creation, Lord Vishnu, the eternal Supreme Being, entered His own unmanifested material nature (Prakriti); from His navel was born the first being, Brahma (the four-faced), who is the empowered material creator; from Brahma's third eye, in anger, appeared the great Lord Shiva (destroyer of the cosmos), along with the demigods (devas) and the demons (asuras).

At this time there was a great attempt by the demigods and demons to churn the ocean of milk (primordial soup) to obtain the nectar of immortality. Lord Vishnu incarnated Himself as Kurma-avatar (the tortoise incarnation) to act as support of the churning rod, which was the cosmic Mount Mandara (center of the Universe); and the celestial serpent, Vasuki, was to be the churning rope. The demigods, being humble by nature, took hold of the tail of Vasuki, while the demons, who are always proud, took the fiery head; and thus the churning began.

During the churning process many wonderful things were produced, until finally the "amrita" or immortal nectar appeared. Immediately there was a fierce struggle and the demons forcefully took possession of the nectar. At that time, to help the demigods, Lord Vishnu, expanded Himself into Mohini-murti, the most enchanting of all beautiful goddesses. The demons, who were completely love-struck, allowed the Goddess to have the nectar, which she began to distribute amongst the demigods.

At that time, the great demon, Rahu, disguised as a demigod, entered the line of eager devas, between the Sun and Moon gods. As soon as the nectar was tasted by Rahu, he was exposed by the Sun & Moon gods, and Lord Vishnu, in His Mohini form, immediately severed Rahu's head with His Sudarshan Chakra (discus). Because Rahu had tasted the amrita his head became immortal, while his body fell away dead. Seeing this wonderful event, Lord Vishnu, then awarded Rahu the exalted post of Graha (planetary deity) as the malevolent North Node of the Moon.

Rahu still hates the Sun and Moon gods for the destruction of his body from the neck down, and he attacks the Sun and Moon out of revenge, following a schedule of eclipses, which are predicted and recorded to this day by astronomers and astrologers.

Astrological Influence: Rahu is by nature a malevolent planetary influence which can cause personal frustration, sacrileges habits, abuse of alcohol and drugs, possession of ghosts and demons, and infectious diseases.

However, when located in a powerful spot in one's horoscope, Rahu can elevate one to positions of great wealth and power and confer public influence over the masses. Rahu is associated with serpents, fear, karmic retribution, and un-virtuous characters.
Persons with Rahu exalted are wealthy and fortunate. But those who have a weak or afflicted Rahu in their horoscope have a tendency to suffer from fear of supernatural phenomena and suicidal impulses.

ULTRA-VIOLET is the cosmic color transmitted by Rahu through hessonite and other orange gems. Ultra-violet color waves are the coldest of all the cosmic rays and should only be used for ailments caused by extreme over-heating, i.e., high fever, hyper-acidity, indigestion, hyper-sexuality, insomnia, and during child birth.

Rahu astral talismans may also help divert disasters, prevent insanity, counteract poisons, and protect one from demoniac influences. Rahu is particularly associated with scientific genius and the ability to deal successfully with people of lower status, such as servants, employees, and underworld characters.

Gemstones governed by Rahu include hessonite, spessertite, zircon (hyacinth), and other natural gems of golden-orange to brownish-orange hues. Only flawless (eye-clean) stones transmit beneficial Rahu energy.

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The other Pearls

By Richard S. Brown, Gemologist (G.I.A.)
Besides (natural) oyster pearls there are seven other types found in conch shells, wild boar heads, elephant heads, king cobra heads, bamboo stems, clouds, and fish heads.

Pearls from elephant heads, bamboo stems, boar heads, fish mouths, and conch shells are lusterless, even though possessed of other auspicious qualities. Pearls from conch shells are usually the size of a large kona (the large end of a drum stick), and they possess a color similar to their host shell.

Fish pearls are perfectly round and symmetrical. They possess a yellowish hue like the scales of the pathenam fish which often inhabit the mouths of deep sea whales.

Boar pearls are colored like a boar's tusks and are found only in remote parts of the world. Such pearls are auspicious symbols of the Varaha boar incarnation of the Supreme Lord, Sri Vishnu.

Pearls derived from bamboo appear like hailstones in color, and they are found only within bamboo that has grown in a region populated by religious people.

Pearls from the cobra's hood are perfectly round, like fish pearls, and they radiate a natural effulgence. By repeated washing, a snake pearl becomes as lustrous as a polished sword blade. Anyone possessing such a naga-mani attains piety, rare good fortune, and eventually becomes illustrious as a leader of men, complete with a great collection of all precious gems.

Upon acquiring such a snake pearl, the owner should have the rite of installation performed by a priest who is learned in religious formalities. After hearing from the owner how the pearl was obtained and conducting the benedictory ritual, the priest should formally install the jewel inside the owner's house. On such an auspicious occasion, the sky becomes filled with dark and heavy rain clouds, thunder, and flashing lightning, such as exhibited at the time of universal dissolution. A man in possession of such a snake pearl will never be troubled by snakes, demonic beings, diseases, or disturbances in any form.

Cloud pearls, being naturally effulgent like the sun, illuminate the sky in all directions and dispel the darkness of cloudy days. Glowing brighter than the combined light of the moon, the twinkling stars, and fire, a cloud-born pearl dissipates even the darkest night exactly like the sunrise. A cloud pearl is so priceless that the entire earth, with her oceans filled with countless jewels and covered in layers of gold, would not be equal in value. Cloud pearls rarely reach this earthly world, because they are usually taken away by the demigods.

Even a low born man would become supreme ruler of the entire world if, as result of some past pious actions, he were to come into possession of such a pearl. The appearance of such a man on earth who obtained a cloud pearl during his lifetime would bring good fortune not only to himself, but to the entire human race as well. No form of evil could even touch the land within an 8,000 mile radius of his birthplace.

Summary translation of Sanskrit texts from Sri Garuda-Puranam, Chapter 69 (Circa 2,500 BC)

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WHAT ARE REAL NATURAL PEARLS?

by Richard S. Brown, GIA, PG

Today 99% of the people we see using pearls are actually using CULTURED- pearls. These cultured-pearls are considered to have little astrological (Moon) influence, if any, because the main body of the so-called pearl is NOT PEARL, but some pre-formed shell-ball implant. That means it is not a natural complete unit, but just a thin covering of real pearl substance (called nacre) on the surface of a pre-shaped and pre-sized non-pearl bead. A cultured-pearl contains only a small percentage of pearl, most of the body is NOT PEARL.

In ancient Oriental and European histories we know that the "Pearl" they referred to was 100% natural pearl, because cultured-pearls were not known until recently. But at the present time practically everyone (except a learned gemologist) now thinks that the hollow "cultured pearl" pearl-imitations are the real thing. This is mass ignorance, and should be addressed by all cultured persons who care about the true nature of things.

Natural pearls are 100% 'pearl' or nacre. It is thought that natural pearls form under a set of accidental conditions when a microscopic intruder or grain of sand enters an oyster (mollusk) and settles inside the shell. The oyster, being irritated by the intruder, secretes the pearl substance called nacre to cover the irritant. This process is repeated for many years, thus producing a real pearl which may (or may not) be found by man. For a natural pearl to form with a nice round or oval shape, and be free of any flaws, is actually a real-life "miracle." The odds of a perfect natural pearl are 1 in a million.



Think about your knowledge of pearls... Did you know that 'cultured' pearls (nucleated and non-nucleated or tissue nucleated cultured pearls) and imitation pearls can be distinguished from natural pearls by X-ray examination? Nucleated cultured pearls are often 'pre-formed' as they tend to follow the shape of the implanted shell bead nucleus. Once the pre-formed beads are inserted into the oyster, it secretes a few layers of nacre around the outside surface of the implant before it is removed after six months or more. When you X-ray a nucleated cultured 'so-called' pearl it will reveal a different structure to that of a natural pearl (solid center with no concentric growth rings, compared to a solid center with growth rings). Many nucleated cultured pearls used in the trade today are in fact mostly shell bead nuclei with very thin to thin nacreous coatings over them. A natural pearl however is solid nacre or 100% pearl.

Any well equipped internationally recognized gem testing laboratory such as the GIA's Gem Trade Laboratory or the new AGTA Gem Lab (under super-vision of noted pearl expert, Kenneth Scarratt) is able to separate natural pearls from their counterparts viz., cultured pearls, non-nucleated cultured pearls and imitation 'pearls'.



One should NEVER purchase a natural pearl without a bona-fide gemological X-ray certificate. Some reasons being that good quality natural pearls are real, valuable precious jewels (cultured-pearls are not), and only NATURAL real pearls, in "single divine unit" emit auspicious Moon energy (cultured pearls are near-powerless). Although a real pearl is made of "nacre" still nacre in not a pearl. There fore a thin coating of nacre is NOT considered a real pearl. Ruby is made of red corundum, yet a coating of red corundum on a brick does NOT make a ruby; cultured pearl is the same principle.
If you were to take a department store mannequin and cover the doll with a thin layer of human skin, would that make a human being? A cultured pearl is the same process (follows a similar process), i.e., taking a shell bead nucleus and inducing an oyster to cover it with nacre to 'imitate' the formation of a natural pearl. But thanks to X-ray examination we can now separate cultured pearls, non-nucleated cultured pearls or imitation pearls from their all-natural counterpart.

I hope this small article has opened the eyes of some readers for a greater appreciation of one of nature's most perfectly blessed treasures, viz., REAL PEARLS, the sacred gem for the Moon (Chandra). Also known in Sanskrit as, "mukta-phala" or the fruit of liberation and "Shasi-ratna" or Gem of the Moon, fine natural pearls will always be treasured by real collectors and connoisseurs all over the globe. As it has always been.

Pictured is an extremely rare and flawless 3.41 carat round NATURAL PEARL hand-crafted in 18 kt white & yellow gold. Lunar Astral Gemstone Talisman piece number 3972, "Infinity" design by Richard S. Brown.

Ref. ©1995 Ancient Astrological Gemstones & Talismans

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Vedic Gemology Gets Organized

BY HRSIKESANANDA DAS

THAILAND, Feb 19 (VNN) — PLANETARY GEMOLOGISTS ASSOCIATION
99/22 Soi 7 Lang Suan Road, Lumpini, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Tel. (662) 252-1230 Fax. (662) 252-1231

E-mail: info@p-g-a.org
http://www.p-g-a.org

"The Sun manifests his brilliance in a ruby although it is a gem." Sri Brahma-Samhita : 5.49

GEM: A natural pearl, coral, shell or mineral that is valued for its durability, rarity, portability, beauty, perfection or astrological influence.

GEMOLOGY: The study of gems.

PLANETARY GEMOLOGY: Ancient Vedic science of the relationship between 9 GEMS and 9 PLANETS recognised in sidereal astrology and ayurveda.

PLANETARY GEMOLOGIST (PG): A practitioner of Planetary Gemmology; one who knows BOTH the physical and metaphysical properties of gems.

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE:

The "Graha-anukul ratna-vishesh-ajna parishad" or Planetary Gemologists Association (PGA), is a necessary regulatory and research group formed to help unite all genuine Planetary Gemologists around the world.

Purpose of the Planetary Gemologists Association is threefold,...

1) To bring order and positive worldwide attention to this ancient science, Planetary Gemology, which is one of the 64 Asian arts, associated with Vedic (sidereal) astrology, Ayurveda, and elite mineralogy;

2) To establish high standards of professionalism and expertise as requirements for membership, which will serve as a guarantee of integrity and excellence to the public;

3) To maintain a forum for deliberation into the subtle mysteries of "Planetary Gemology" and to present these findings and conclusions by publishing an annual Journal named the "Journal of the Planetary Gemologists Association."

For information about joining or supporting the Planetary Gemologists Association please contact: PGA's ACTING SECRETARY, Richard S. Brown, GIA, PG mailto:rsb@p-g-a.org


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Venus' Diamond - for Ascs Capricorn, Aquarius & Pisces

Venus rules Poetics, Music and pleasures of the mundane. He is the Guru of the demons in Indian Mythology, in direct contrast to Jupiter, who is the Guru of the celestials. Venus, as the Asura Guru, rules over business, politics and in all areas where crookedness is involved. He is also the aesthetic planet. He also represent arts and sciences of the relative.

For Capricorn Ascendants, Diamond is generally recommended. Venus is a functional benefic as he owns the 5th and 10th houses. Saturn, the ruler of Aquarius and Capricorn, is a friend of Venus.

For Aquarius Ascs, wearing a Diamond will bring boons. Saturn is friendly to Venus and Saturn happens to be the lord of Aquarius. Venus becomes a great functional benefic, as he owns the 4th and 9th houses.

For Pisces, Diamond should never be worn, as Venus owns the adverse 3rd and 6th houses.

Venus' Diamond - for Ascs Libra, Scorpio & Sagittarius

Venus rules mundane pleasures and sensory enjoyments. He rules Poetry and Rhetoric. Music is also represented by this fair planet.

For Libra, Diamond should not be used, as Venus is the 8th lord. But a good gemologist can sometimes take a risk and prescribe Diamond, as Venus is the Ascendant lord also, provided Venus is powerful in Sthana Bala.

For Scorpio, Diamond should not be used, as Venus is the 12th lord and the lord of the seventh and hence tainted by Angular ownership. I have never prescribed Diamond to any Scorpian.

For Sag, normally Diamond is not recommended, as Venus is the 6th lord. But if Venus is powerful enough to cause Raja Yogas or Malavya Yoga, Diamond can be recommended

Venus' Diamond - for Ascs Cancer, Leo & Virgo

Venus is a lovely planet which imparts love for the mundane.

Venusian significations are Poetry, Aesthetics & Rhetorics ( Kavya Komala Vagvilasamathulam ). Venus's blessings are needed for succes in Business, in Music, in Poetry and the Arts. Also for cooperation from the opposite sex.

For Ascendant Cancer - Diamond is not generally recommended for Cancerians. Reasons are simple. Venus is a functional malefic for Cancer, as he owns the 4th ( Kendradhipatya Dosha ) & the 11th ( Badhakadhipatya Dosha ). Exception to the rule - it may be recommended during the periods/subperiods of Venus.

For Asc Leo - An emphatic no for Leoians, as Venus is the 3rd Lord and the 10th lord. Exception to the rule - it may be recommended during the periods/subperiods of Venus.

For Asc Virgo - An emphatic Yes for Virgoians, as Venus is the lord of Dhana Bhava ( 2nd ) & 9th house ( Bhagya Bhava ).

Venus' Diamond - for Ascs Aries, Taurus, Gemini

Venus rules sensory enjoyments and life-partner. Love, romance, beauty, poetics, rhetorics - all these are ruled by this fair planet that hearteneth to love. Material prosperity and wealth are conferred by this Guru of the demons, if properly positioned in the horoscope. Vehicles, homes and luxuries fall under significations. Artists, painters and musicians are ruled by him.

In Astro Gemology, he is represented by Diamond, the queen of all gems. Let us see how Diamond fares for different Ascs.

For Aries Ascendant - As Venus is a functional malefic for Aries, Diamond is not generally recommended. The exception to the rule is during the subperiods/ periods of Venus' period of directional influence.

For Taurus - Yes, Diamond can be worn, as Venus is the Ascendant lord. By virtue of ownership of the First House, Venus becomes a benefic for Taurus, irrespective of the fact that he owns the adverse 6th.

For Gemini - Again, yes, Diamond can be worn, as Venus is the lord of the favourable 5th ( a Lakshmi Sthana ) & 12th. The 5th is considered to be a Hosue of Wealth.

Mercury's Emerald - for Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces

For Capricornians, Emerald can be recommended. Mercury is the 9th lord or the lord of the House of Fortune. Saturn, the ruler of Capricornus, is a friend of Mercury. Business luck is generally increased by wearing Emerald.

For Aquarians, Emerald is highly recommended for wearing. Mercury becomes the owner of the Lakshmi Sthana, the 5th House, the House of Fortune from the House of Fortune. Not only material fortune, but also spiritual tendencies are increased.

For Pisceans, Emerald is not suitable. Main reason is that Mercury is a functional malefic, owning the 4th and 7th houses.

Mercury's Emerald - for Cancer, Scorpio, Sag

For Cancerians, Emerald should not be worn, as Mercury is a functional malefic for Cancer. He owns the 3rd and 12th houses for Cancerians. Exception to the rule are when Mercury is posited in either Virgo or Gemini or during his periods/subperiods of directional influence.

For Scorpians, Emerald should not be worn. Mars is the Lagna lord and Mars and Mercury are enemies. Mercury rules the 8th house, the most dreaded house in a horoscope. Although some astrologers say that as the 11th lord he may give good effects, we are against using Emerald for Scorpians.

For Sagittarius, Emerald should not be worn. Mercury is a functional malefic as he owns the 7th and 10th houses, tainted as he is by Kendradhipatya and Badhakadhipatya doshas. Exception to the rule is when he tenants the 9th and 10th houses, or during his periods/subperiods of directional influence.

Mercury's Emerald - For Leo, Virgo & Libra

Mercury is the planet of academic education and lack of green cosmic rays is responsible for failure in studies, lack of concentration in studies etc.

For Leoians, Mercury is the lord of the House of Wealth and the 11th lord, another Wealth House. So Emerald will increase business fortune. Great gains and acquisitions can also be had.

For Virgoaians, Emerald is highly auspicious fof wearing. Increase in professional status, wealth and social status. Mercury owns the 1st and 10th houses and there will be an increase in the 1st house significations ( fame and personality ) & 10th house significations ( professional enhancement ).

For Libraians, Emerald is good for wearing. Mercury is the 9th lord and can give Fortune. So Emerald increases business luck and also spiritual tendencies.

Mercury's Emerald - For Asc Aries, Taurus, Gemini

Mercury is the academic planet and hence he should be strong in the Natal Chart for a person to be intelligent and literate. He rules over our communicative abilities. Teachers, astrologers, lecturers, writers, artists, entrepenauers, managers-must have a powerful Mercury in their horoscopes to be effective

Emerald is the gemstone of Mercury. It emanates green cosmic rays and will reduce the negativities caused by the lack of these rays.

For Aries, normally Emerald is not recommended. Exception to the rule are when Mercury is Gemini or Virgo, well aspected, or in the periods/subperiods of Mercury.

For Taurus, Emerald is highly auspicious for wearing. It will enhance business luck, wealth and dealings with students.

For Gemini, Emerald is highly recommended, as Mercury is the Lagna lord. He also owns the 4th house. Emerald will increase the 4th house significations ( education, conveyances and house ). Also the First House significations ( Fame and personality )

Rahu's Hessonite II

If Rahu is badly positioned in one's chart, the native will be insenstitive to the suffering of others, irrational and will be self-centered. Drug addictions and fear-proneness is rampant.


If Rahu is in Capricorn, Hessonite should not be worn. Some negative traits may be increased, even though, Rahu is friendly to Saturn, the ruler of Capricorn.

If Rahu is in Aquarius, the same result. Two malefics, even though friendly to each, can generate a lot of negative traits. Great care must be exercised while recommendig Hessonite.

If Rahu is in Pisces, Hessonite becomes auspicious for wearing. Jupieter rules Pisces, spiritual qualities will be enhanced by wearing this gem.

Rahu's Hessonite

Hessonite is represented by the North Node, Rahu. Rahu is a natural malefic. All sorts of chaos is generated by Rahu. He creates enmity with others. He can be a giver of financial prosperity, but he will take away mental peace. Rahu rules terrorists, revolutionaries and criminals. If he be strong in one's natal chart, he can give immense wealth and impart great fame, influence and power over others.

If Rahu is in Aries, Hessonite should not be worn. In Taurus, he is exalted and hence wearing Hessonite is highly auspicious. In Cancer, Hessonite is not recommended. In Leo also, no for wearing Hessonite.

In Virgo, Rahu is strong and Hessonite can increase prosperity. In Libra, Hessonite is recommended. In Scorpio, Hessonite should never be worn. In Sag, Hessonite is highly recommended and good effects can be experienced, particularly during his periods/subperiods of directional influence.

Jove's Yellow Sapphire - for Asc Capricorn, Aquarius & Pisces

For Capricornians Yellow Sapphire is not generally recommended, as Jupiter is the lord of 3rd and 12th houses, both malefic. Exception to the rule - when Jupiter is in Pisces or Sagittarius, or during his periods/subperiods of directional influence.

For Aquarians, Y S is not recommended, as Jove is the lord of the second and eleventh houses. Exception to the rules is when Jupiter tenants Pisces or Sagittarius or during Jove's periods and subperiods.

For Pisceans, Y S is highly recommended, as Jupiter is the auspicious Lagna lord. Y S will foster fame and prosperity as well as professional enhancement

Jove's Yellow Sapphire - For Ascs Libra, Scorpio, Sag

For Libra - Generally Y S is not recommended for Librains, as Jupiter is a functional malefic for Libra. Exceptions to the rule - If Jove is in Sag or Pisces,or during Jupiter's periods of directional influence.

For Scorpio - Yellow Sapphire is generally recommended for Scorpians, as Jupiter is the Lord of Fortune. Yellow Sapphire or the secondary stone of Jupiter, Golden Topaz, will foster fortune and spirituality. It will also enhance education & financial prosperity.

For Sagittarius - Y S is highly recommended for Sagittarians, as Jupiter rules the 4th & 1st houses. Y S will increase the 4th house significations like vehicles, house and education and the 1st House significations like fame and personality.

Jupiter's Yellow Sapphire - for Ascs Cancer, Leo & Virgo

For Cancer - For Cancerians, Yellow Sapphire is very auspicious. Jupiter owns the 6th and 9th houses and his 9th lordship makes him very benign. Yellow Sapphire will foster spirituality, increase fortune and give lucky breaks. Not only spiritual but materials benefits also increase.

For Leo - For Leoians, Jupiter is the favourable 5th lord, the lord of Lakshmi Sthana or Prosperity. Yellow Sapphire, when worn, will increase investments, prosperity and learning.

For Virgo - Yellow Sapphire is generally not recommended for Virgoians, as Jove owns the 7th and 4th houses. He is afflicted by Angular ownership of the 4th and Badhakadhipatya of the 7th.

Jupiter's Yellow Sapphire - For Ascs Aries, Taurus & Gemini

Knowledge, both worldly and divine, is the prerogative of Jupiter. He is the greatest benefic in the astrological hierarchy and is the indicator of Divine Grace.

Let us see how his gemstone - the Yellow Sapphire - can be recommended for different Ascendants.

For Aries - Mars is the ruled of Aries and cordially disposed to Jupiter. Furthur, Jove rules the 9th House, the House of Fortune, which is considered to be the most important house. The 12th House, a materially negative but spiritually positive house, indicates renunciation and occult power and hence wearing a Yellow Sapphire is therefore recommended

For Taurus - Jupiter is the negative 8th lord, as well as the 11th lord. 8th House is considered to be the worst house. Hence Yellow Sapphire is not generally recommended for Taurians. Exception to the rule - during Jove's periods/subperiods.

For Gemini - Mercury is the lord of Gemini and is inimical to Jupiter. So Yellow Sapphire is not generally recommended. Exception to the rule - if Jove is in his own sign and during his periods/subperiods.

Moon's Pearl for Ascs - Capr, Aquarius & Pisces

For Capricorn, Moon is the enemy of its ruler, Saturn, and hence Pearl or Moonstone is not recommended. Exception to the rule is when Moon is posited in his own house, or during his periods/subperiods of directional influence.

For Aquarius, Moon is the 6th and hence Pearl or Moonstone should not be worn at all. Furthur, he is inimical to Saturn, the lord of Aquarius. Exception to the rule is during Moon's period of directional influence.

For Pisces, Moon is the benefic 5th lord and hence Pearl or Moonstone can be worn. Moreover, the ruler of Pisces is the wisdom planet, Jupiter, who is Moon's bosom friend. Increase of intellectual abilities, happiness of children, improved financial position.

Moon's Pearl for Ascs - Libra, Scorpio & Sag

For Libra, Moon is the benign 10th lord and hence Pearl or Moonstone can be worn, despite Venus, the lord of Libra, being inimical to Luna. Pearl will foster professional skill and enhancement. One rises professionally, in status, in reputation.

For Scorpio, Moon is the favourable 9th lord. Wearing Pearl or Moonstone will increase Fortune, mental stamin, peace of mind and generally wealth.

For Sagittatarius, Moon is the unfavourable 8th lord and hence Pearl or Moonstone should not be worn. Exceptions to the rule are when Luna is in Cancer, in the 8th house, or during his periods/ subperiods of directional influence.

Moon's Pearl for Ascs - Cancer, Leo & Virgo

For Cancer , Moon is the Lagna lord and hence wearing Pearl or Moonstone is very beneficial. Moonstone or Pearl should be worn throughout one's life.

For Leo, Moon is the lord of the 12th and hence wearing Moonstone or Pearl is not recommended. Exceptions are when Moon is in its own house, in Cancer, or during his periods/subperiods of directional influence.

For Virgo, Moon is the Eleventh lord and Pearl can be worn. During Moon's periods of directional influence, also Pearl can be worn.

Moonstone is the secondary gemstone of Moon. Moonstone is generally used, when genuine Pearls are difficult to get.

Moon's Pearl for Ascs - Aries, Taurus & Gemini

For Aries, Moon is the lord of the Fourth House and is very auspicious. Mars, the lord of Aries, is a friend of the Moon. Hence wearing a Pearl is considered auspicious for Aries. Pearl or Moonstone will increase the 4th House significations like happiness, vehicles and house.

For Taurus, Moon is the negative 3rd lord. Moreover, Venus, the lord of Taurus, is Moon's enemy. Hence Pearl or Moonstone should not be worn, except when Moon is in his own house in Cancer and during his periods/subperiods of directional influence.

For Gemini, Moon is the second lord which is not considered auspicious. Pearl therefore is not a good recommendation. Exceptions are when the Moon is in Taurus, where he is exalted.

Sun's Ruby for Ascs - Sag, Capri, Aqu & Pisces

For Sagittarius, Jove is the ruler and he is friendly to the Sun. The Sun is the most benefic Lord of Fortune and hence Ruby can be worn for fostering fortune.

For Capricorn, Ruby should not be worn, as Sun is the negative 8th lord and he is inimical to the ruler of Cap, Saturn. However, if Sun is in the 8th, which makes him powerful, Ruby can be worn. ( This is an exception to the rule ).

For Aquarius, Saturn is the lord and inimical to Sun, even though the 7th House, owned by the Sun, is considered auspicious. So Ruby is not generally recommened. Exception to the rule is when the Sun is in Leo, in the 7th.

For Pisces, the lord is Jupiter, but Leo happens to the 6th House. Hence, except when Sun is in Leo, Ruby should not be worn.

Sun's Ruby for Asc - Virgo, Libra & Scorpio

Virgo is ruled by Mercury, a friend of the Sun, but Sun becomes the 12th lord, as he rules Leo. Hence Ruby is not generally recommended for Virgoians. But if the Sun is powerfully posited in Leo, or during his benign planetary periods, Ruby can be worn.

Libra is ruled by Venus, a planet inimical to the Sun but Sun is the ruler of the 11th House, a benign and auspicious house. 11th is considered to be one of the best houses in a horoscope, as it is the Sarvabheeshta Sthana or the House for the fulfillment of all desires. So Ruby will foster increase of wealth, increase longevity and strengthen the immune system.

Scorpio is ruled by Mars, who is friendly to the Sun. The Sun is the auspicious 10th lord and hence a big benefic. Hence Ruby will improve one's status, fame and reputation. Increase in one's socio-economic position and power.

Sun's Ruby for Ascendants Gemini, Cancer & Leo

Gemini is ruled by Mercury, who is the bosom friend of Sun. But Leo, which is ruled by the Sun, happens to be the 3rd house, a negative house. Since Ruby is the gemstone of the lord of the 3rd house, it is not generally recommend for Gemini Ascs. But if the Sun is strong in Leo or Aries, it can be recommended.

Cancer is ruled by the Moon and he is a friend of the Sun. The Second House is the House of Wealth and hence there is no objection to recommending Ruby for Cancerians.

For Leo Ascs, Sun is the lord of the Ascendant and hence Ruby is highly beneficial for wearing. The significations of the Asc, like fame and personality will be enhanced by Ruby.

Sun's Ruby for Ascendants Aries & Taurus

For Aries, Sun is the 5th lord. The 5th House rules progeny and punya or divine merit. Being the 9th from the 9th, it is considered as Lakshmi Sthana or the House of Prosperity. So the 5th is a house of Wealth, along with 2nd, 9th and 11th.

For Aries Ascendants, the Sun is the benign lord of the Fifth. Hence Ruby can be recommended. Ruby for Aries Ascs will foster education, prosperity, wealth and happiness from children. Mars, the lord of Aries, is friendly to the Sun.

For Taurus, since Venus is the Asc ( Ascendant ) lord, Ruby is not generally recommended, as Venus is having an inimical relationship with the Sun. However in specific cases, Ruby can be worn ( when the Sun is tenanting the 10th house or during its periods of directional influence).

Ultra Viloet Cosmic Rays - Rahu - North Node - Hessonite

This is the coldest ray of them all.It corresponds to the North Node of the Moon, which is a shadowy planet. The corresponding Gemstone is Hessonite.

Caution must be exercised while recommending Hessonite. Rahu is a dangerous planet ( as he causes eclipse ) and can increase criminal propensities in an individual. If wrongly worn on wrong advice, Hessonite may increase angst or anxiety, frustration and suffering. On the other hand, it has wonderful healing powers if the patient has excess heat within the body.

Loss of appetite or digestive disorders can be remedied by Hessonite.

Violet Cosmic Rays - Saturn - Blue Sapphire

Originating from the element Air, Violet cosmic rays correspond to the Melancholy planet, Saturn and the corresponding gem is Blue Sapphire.

Air moves not only in the enviroment, but within our bodies. Vata or air moves the other Ayurvedic humours, Kapha and Pitta and hence it is considered as the force of harmony within the body physiologic.

Lack of violet rays will create disorders and disease. Skin eruptions are natural. The nervous system will be affected.

Blue Sapphire can heal many skin diseases, as the skin's cosmic color is violet.

Violet rays deficiency gives paralysis, sciatica, nervous disorder,
arthritis, gastric ulcer, mental illness, hysteria, headache, earache, brain disorders etc. Nerve hunger is satisfied by Saturn's gem, as Saturn rules the nervous system. Chronic Lecoderma can be cured by Blue Sapphire and its violet rays.

Great caution must be exercise while recommending Blue Sapphire. It should be recommended only is Saturn is a functional benefic in one's chart.

Indigo Cosmic Rays -Venus - Diamond

Originating from the element Water, Indigo rays correspond to Venus, the fair planet that hearteneth to love. These rays are needed for prosperity and abundance. They are the bringers of love and beauty. Materials luxuries and sexual gratification are increased by these rays.

Lack of these makes a person unfriendly. Those who lack this ray experience difficulty in expressing love. They become loners and become unsociable. Indian Holistic Medicine says that Diamond contains all the Six Tastes of Ayurveda - sweet, bitter, astringet, salty, sour and pungent and a Diamond can bring balance between the three humors of Bile, Phlegm and Wind ( Vata, Pitta & Kapha ).

Deficiency of this color gives diseases of the private parts, diabetes, impotency, sore throat, venereal diseases ( the word " Venereal " derives from Venus veneris ), eczema, uterine diseases and skin eruptions.

Orange Cosmic Rays - Moon - Pearl

The Moon radiates the orange cosmic rays and these rays are contained in the element water. If the Moon is afflicted in the natal chart, emotional weakness and a consequent lack of mental peace is indicated. There is a lack of the Orange rays which nurture and cool us & wearing Pearl, which is the stone of the Moon, can cure emotional weakness.

The Moon rules Mind ( Manasthu Hinagu ). Hence if afflicted, there can be hypersensitivity, black holes of depression and Pearl or Moonstone are ideal for Astro Therapy.

This afflicted Moon can be a deterrent in marital life. Mental tension can wreak havoc on the psyche. Pearls cool the body and mind and therefore sooth both physique and psyche.

Deficiency of this color gives diseases cough, cold and fever. Uterine ailments and mental debility are other disease caused by deficiency of this color. Chronic asthma, bronchitis, wet cough, phlegmatic fever, rheumatism - all these can be cured by orange rays.

Red Cosmic Rays - Sun - Ruby

As they correspond to the element Fire, red cosmic rays are heat-producing. They impel cosmic fire in the body physiologic,which is necessary for digestion and for our sight to function properly. The digestive Fire is called Pachaka Pitta in Ayurveda. Without fire, the body would shut down, as cold will paralyze us, and there wont be any activity in the body. Cosmic red rays, the primary color of the Seven rays, are essential for Life.

There are about 20 types of diseases caused by excessive cold and these can be treated by Ruby. Eye problems can be solved by the red cosmic rays, as also the diseases caused by intense cold.

When we find that the Sun is afflicted in a horoscope, we can discern that the native is deficient in the red cosmic rays. Lack of energy, a malfunction of the nervous system and listlessness - all these caused by a malign Sun can be treated by Ruby, which will enhance red cosmic color.

Deficiency of this color causes indigestion, diminished vision, headache, loss of healthy glow, physical debility, mental trouble etc. Red color is helpful in healing wounds and hence the use of red blankets in surgical wards. Patients suffering from small pox will get quick relief if they use red blankets and paint their walls red.

A native with weak digestion can be treated by Ruby. The red cosmic rays increase blood circulation. The Vedic Scriptures affirm that the Sun, not only represents the body and the inner Will, but is a symbol of the Absolute Self. If the Sun is weakly posited, the native will not have the determination and the Will power to become successful. Red cosmic rays will impart the sufficient Will Power and determination and the native will have a changed life !

Blue Cosmic Rays - Jupiter

Born of the original element, ether, the blue cosmic rays emanate from mighty Jupiter ! It is called Akasha or space and is the color of the sky above. It is said the Life Force emanates from the same cosmic blue ! Radiating blue cosmic rays can revive a person whose Life Force is at a low ebb. Sound is related to the Cosmic Blue.

This Cosmic Blue is important to having prosperity and abundance in life. It is a bringer of good fortune and influence when Jove is strong in the Natal Chart. This color is peaceful and many wise men paint their bedrooms blue to have peaceful sleep at night. Lack of blue makes one nervous and it cures emotional disorders. It is a bringer of harmony and peace in life. When one lacks these rays, he becomes pessimistic and without enthusiasm. A weak Jove makes one uncompassionate in regard to others, may lack a good spouse and will be unhappy regarding children.

Deficiency of blue can cause goitre, laryngitis, cholera, plague, apoplexy, palpitation, jaundice, diarrhoea etc. Blue rays are essential for curing these disorders.

Cosmic blue can help jaundice,arthritis, lung problems. Man headaches, body inflammations, tootaches and stings can be remedied by using the blue cosmic ray.

Infrared Cosmic Rays - Cat's Eye - South Node - Ketu

The Infrared cosmic ray is the hottest of them all. It is radiated by the shadowy planet, the South Node or Ketu or Dragon's Tail. The South Node is always 180 degree away from the North Node, Rahu. Its ray is opposite to that of Rahu's, which is ultra-violet. Both the Nodes move in retrogression or backward motion.

As Ketu is the shadowy planet involved in causing eclipse, wearing it on the body as a ring or amulet is dangerous. Special care must be exercised while recommeding Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye, which is the gemstone of Ketu.

For some it can increase one's psychic cognition. Great care must be taken in its recommendation. If found suitable, it may increase one's ability to acquire the knowledge of the Absolute. Clairvoyants and psychics may find their abilities increased, specially their insight into the astral causes of disease.

There are some who think that Cat's Eye is a " Gambler's Stone". but there is no proof that it is as such.

M A R S A S T R A L G E M S T O N E, Red Coral

The astrological treatise the Jataka Chandrika assigns Coral for Mars. Mars is known as Tiv
in Norse Mythology and Tiv's day came to be called as Tueday.

Cosmic Colour to be enhanced - Yellow
Recommended GemStone - Red Coral
Alternate Gemstone - Cornelian
Solar/Lunar Metal to be used - Gold
Alternate Metal - Silver
Herbal Ashes to be used - Couch Plant
Cosmic Number to be used - Nine
Most Auspicious Day - Tuesday
Most Auspicious Month - September
Hand to be worn on - Right
Affected Element - Fire
Affected sense - Sight
Affected Bodily Organ - Genitals
Affected Anatomical System - Bone Marrow
Affected Chakra - 7th Muladhara
Day of Invocation - Tuesday
Time for Invocation - 1 hr after
Sunrise


Gemological Characteristics of Coral

Species Coral
Transparency Translucent
Color Red
Refractive Index 1.486 - 1.658
Specific Gravity 2.65
Crystal System aggregate
Dispersion 0.038



Red Coral should be set in a ring of Gold mixed with copper.
The weight of the stone should not be less than 6 carats.
It should be worn one hour after sunrise in the ring finger
of the right hand.

Secondary Gems or Upa Ratnas (Substitutions)
--------------------------------------------

Red Coral is not a costly stone and we should recommend that
its substitutes are Red jasper Carnelian and Sang Moongi.
Carnelian as the best substitute is cheap and easily available.

Important: Emerald Diamond Blue Sapphire Gomedha and Cat's Eye
and their substitutes should never be worn with Red Coral and its
substitutes.

Sloka

Dharanee Garbha Sambhootam
Vidyut Kantha Samaprabham
Kumaram Shakthi Hastham cha
Mangalam Pranamamyaham

S A T U R N A S T R A L G E M S T O N E, Blue Sapphire

The astrological treatise the Jataka
Chandrika assigns Blue Sapphire for Saturn. ( SANER NEELAM)
Saturn's day came to be called as Saturday. The number 8
has been assigned to him numerologically.

Cosmic Colour to be enhanced - Violet
Recommended GemStone - Blue Sapphire
Alternate Gemstone - Blue Spinel
Solar/Lunar Metal to be used - Gold
Alternate Metal - Iron
Herbal Ashes to be used - Prosopis
Cosmic Number to be used - Eight
Most Auspicious Day - Saturday
Most Auspicious Month - August
Hand to be worn on - Right
Affected Element - Air
Affected sense - Touch
Affected Bodily Organ - Skin
Affected Anatomical System - Nervous
Affected Chakra - 4th Anahata
Day of Invocation - Saturday
Time for Invocation - 2 hrs 40 mins
before Sunset



Gemological Characteristics of Blue Sapphire

Species Corundum
Transparency Transparent
Color Blue
Refractive Index 1.762 - 1.770
Specific Gravity 4.00
Crystal System Hexagonal
Dispersion 0.018
Flourescence moderate to strong pink




Blue Sapphire should be got set in a ring of steel ( if that is
not possible Ashta Dhatu should be used) on a Saturday.

The ring should be worn on the middle finger of the right hand
two hours before sunset. The Blue Sapphire should not be less
than 5 carats.

Secondary Gems or Upa Ratnas (Substitutions)
--------------------------------------------

The substitutes for Blue Sapphire are Blue Zircon Amethyst
Blue Tourmaline Lapis Lazuli Blue Spinel and Neeli.

Important : Ruby Pearl or Yellow Sapphire should never be worn
along with Blue Sapphire.

Sloka

Neelanjana Samanabham
Raviputram Yamagrajam
Chaya Marthanda Sambhootham
Tham Namami Sanaiswaram

The South Node's Gemstone- Cat'e Eye

The astrological treatise the Jataka
Chandrika assigns Cat's Eye for Ketu. Ketu is the Dragon's
Tail known as Caput Draconis. Ketu resembles Mars and Cat's
Eye has the ability to increase the transmission of Cosmic
Colours of a wellplaced placed Ketu in the horoscope.


The Stone - Cat's Eye
Most Auspicious Day - Tuesday
Most Auspicious Month - July
Colour you should wear - Red.


Cat's Eye should be set in a ring of Gold mixed with copper.
The weight of the stone should not be less than 6 carats.
It should be worn one hour after sunrise in the ring finger
of the right hand.

SUBSTITUTES
-----------
Cat's Eye is not a costly stone and we should recommend that
its substitutes are Red jasper Carnelian and Sang Moongi.
Carnelian is the best substitute is cheap and easily avail-
able.

Important: Emerald Diamond Blue Sapphire Gomedha and their
substitutes should never be worn with Red Coral and its subst-
itutes.

Sloka

Palasa pushpa sankasam
Tharakakara Vigraham
Ugrascha Vividhakara
Tham Ketum Pranamamyaham

V E N U S A S T R A L G E M S T O N E, Diamond

The astrological treatise the JATAKA
CHANDRIKA assigns Diamond for Venus ( Asuracharya ca vajram)
Venus is known as Freya in Norse Mythology and hence Freya's
day came to be called as Friday.


Cosmic Colour to be enhanced - Indigo
Recommended GemStone - Diamond
Alternate Gemstone - White Sapphire
Solar/Lunar Metal to be used - Silver
Alternate Metal - Platinum
Herbal Ashes to be used - Ficus Glomerata
Cosmic Number to be used - Six
Most Auspicious Day - Friday
Most Auspicious Month - June
Hand to be worn on - Both
Affected Element - Water
Affected sense - Taste
Affected Bodily Organ - Lymph Glands
Affected Anatomical System - Sperm
Affected Chakra - 3rd Vishudhi
Day of Invocation - Friday
Time for Invocation - Sunrise


Gemological Characteristics of Diamond

Species Diamond
Transparency Transparent
Color Colourless
Refractive Index 2.417
Specific Gravity 3.52
Crystal System Cubic
Dispersion 0.044
Flourescence inert to very
strong bluish white

Diamond is a very expensive stone. It will do if a Diamond of
minimum weight of 1 1/2 carats is used. It should be set in
platinum or silver ring and worn on the little finger of the
right hand.

Secondary Gems or Upa Ratnas (Substitutions)
--------------------------------------------

Its substitutes are White Sapphire White Zircon and White
Tourmaline. The cheapest substitute is white Rock Crystal
(Spatik). This stone if worn should be of 11 carats.

Important: Diamond should never be worn along with Ruby Pearl
Red Coral and Yellow Sapphire.

Sloka

Himakunda mrinalabham
Daityanam Paramam Gurum
Sarvashastra pravaktharam
Bharghavam prnamamyaham

M E R C U R Y A S T R A L G E M S T O N E, Emerald

The astrological treatise the Jataka
Chandrika assigns Emerald for Mercury ( Marathakam Saumyasya
Garuthmakam). Mercury is known as Woten in Norse Mythology
and his day came to be called as Wednesday. Numerologically
the number 5 was assigned to Mercury.

Cosmic Colour to be enhanced - Green
Recommended GemStone - Emerald
Alternate Gemstone - Green Jade
Solar/Lunar Metal to be used - Gold
Alternate Metal - None
Herbal Ashes to be used - Achyranthes
Cosmic Number to be used - Five
Most Auspicious Day - Wednesday
Most Auspicious Month - May
Hand to be worn on - Right
Affected Element - Earth
Affected sense - Smell
Affected Bodily Organ - Nose
Affected Anatomical System - Flesh
Affected Chakra - 1st Sahasrara
Day of Invocation - Wednesday
Time for Invocation - 2 hours after
Sunrise


Gemological Characteristics of Emerald

Species Beryl
Transparency Transparent
Color Green
Refractive Index 1.577 - 1.583
Specific Gravity 2.72
Crystal System Hexagonal
Dispersion 0.014
Flourescence inert to weak green



Secondary Gems or Upa Ratnas (Substitutions)
--------------------------------------------

It should be set in a silver ring. Its weight should not be less
than 3 carats. Since Emerald is expensive those who cannot
afford to buy can use any of the substitutes - Aquamarine
Peridot green Zircon green Agate or Jade; but the Jade which
is sold in the market for Rs 1 or 2 a piece is of no use.

Important : Emerald and its substitutes should never be worn
with Red Coral Pearl and Yellow Sapphire and their substitutes.

Sloka

Priyangu Kalika Shyamam
Roopena Prathimam Budham
Soumyam Soumya Gunopetham
Namami Shashinam Sutham

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The North Node's Astral Gemstone, Hessonite

The astrological treatise the Jataka
Chandrika assigns Hessonite (Gomed) for Rahu. ( RAHU GOMED)
Rahu resembles Saturn as per the dictum "SANIVAD RAHU". Rahu
is known as Dragon's Head or Cauda Draconis. It is a shadowy
planet which can give crores.

The Stone - Hessonite
Most Auspicious Day - Saturday
Most Auspicious Month - April
Colour you should wear - Orange
Yellow.

Hessonite or Gomed should be got set in a ring of steel ( if that is
not possible Ashta Dhatu should be used) on a Saturday.

The ring should be worn on the middle finger of the right hand
two hours before sunset. Gomed or Hessonite should not be less
than 5 carats.

SUBSTITUTES
-----------
The substitutes for Hessonite are Amethyst Blue Tourmaline Lapis
Lazuli Blue Spinel and Neeli.

Important : Ruby Pearl or Yellow Sapphire should never be worn
along with Hessonite.

Sloka

Ardhakayam Mahaveeram
Chandradithya Vimardhanam
Simhika Garbha Sambhootam
Tham Rahum pranamamyaham

Jupiter Astral Gemstone, Yellow Sapphire

The astrological treatise the Jataka Chandrika
assigns Yellow Sapphire for Jupiter ( Devejyasya Pushyragam)
Jupiter is known as Thor in Norse Mythology and Thor's day
came to be called as Thursday.


Cosmic Colour to be enhanced - Light Blue
Recommended GemStone - Yellow Sapphire
Alternate Gemstone - Golden Topaz
Solar/Lunar Metal to be used - Gold
Alternate Metal - None
Herbal Ashes to be used - Ficus Religiosa
Cosmic Number to be used - Three
Most Auspicious Day - Thursday
Most Auspicious Month - March
Hand to be worn on - Right
Affected Element - Ether
Affected sense - Sound
Affected Bodily Organ - Ears
Affected Anatomical System - Fat
Affected Chakra - 2nd Ajna
Day of Invocation - Thursday
Time for Invocation - One hour
before Sunset


Gemological Characteristics of Yellow Sapphire

Species Corundum
Transparency Transparent
Color Light-yellow
Refractive Index 1.762 - 1.770
Specific Gravity 4
Crystal System Hexagonal
Dispersion 0.018
Flourescence colorless sapphire -
inert to strong reddish


Secondary Gems or Upa Ratnas (Substitutions)
--------------------------------------------

The substitutes for Yellow Sapphire are Yellow Pearl Yellow Zircon
Yellow Tourmaline Citrine (Quartz Topaz) & Golden Topaz

Important: Diamond Blue Sapphire Gomedha and Cat's Eye should
never be worn with Yellow Sapphire.

Stotra

Devanamscha rishinamscha
Gurum kanchana sannibham
Bandhubhootam trilokesam
tham namami brahaspathim

M O O N A S T R A L G E M S T O N E , Pearl

Cosmic Colour to be enhanced - Orange
Recommended GemStone - Pearl
Alternate Gemstone - Moonstone
Solar/Lunar Metal to be used - Silver
Herbal Ashes to be used - Butia frandosa
Cosmic Number to be used - Two
Most Auspicious Day - Monday
Most Auspicious Month - February
Hand to be worn on - Left
Affected Element - Water
Affected sense - Taste
Affected Bodily Organ - Tongue
Affected Anatomical System - Blood
Affected Chakra - 6th Swadhistana
Day of Invocation - Monday
Time for Invocation - Evening


The astrological treatise the Jataka Chandrika
assigns Moostone or Pearl to the Moon ( Vimalam Mukthaphalam
Sheethagau). The colour white has been assigned to the Moon.
Moon's day is Monday. Numerologically the number 2 has been
assigned to the Moon.


Gemological Characteristics of Pearl

Species Natural Pearl
Transparency Tranlucent
to Opaque
Color White
Refractive Index 1.530 - 1.686
Specific Gravity 2.7
Crystal System aggregate
Flourescence long wave -
inert to strong

Secondary Gems or Upa Ratnas (Substitutions)
--------------------------------------------

Those who cannot afford to buy a Pearl can wear Moon-stone. White
Sapphire is also advised as a substitute by some authorities. The
ring should be worn on the ring finger of the right hand.

But be careful. The Pearl or its substitutes should never be worn
with Diamond Emerald Blue Sapphire and Cat's Eye and their sub-
stitutes.

Sloka

Dhadhi Shankha Thusharabham
Ksheerodharnava Sambhavam
Namami Shashinam Somam
Shambhor Makuta Bhooshanam
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S U N A S T R A L G E M S T O N E, RUBY

Cosmic Colour to be enhanced - Red
Recommended GemStone - RUBY
Alternate Gemstone - Red Spinel
Solar/Lunar Metal to be used - Gold
Alternate Metal - Copper
Herbal Ashes to be used - Milk-weed
Cosmic Number to be used - One
Most Auspicious Day - SUNDAY



Most Auspicious Month - January
Hand to be worn on - Right
Affected Element - Fire
Affected sense - Sight
Affected Bodily Organ - Eyes
Affected Anatomical System - Bone
Affected Chakra - 5th Manipura
Day of Invocation - Sunday
Time for Invocation - Sunrise

The astrological treatise the JATAKA CHANDRIKA
assigns RUBY for the Sun. (Manikyam Dinanayakasya). Its colour is Red. The number 1 has been assigned to the SUN. Its day is Sunday.

Gemological Characteristics of Ruby
Species Corundum
Transparency Transparent
Color Red
Refractive Index 1.763 - 1.770
Specific Gravity 4.00
Crystal System Hexagonal
Dispersion 0.018
Flourescence long wave weak to strong red

Energisation
-------------------

It should be worn on the finger on a Shukla Paksha Sunday after chanting the mantra OM GHINIH SURYAYA NAMAH in a state of mental & physical purity
WEIGHT

The Ruby to be worn should at least be 2 1/2 carats in weight. It is important for all gemstones that before wearing them they should be kept immersed for sometime in unboiled milk or Ganges water. Afterwards these stones should be worshipped with flowers and incense and the Mantras of the planets should be recited.

Secondary Gems or Upa Ratnas (Substitutions

The ring should be worn in the ring(third) finger. The Ruby is
a very expensive gem and those who cannot afford to purchase Ruby can use any of the following substitutes - Red Spinel
Star Ruby Pyrope Garnet Red Zircon and Red Tourmaline.

It should however be noted that Ruby or its substitutes
should never be worn with Diamond Blue Sapphire Gomedha and
Cat's Eye and their substitutes.

The Positive Method in Gemology

The Positive Method of Gemology first identifies functional benefics and prescribes the gem for them


Functional Benefics

Any planet who owns a quadrant and a trine is considered to
be a functional benefic. Functional benefics are the planets
which can do immense good to the native

Natural benefics are the Moon Jupiter Mercury and Venus

Temporal benefics are the friendly planets of the Ascendant
lord.

Trinal lords are also considered as they are powerful to confer
fortune.

Trinal lords are considered to be benefics in Vedic Astrology.
After all the trines are defined as moral triangles. The Ninth
lord is the lord of Fortune the fifth lord is the ninth from
the ninth ( fortune) and the First Lord or Lagnadhipa the most
important planet as it rules the greatest of all wealth Health.

The Seven Rays Theory

Scientific Research done - The Seven Rays Theory

The seven primary colours of the spectrum and the two secondary colours correspond to the nine revolving heavens.(VIBGYOR & infra- red and ultraviolet.

The nine colours are understood to be the cosmic matrix and the very essence of the nine planets and it is through these colours
that the planets radiate their energy and influence. When the
visible colored lights are measured infra-red exhibits the long-
est wave length and ultra-violet the shortest. The wavelength
of colored light emanating from the planets are found to match
those radiating from each planet's corresponding gemstone(s).
Researches show that the wavelength of light emanating from
the Sun is identical to the wavelength of light emanating
from Ruby - Red.

Among all the elements in nature gemstones constitute the most
condensed form of concentrated color. Gems therefore provide
an inexhaustible source of cosmic color rays.

Here we give the Cosmic Colour and the Gem corresponding to the
Nine revolving heavens.

The term 'planet' used in Sidereal Astrology refers to cel-
estial bodies or mathematical points. A star(Sun) the two ma-
thematical points where orbits of the Sun (Earth-in-reflex)
and the Moon intersect - viz the North and South Nodes of the
Moon - ( Rahu & Ketu ) are referred as planets.)


No Colour Planet Gemstone Element Chakra

1 Red Sun Ruby Fire Manipura
2 Orange Moon Pearl Water Swadhistana
3 Light Blue Jupiter Yellow Sapphire Ether Vishuddhi
4 Ultra-Violet Rahu Hessonite Air Anahata
5 Green Mercury Emerald Earth Sahasrara
6 Indigo Venus Diamond Water Ajna
7 Infra-red Ketu Cat's Eye Fire Muladhara
8 Violet Saturn Blue Sapphire Air Anahata
9 Yellow Mars Coral Fire Muladhara

In the Kurma Purana Chapter 43 verses 1 and 2 it is stated that
omnpiresent are the rays that compose His body and illumine the
illimitable worlds of this Universe. Amongst them seven are the best
as they from the original cores of the seven planets. From this
we can ascertain that these seven rays are supreme among all the
rays which form the Universe. These rays emanating from the Supreme
carry out the functions of creation maintenance and destruction in
conformity with Divine Will and the movements of eternal Time. The-
refore all things are composed of the seven rays and their inherent
radiating energies. All sounds and forms in this material Universe
can be said to originate within the seven rays.Through a clear glass
equilateral prism you can view the world & you will find that every-
thing is permeated by the seven rays.

The five elements of earth - water - fire -air and ether are also
condensations of these same cosmic colors.

Cosmic Green condensed is the Earth Principle
As Ether is the densification of Cosmic Blue !
Water Element is the condensation of Cosmic Indigo
Air Principle is Cosmic Violet densified
Cosmic Yellow condensed is the Fire Principle !

The five subtle essences corresponding to the Five Great Elements
have their individual colors as well;sight is due to the vibration
of the red cosmic ray - smell is due to green -the sense of touch
is within the violet colour - sound vibration is blue & taste
sensation is orange. The sense organs utilized to experience the
five senses are also colored by these same individual rays. If one
looks through a prism the eyes will show the red color -the nose
green - skin violet - tongue orange & the ear holes will exhibit
blue cosmic colors when viewed in this way. The human organism is
composed of cells that form groups & are the building blocks of
the body. The cells themselves are composed of the seven rays and
these must be in balance to maintain them in a healthy condition.

Furthur researches in Gemology has discovered that gems
increase the transmission of Cosmic Colours radiated by the
planets which is absorbed by our etheric or astral body thus
satiating "Colour Hunger " and eliminating disease. This is
the rationale of Gem Therapy.


Normally the gem correpsonding to one's Birth Number is to
be worn on a Shukla Paksha Thursday in a state of physical
& mental purity to enhance fortune and combat disease. But
this should be confirmed by checking with a bonafide side-
eral astrologer & Gemologist.

Basic Sloka for Planetary Gemology

It is Ruby for the Sun; Moonstone for Luna, Coral for Mars
Emerald for the young Mercury, For Jupiter, Yellow Sapphire;
Diamond for Dion ( Venus ); Blue Sapphire represents Saturn;
Hessonite for the North Node & Cat's Eye for the Node South !



Translation of the sloka in the Jataka Parijata

Manikyam Dinanayakasya Vimalam Muktaphalam Sheetagau
Mahedrasya Vidrumam Marathakam Soumyasya Garutmakam
Devejyasya cha pushyaragam, Asuracharyasya Vajram
Sanair Neelam; Nirmalamanya gadithe Gomeda Vaiduryakai !

Planetary Herbs

By Richard Shaw Brown, www.p-g-a.org

Information and herb samples are courtesy of the Nepal Ayurveda Association

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A Kavacha or "talisman" is not only the gem, which represents the earth element. A real Astral Talisman is composed of all 5 elements, i.e., gem for earth, herb for water, metal for fire, symbol for air, and cosmic number for space. This process of "Pancha-amrita" astral talisman making is the most bona fide. Even the Western alchemists are known to use herbs as the "water" ingredient in an Astral Talismans. These herbs have been ritually turned into "bhasma" or sanctified ashes. Therefore, one may understand that the gem alone is not the complete kavacha or talisman, the gems are only for one of five elements, viz., earth
The philosopher Agrippa has nicely described in Three Books of Occult Philosophy the basic preparation of astrological rings as follows:



"When any star ascends fortunately we must take a stone and HERB that is under that star, and make a ring of the metal that is suitable to this star, and in it fasten the stone, putting the herb or root under it, not omitting the inscriptions of images, names and characters, as also the proper suffumigations."
In 1974 Dr. Mana Vajracharya, Chairman of the Nepal Ayurveda Association, informed us which are the ancient bona fide "bhasma" herbs for each planet. He prepared nine different herbal bhasmas which should be sealed into tubes that are part of a jewelry talisman. It took one week for the Dr. to prepare the 9 herbs and transform them into ashes or Bhasma. At that time he also provided rare samples of the actual herbs. We witnessed part of the process which involves indirect fire to heat the herb until is stops smoking and has transformed entirely into ash. Planetary mantras are recited during this heating process.

All nine herbs are available in Nepal (Himalaya) and some are quite rare even in India where they sometimes substitute because of lack of the actual herb). ---Respectfully submitted by the Richard Shaw Brown.


Herb of the Sun
Influence of Milk Weed or Arka-bhasma

If Sun is well placed in the horoscope:
The influence will be toward nobility, dignity, power, leadership and confidence. One will be well-read, pious, strong, compassionate and untroubled.

If Sun is ill placed in the horoscope:
The influence will be toward low self esteem & energy, lack of confidence, rebellious, i.e., negative results may be expected.

Herb of the Moon
Influence of Butia Frandosa or Palasa-bhasma

If Moon is well placed in the horoscope:
The influence will be toward sensitivity, good habits, stability and health. One will be wealthy, industrious and respected.

If Moon is ill placed in the horoscope:
The influence will be toward depression, overreaction, hypersensitivity and stress, i.e., negative results may be expected.

Herb of Mars
Influence of Couch Plant or Khadira-bhasma

If Mars is well placed in the horoscope:
The influence will be toward positive energy, strength, courage, passion, and aggression. One will be active, have great energy, be learned, well-known and regal.

If Mars is ill-placed in the horoscope:
The influence will be toward anger, irritability, instability, impatience, and aggression. One becomes prone to violence and physical problems such as high blood pressure, anemia, and impurities in the blood.

Herb of Mercury
Influence of Achyranthes or Apamarga-bhasma

If Mercury is well placed in the horoscope:
The influence will be toward being rationality, wit, skillfulness and dexterity. One will be educated, happy, fortunate and highly respected.

If Mercury is ill placed in the horoscope:
The influence will be toward aloofness, lack of concentration, difficulty with communications, and slowness. One becomes prone to speech and hearing impediments, deceptive behavior, and lack of vitality.

Herb of Jupiter
Influence of Ficus Religiosa or Pippala-bhasma

If Jupiter is well placed in the horoscope:
The influence will be toward humanitarianism, caring, spiritualism, optimism, faith and good judgment. One will be powerful, respected, and a leader of men, although susceptible to anger.

If Jupiter is ill-placed in the horoscope:
The influence will be toward being greedy, uncaring, selfish, negative outlook, personal unhappiness, egotism, selfishness and sloth. One will be uncaring and unhappy.

Herb of Venus
Influence of Ficus Glomerata or Audumbara-bhasma

If Venus is well placed in the horoscope:
The influence will be toward attractiveness, refinement, grace, elegance and longevity. One will be refined, humanitarian, and possess many positive qualities.

If Venus is ill-placed in the horoscope:
The influence will be toward vanity, lewdness, sensual corruption, lack of taste and refinement.
One becomes vulnerable to loss of libido, impotence, sterility, and premature aging.

Herb of Saturn
Influence of Prosopis or Shami-bhasma

If Saturn is well placed in the horoscope:
The influence will be toward discipline, responsibility, realism, durability and humility. One will be long-lived, charitable, proficient and an affectionate mate.

If Saturn is ill placed in the horoscope:
The influence will be toward depression, anxiety, fear, loneliness and disappointment. One becomes vulnerable to headaches, neuralgia, and other disorders of the nervous system.

Herb of Rahu
Influence of Cynodon Dactylon or Durva-bhasma

If Rahu is well placed in the horoscope:
The influence will be toward originality, inspiration, insight and uniqueness. One will be exotic, wealthy and fortunate.

If Rahu is ill placed in the horoscope:
The influence will be toward mental disease, addiction, illusion, and trouble. One will have a volatile nature, and a tendency to suffer from fear and suicidal impulses.

Herb of Ketu
Influence of Sacrificial Grass or Kusa-bhasma

If Ketu is well placed in the horoscope:
The influence will be toward spiritualism, intuition, universality, subtleness and sensitivity. One will be wealthy and protected from evil.

If Ketu is ill placed in the horoscope:
The influence will be toward eccentricity, explosiveness, fanaticism and emotional problems. One becomes prone to compulsive gambling and fatal diseases such as cancer.

The Healing Powers of Gems

by Richard S. Brown, PG


The healing powers of gemstones are derived from the special cosmic influences of their associated ruling planets. This is called the “piezoelectric” effect. Late Prof. B. Suryanarain Rao states that "Men are continuously subjected to the influences of Planetary rays." These planetary rays are radiated as gravitational, electrical and magnetic energy fields which are transmitted as light waves. These light waves can be measured from their smallest part as fractional parts of a millionth of an inch, to ones which are millions of millions of miles in length. Each of the nine planets (nava-graha ) influences us according to it's nature. Therefore, a knowledge of these planetary influences is essential to any understanding of gemstones and their healing powers.

The ancient gemological texts of India explain that white light is actually composed of seven primary and two secondary colours blended together. The seven colours are red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet; the other two colours are ultra-violet and infra-red. The seven primary colours become visible in the form of a rainbow whenever white light is defracted through a prism or rain drops; but the two secondary colours always remain invisible.

These nine colours are understood to be the cosmic matrix and very essence of the nine planets; and it is through these colours that the planets radiate their energy and influence. When the visible colored-light waves are measured, infra-red exhibits the longest wave length and ultra-violet, the shortest. It is important to note that the wave length of colored-light emanating from the nine planets is believed to match those radiating from each planet's corresponding gemstone(s). For example, the wave length of light emanating from the Sun is identical to that exhibited by a ruby---both are red. Although, not all gems exhibit their “cosmic colour” such as white pearls, whose cosmic colour is orange, or red coral, whose cosmic radiation is yellow, etc.

Among all the elements in nature, gemstones constitute the most condensed form of concentrated colour. Gems provide an inexhaustible source of cosmic colour rays.

The following is a list of the special healing influences exerted on human affairs by each of the nine planets along with the particular powers ascribed to their corresponding gemstones.

1. SUN (Surya)

If the Sun is exalted in your horoscope you will be well-read, pious, strong, compassionate and untroubled. But if the position of the Sun in one's horoscope is weak or afflicted then contrary results may be expected. RED is the cosmic colour transmitted by rubies and other natural red gems. Red colour waves are hot and therefore useful in curing diseases caused by excessive cold and moisture in the body, viz. cold, flu, anaemia, low blood pressure, heart and circulatory problems, as well as foolish behaviour and learning deficiencies. In addition, Solar gemstones confer courage, eliminate sadness, moderate excess sensuality, and help elevate one's status in society.

GEMSTONES ruled by the Sun are natural ruby, red spinel, red garnet, rubellite and other natural pink or red gems with crystal clear transparency. In order to properly transmit solar energy, Sun stones must be flawless (eye clean) and should be set in gold.



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2. MOON (Chandra)
If the Moon is exalted in your horoscope you will be wealthy, industrious and respected. But if the position of the Moon is weak or afflicted then contrary results may be expected. Diabetes, alcohol and drug abuse, and all types of emotional distress are also associated with debilitated Lunar energy. ORANGE is the cosmic colour transmitted by pearls and other Lunar gems. Orange colour waves are cold and therefore useful in treating diseases of the bodily secretions and blood caused by excessive heat in the body. Fine Moon jewels are known to be helpful in cases of mental derangement's caused by an excess of heat in the heart and brain. Moon astral talismans will also enhance all mental faculties, pacify emotions, induce tranquility, and improve artistic creativity.

GEMSTONES ruled by the Moon are natural pearl & moonstone. Flawless (eye clean) stones are required in order for Moon astral talismans to properly transmit beneficial Lunar energy.



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3. JUPITER (Brihaspati)
If Jupiter is exalted in your horoscope you will be a leader of men, powerful, respected, although susceptible to anger. But if the position of Jupiter in a person's horoscope is debilitated Jupiter can cause personal unhappiness, egotism, sloth, and legal problems. LIGHT BLUE is the cosmic colour transmitted by yellow sapphires and other natural yellow gems. Light blue colour waves, being very cold, relate to the ethereal nature and are helpful in curing diseases of the glands, the fat system and bodily cavities. Jupiter astral talismans are known to enhance spiritual understanding, facilitate pregnancy and childbirth, improve marital relations, increase one's fortune, and help balance the endocrine system. Jupiter jewels are known to be especially favourable to women by increasing their happiness and contentment.

GEMSTONES: Jupiter's energy is transmitted by natural yellow sapphires, topaz, citrine, heliodor, and other flawless (eye clean) yellow gems.



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4. RAHU (Moon's North Node)
Persons with Rahu exalted in their birth chart are wealthy and fortunate. But those with a weak or afflicted Rahu in their horoscope have a tendency to suffer from fear of supernatural phenomena and suicidal impulses. ULTRA-VIOLET is the cosmic colour transmitted by hessonite and other orange gems. Ultra-violet colour waves are the coldest of all the cosmic rays and should be used for ailments caused by extreme over-heating, i.e., high fever, hyper-acidity, indigestion, hyper sexuality, insomnia, and during child birth. Rahu astral talismans may also help divert disasters, prevent insanity, counteract poisons, and protect one from demoniac influences. Rahu is particularly associated with scientific genius and the ability to deal successfully with people of lower status, such as servants, employees, and underworld characters.

GEMSTONES governed by Rahu include hessonite, spessertite, zircon (hyacinth), and other natural gems of golden-orange to brownish-orange hues. Only flawless (eye clean) stones transmit beneficial Rahu energy.



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5. MERCURY (Budha)
If Mercury is well-placed in your horoscope you will be educated, happy, fortunate and highly respected. But if Mercury occupies a weak or harmful position in one's horoscope, one becomes prone to speech and hearing impediments, deceptive behaviour, and lack of vitality. GREEN is the cosmic colour transmitted by emeralds and other green gems. Green colour waves relate to the earth element and are cold by nature. This colour, being heavy, influences the heavy organs of the body such as the flesh, liver, kidneys and intestines. Mercury astral talismans are also known to enhance psychic powers, improve memory and learning, strengthen the nervous system, and provide protection against snakes and envious people.

GEMSTONES governed by Mercury include emerald, peridot, tsavorite, chrome tourmaline, chrome diopside, green jade and other natural green gems of flawless (eye clean) quality.



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6. Venus (Shukra)
When Venus is exalted in the birth chart one will be humanitarian, long-lived and possess many good qualities. But if the position of Venus in one's horoscope is weak or afflicted, one becomes vulnerable to loss of libido, impotence and sterility, venereal (lit. of Venus) complaints, and rapid ageing. INDIGO is the cosmic colour transmitted by diamonds and other colourless gems. This colour influences all watery elements in the body, especially mucous and sperm. Venus astral talismans are known to induce purity of body and mind, confer artistic talent and worldly happiness, strengthen the bones, and improve the quality of all bodily secretions, such as mucous, hormones, and semen.

Venus transmits its cosmic energy through diamonds, quartz crystals, zircons, goshenites, white topaz, white sapphires, and other colourless gemstones with clear transparency.



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7. KETU (The "South Node" of the Moon)
If Ketu is exalted in your birth chart you will be and wealthy and protected from evil. But if Ketu appears in a weak or harmful position in one's horoscope, one becomes prone to fatal diseases of a mysterious nature as well as compulsive gambling. INFRA-RED is the cosmic colour transmitted by cat's eye gems. Infra-red colour waves are the hottest of all the cosmic rays and are known to be useful in many chronic and terminal illness such as cancer and all forms of paralysis. Infra-red colour also aids digestive problems and skin diseases. Ketu astral talismans can also enhance psychic powers, confer protection from hidden enemies, and avert dangers such as drowning, intoxication, and criminal punishment.

GEMSTONES ruled by Ketu include Cat's eye chrysoberyl, beryl, apatite, tourmaline and other yellow to greenish-brown gems which display a strong chatoyant "cat's eye" light reflection on the surface and often within the crystal when cabochon cut. These gems should also possess a high degree of transparency in order to properly transmit beneficial Ketu energy.



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8. SATURN (Shani)
When Saturn is exalted you will be long-lived, charitable, lavish, proficient and an affectionate mate. But if Saturn is weak in your horoscope, then you become vulnerable to headaches, neuralgia, and other disorders of the nervous system, as well as epilepsy, stupidity, and fainting. VIOLET is the cosmic colour transmitted by blue sapphires and other natural blue to violet gems. Violet colour waves are related to Saturn, the planet which governs suffering and poverty. Saturn also rules the entire nervous system. Therefore, most diseases of the nerves, such as neuroses and nervous tension may be caused by an afflicted Saturn. Saturn being the slowest planet also causes diseases of a chronic nature and can cause delays if ill-disposed. Saturn Astral Talismans are known to help strengthen a person's nervous system. They also repel envy from others, avert demoniac influences, provide protection against dangers during travel, make one more serious and far-sighted, and induce mental tranquility. Saturn transmits its cosmic energy through blue sapphires, blue spinels, tanzanite, indicolite, iolite, amethyst and other natural blue to violet gems with transparent clarity. Only flawless gems possess the capacity to properly transmit positive astral energy from Saturn.



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9. MARS (Mangala)
When Mars is exalted in the horoscope one has great energy, is learned, well-known and regal, But if Mars is located in a weak or afflicted position in one's horoscope one becomes prone to boils (due to impure blood), unstable blood pressure, anaemia, and violence. YELLOW is the cosmic colour transmitted by coral and other ochre coloured gems. Yellow colour waves are related to the lymph nodes, bone marrow, blood, and head. Mars astral talismans may help to strengthen these vital elements. They also help avert violence and warfare, moderate lust, improve finances, and reduce mental depression

Gemstones ruled by Mars include natural coral and red carnelian. As always, the use of fine quality gems, free of defects, is imperative for transmission of auspicious astral energy rays.

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It is never advisable to use planetary gem therapy without also taking full advantage of a doctor licensed to practice medicine in line with the medical profession.



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