Peridot Meaning and Benefits
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~ July Birthstone ~ Properties ~ Peridot Meaning ~ Benefits ~ Healing ~
For all those born in the month of August, your Birthstone is Peridot.
It is also one of the zodiac stones for those born under the sign of Leo,
between July 23 and Aug 23.
Peridot Meaning – General Information.
Peridot is a gem variety from the Olivine mineral group, – the bottle green colour is usually called Peridot – the yellowish-green colour is usually 
Peridot belongs in the Orthorhombic crystal system and has a Mohs hardness of 6.5 – 7, and has a vitreous lustre.
It is a stone of warmth and well-being, it is also mentally stimulating and physically regenerating.
The current name Peridot derives from the Arabic word faridat, meaning “gem”.
Peridot Meaning – History.
Peridot is called Chrysolite in many ancient texts. It had a reputation for keeping evil spirits at bay. Considered sacred by early Christians, today Catholic Bishops still wear a ring of Peridot and Amethyst as a symbol of purity and morality.
Ancient peoples considered Peridot to be a ‘stone of springtime’ and also thought it was a gift from Mother Nature; as well as viewing it as a stone of lightness and beauty.
Prized since the earliest of times, and highly esteemed in jewellery.
Peridot is associated with the sun and is well known for its protective powers and for driving out the forces of darkness. It was used as a charm against evil spirits, sorcery and magic, night terrors, and madness. It overcame cowardice, calmed anger, as well as enhanced the wit.
In early Egypt, Peridot was mined for the exclusive use of the Egyptian kings. And was so closely guarded that anyone approaching without permission was threatened with death. Mined in many parts of the world today; it still remains as the National Gem of Egypt.
Peridot Meaning – Metaphysical Benefits.
Peridot is a Power Stone. It promotes emotional balance, and helps us heal from past emotional wounds. It clears a pathway to the heart and heals damaged egos, relieving burdens, guilt and obsessions. Also alleviating anger, jealousy, bitterness, and reduces stress. Allows you to confidently assert yourself and also teaches you how to forgive yourself and move forward, taking responsibility for your own life.
Peridot helps you move past the hurt and understand your relationships. It adds intelligence to your romantic situations, giving you a bit of common sense in affairs of the heart, and protecting you from unnecessary heartache. Its influence can greatly improve all relationships, especially difficult ones.
Peridot promotes forgiveness and responsibility, instilling confidence in your abilities and re-establishing a sense of self-worth. A powerful generator of the frequency of increase; so this is a very useful talisman to help manifest abundance in all areas of your life: health, wealth, success, happiness and love.
It carries the gift of inner radiance, sharpening your mind and opening it to new levels of awareness and growth. It also helps you to recognize and realize your destiny and spiritual purpose.
Peridot is also a Money Stone; wear it to draw money and opportunity your way. Put a Peridot in your cash box to draw money to you, along with a Citrine to help keep it once you get it!
Peridot Meaning – Healing.
Peridot is particularly helpful to healers. A Visionary stone, it brings an understanding of your destiny and spiritual purpose. Releases negative vibrations, and promotes clarity and wellbeing.
This stone is a powerful cleanser, releasing and neutralizing toxins on all levels. It has a tonic effect. Strengthens the metabolism, heals and regenerates tissue and organs, stimulating healthy new growth. Facilitate the birth process, by stimulating contractions and opening the birth canal. Its energy balances Bipolar disorders and overcomes hypochondria.
Tips for using Peridot.
- Use Peridot to help find lost or misplaced items.
- Wear as a protective talisman against envy, gossip behind your back, and those who would deceive you.
- Place Peridot over your Heart Chakra to relieve heaviness of heart and empower forgiveness.
- Wear Peridot set in gold to induce peaceful sleep.
- Carry Peridot to help recover from addictions. Particularly tobacco or inhalant dependencies.
- Hold Peridot over your Solar Plexus to relax and release nervous tension, as well as to alleviate guilt, fear, anxiety or impatience.
- Meditate with Peridot to assist in the quest for an enlightened state.
- Peridot is excellent for discharging emotional issues, especially those that affect the physical body.
- Carry or wear Peridot as a talisman of good luck.
- When public speaking, Peridot adds charisma and eloquence to your presentations.
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Disclaimer: The outlined metaphysical and healing properties in this website are for inspiration and reference. We gather this information and alleged properties from writings, books, folklore and various other sources. They are also dependent upon the attitude and beliefs of the individual. Furthermore they do not replace diagnosis or treatment by a qualified therapist or physician.