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Therapeutic Properties of
Pearl
Introduction:
Pearls are the oldest known gem, and for centuries
were considered the most valuable. So valuable
that the Roman General Vitellius allegedly financed an entire military campaign
with just one of
his mother's Pearl earrings.
Pearls have been used for personal ornament for
thousands of years. They were probably one of the
earliest gems found by prehistoric man.
Pearls represents purity, innocence and integrity. They have long been
considered ideal wedding gifts because they symbolize purity and innocence. In
the Hindu religion, the presentation of an un-drilled Pearl and its piercing has
formed part of the marriage ceremony.
The Chinese used pearls in medicinal ways to cure eye ailments, heart
trouble, indigestion, fever and bleeding. To this day pearl powder is still
popular in China as a skin whitener and cosmetic.
In India, pearls were believed to give peace of mind and strength of body and
soul. Europeans thought that swallowing whole or powdered pearls cured matters
of the mind and heart, and strengthened nerves.
Pearl is the June Birthstone. They have long been
considered ideal wedding gifts because they
symbolize purity and innocence. Traditionally it is a near requirement for
brides. In the west,
Pearls are the recommended gift for couples celebrating their third and 30th
wedding
anniversaries.
Traditional Gemstone Properties for Pearl:
Purity,
faith, charity, innocence, integrity, focus,
wisdom, spirituality, sincerity, fertility.
Healing Powers of Pearl:
Because of their natural beauty, pearls are associated with the matrix of
life. Proponents say that the pearl helps balance one's bodily rhythms and
hormonal levels with lunar cycles. Some claim that pearls can be used to help
tap inner wisdom and to nurture the growth of love.
Pearls are said to have a strong magnetic healing power. Gem therapists
believe that pearls strengthen the nerves, adrenal glands, spleen and muscular
system.
Pearls are also helpful with stomach ulcers. They support the intestinal
tract and stimulate digestion. They also relieve fever and headaches. Pearls
provide vitality and strengthen your eyes. They also help in case of calcium
deficiency.
Pearls enable one to accept love. It allows the bearer to see the good parts
of oneself so you can love yourself and others more. Pearls are also thought to
increase fertility and ease the pain of childbirth.
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