Sardonyx
Sardonyx Meaning:
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Sardonyx is part of the Chalcedony family and it is a composition crystal with layers of Sard and Onyx. Sardonyx can range in colours from black, brown, red to white. It is mentioned in the bible as one of the 12 foundation stones in the walls of New Jerusalem. With it's wide colour range Sardonyx can work on many parts of the body. Sardonyx belongs to the ROOT Chakra and is said to assist with the following physical ailments:
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Impotence
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Sterility
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Lungs
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Spine
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Chronic Back Pain
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Bowel, Prostate and Bladder Problems
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Kidney and Urinary Tract Infections
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Cleanses the whole system of blockages and impurities
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Parasites of all kinds
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Septicaemia
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HIV and AIDS
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Feet and Legs
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Emotionally it can help to remove a sense of helplessness and victim mentality, may help lift depression and encourages action to make overdue changes.
Root Chakra
Location: The base of the spine, the pelvic floor, and the first three vertebrae.
Colour: Red
Element: Earth
Signs of balance: Feelings of security, safety, and stability
Signs of imbalance: Anxiety, nightmares, fear, pain in the feet and legs, weight gain (particularly in the bottom half of the body), feelings of disconnect or alienation
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The root chakra corresponds to the earth element and to the roots we’ve planted, how strong they are, how deep they are, and how supportive they are. It consists of whatever grounds you to stability in your life. That includes basic needs like food, water, shelter, and safety as well as emotional needs like letting go of fear and anxiety.
When in balance, we feel grounded and safe. When out of balance, we feel anxious, insecure, and vulnerable.
How to Cleanse and Clean Sardonyx
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To cleanse sardonyx you should place it in a bowl with hematite stones overnight or under running water every week. Charge Sardonyx by placing it in sunlight for a few hours.
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To physically clean your sardonyx, you can use warm soapy water and a soft cloth.