7 Stones of the Chakra and their Healing Properties

The 7 Stones of the Chakra: Their Order and Purposes

The chakra system consists of seven main energy centers in the body, each associated with specific stones that help balance and enhance their energies. Here’s a friendly guide to the seven stones, their order from the base of the spine to the crown of the head, and their purposes:

1. Root Chakra (Muladhara)

   • Stone: Red Jasper or Hematite

   • Purpose: Grounding, stability, security, and connection to the physical world.

2. Sacral Chakra (Svadhisthana)

   • Stone: Carnelian or Orange Calcite

   • Purpose: Creativity, pleasure, emotional balance, and sexuality.

3. Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura)

   • Stone: Citrine or Yellow Jasper

   • Purpose: Personal power, confidence, willpower, and self-discipline.

4. Heart Chakra (Anahata)

   • Stone: Rose Quartz or Green Aventurine

   • Purpose: Love, compassion, forgiveness, and emotional healing.

5. Throat Chakra (Vishuddha)

   • Stone: Blue Lace Agate or Aquamarine

   • Purpose: Communication, self-expression, and truth.

6. Third Eye Chakra (Ajna)

   • Stone: Amethyst or Lapis Lazuli

   • Purpose: Intuition, insight, spiritual awareness, and mental clarity.

7. Crown Chakra (Sahasrara)

   • Stone: Clear Quartz or Selenite

   • Purpose: Spiritual connection, enlightenment, and universal consciousness.

Using these stones in meditation, jewelry, or carrying them can support the balancing of your chakras, promoting overall well-being and harmony.