In all parts of the world, and from the dawn of history, crystals have been regarded as belonging to the heavens, as gifts from the spirit world. Their colour and brilliance have set them apart from everything else on earth. Today we know that the story of crystals is indeed the story of the creation of the universe.
Astronomers believe that after the initial expansion of the universe from its original point clouds of hydrogen, the simplest form of matter, began to cluster together. In time, within these vast balls of hydrogen, the pressures became so great that atoms began to fuse together, releasing a huge amount of energy. These glowing spheres became the first stars. Within these stars hydrogen continued to fuse to become helium and, as the burning continued, increasingly heavy elements were formed, such as nitrogen, oxygen, carbon, iron, lead and gold.
The Earth
Earth formed at a distance from the sun that allowed both light and heavy elements to combine. The larger atoms sank downwards to create the planet’s core of iron and nickel. The core is probably surrounded by a layer of molten metal. This layer, or mantle, around the planet comprises the greatest volume of the earth. It is 2,900km R1,800 miles) thick and composed of many layers of fluid, swirling rock. The outermost layer is the crust, a thin layer of rock that makes up the earth’s continents.
The earth’s crust form less than 1 per cent of its total mass and is less than 40km (25 miles) thick over most of its surface. The distance from the surface of the planet to its centre is 6,391 km (3,971 miles), yet the deepest humans have been able to drill is 8km (5 miles).
The earth’s crust formed from superheated rocks such as granite and basalt, that welled up through cracks in the surface layers either to spread out in vast domes called basoliths, or as volcanic eruptions. Rocks formed in this way are called igneous, meaning formed by fire. Millennia of erosion by wind and water wore these igneous rocks to dust. Carried downstream by rivers, this dust was deposited at the bottom of the sea where it became compressed and eventually turned to rock again. This type of rock is called sedimentary, after the way it has been formed.
Wherever either igneous or sedimentary rock is subjected to extremes of heat or pressure by movements of the earth’s crust, its composition is altered. The change it undergoes gives it the name metamorphic rock. Crystals can be found in all types of rocks where conditions for their formation are right. As superheated gases and liquids rise to the surface, they begin to cool in the cracks and crevices of the surrounding rock, crystallising into sparkling and coloured minerals. Harder minerals, such as diamonds and rubies, form at high temperatures in areas of volcanic activity. The crystals that form in sedimentary rock are usually much softer like gypsum and halite (common salt).
The same chemical elements appear throughout the whole of the universe. Given the right conditions, atoms of these different elements can come together to form new substances. Minerals are combinations of different elements that form the building blocks of all physical matter. All minerals, for example halite (sodium chloride – rock salt) and quartz (silicon dioxide – rock crystal), are composed of the same sorts of atoms in the same proportions.
All minerals will form crystals, though the conditions for their growth varies from mineral to mineral. Crystals begin to grow when the right amount of their consistent atoms are present, usually in the form of a liquid or gas, but sometimes as a solid, in conditions that allow the atoms to move into those patterns where they are in the best possible state of equilibrium with each other. Heat and pressure ensure that the atoms have the maximum movement and energy to locate these positions before conditions change.
The above was taken from the Book : The Power of Crystals and Crystal Healing by Sue & Simon Lilly
Having crystals near : Even if you just have crystals nearby you will notice subtle changes in energy levels. Some of them are useful for counteracting the electromagnetic fields of appliances such as computers and microwaves.
Affirmations : Select an appropriate crystal (or crystal card if you have) to support you in formulating and focusing on a positive affirmation. Hold it, consider its attributes and how it can help you. Feel the energy of the crystal create the positive vision you wish to achieve.
Meditation and visions : hold the appropriate crystal in your hands or create a pyramid or circle around your body with a combination of stones. Working consciously with crystals will raise the vibratory levels of your work. Visualise the energy flowing from the crystal to your aura. It will guide your consciousness to where it needs to be.
Chakra healing : Crystals are commonly placed on the seven major energy centres, known as chakras, on the body. Each energy centre works in different ways. Crystals help to bring balance and harmony within each chakra and within the whole system. This state of being allows the body to heal itself and enables the mind to link to the spirit and feel bliss.
Shamanic and magical work : Crystals can be used to create a protective circle, to enhance the power of a quest, incantation, ritual, ceremony and all other work. They can be incorporated on magical tools such as staffs or wands to increase their power and help direct energy.
Author: Spirit Connection
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