Iolite Meaning
Astrological Sign of Libra, Sagittarius & Taurus
IOLITE crystallizes in the form of masses, grains, and short prismatic crystals. The colour range includes blue, brown, yellow, dark violet, grey, and green. This mineral also exhibits the chronicle qualities; i.e. X-axis showing clear yellow, Y-axis showing dark violet, blue, or brown, and the Z-axis showing clear blue. In some cases, a metamorphic change has occurred in the iolite and the colours which are seen are shades of grey-green, green-grey, and brown-grey
Iolite is called the violet stone. It is a major stone used to work in the third eye/crown area in healing, during guided meditations, and during astral travel adventures. Its positioning in this area can determine the nature and the extent of the success of the activity. One must use the intuitive capabilities to determine the correct location for each specific situation. This mineral helps one to change “painlessly”, the change being toward spiritual growth and enhanced “illusion”.
It produces an electrical charge when in contact with ones auric field and can both strengthen and align this field with the subtle bodies.
It is useful for the stimulation of visions and has also been used in shamanic healing ceremonies to influence the participation of the spirits. The iolite ring of the shaman is worn to ensure accuracy within the vision. It is quite powerful “medicine”.
It balances the male/female aspects of ones own character, bringing harmony to within the self and eliminating dissonance and disruption in the relationships. The energy of iolite helps one to release discord from ones life, allowing for progression toward the perfection which may be obtained in this world and the next.
Iolite further enables one to enjoy each moment and to awaken to the inner knowledge, which is so patiently awaiting access. It has also been used to simulate a compass, such that one may have knowledge of directions and directional forces.
It performs well when used for the elimination of debts, to enhance precision within ones life, and to facilitate acceptance of responsibility. The energy enables one to understand that the acceptance of responsibility to the self leads to excellence in ones endeavors and in the management of money.
Iolite can help one to attain a constitution which defies physical disorders. It is said to enable one to consume alcohol without exhibiting the effects. It has been used to both protect and to improve degraded conditions of the liver. It can also be used to assist in lessening fatty deposits and to rid the body of toxins. It has been used in te treatment of malaria and other fever-producing disorders.
Vibrates to the number 7
Chakra Activated (6th)
Bibliography: Melody, Love Is In The Earth – Earth Love Publishing House, 1997