Edgar Cayce's Sacred Stones: The A-to-Z Guide to Working with Gems to Enhance Your Life and Health

by Shelley Kaehr

  Allergy Relief

  I discovered by accident another surprising use for the carnelian stone. Carnelian can help with allergies. Several years ago, a friend of mine said she felt the carnelian stone clear out her sinuses, so I tried it and found it helped me, also. Since then, I have told people about this attribute and have found that many of my students concur with the benefit.

  Fading with Use

  In the previous chapter, I mentioned that like the bloodstone, carnelian is the only other stone in the mineral kingdom that I have personally seen fade in color after using it for healing. I have experienced this occurrence firsthand with several different pieces of carnelian over the years. Whereas the bloodstones have successfully assisted several people I’ve worked with, the fading carnelian seems more like a personal phenomenon for me. An example of this experience would be like taking the Cayce advice from the readings, knowing that it had helped one person. I believe I have a spiritual connection to carnelian, needing the energy from the stone for some vibrational reason, which causes it to fade for me.

  When I described the changing color of bloodstones earlier, I should explain that the fading has never happened when I have personally worked with those stones. My energy has never caused a bloodstone to fade from its green color.

  Using carnelian is another story for me. Perhaps my writing causes me to absorb the energy from these stones. When meditating with carnelians, I’ve noticed that when I use them overnight and sleep with them in the bed, they are often paler in the morning than when I started. Somehow they are allowing me to use them for a boost in energy, for which I am eternally grateful.

  So far, I have not received reports about this phenomenon from other people because it is not something I have discussed until now. If you work with carnelian and find that it is fading on you, bless the stone for allowing you to use its energy, and then feel free to let me know by email! I am sure other people might have had the same experience. I believe that I use the stone for creativity, but other people might use carnelian for other situations or qualities.

  Someone suffering from bad allergies who uses carnelian might fade the color. I am not sure of that fact, but it would make sense. I have never suffered from bad allergies other than right at the beginning of springtime when the flowers bloom. If you’re like many people who have a difficult time with pollen and pollution, try using carnelian to see what happens for you.

  Carnelian will also help you to manifest your heart’s desire.

  CHALCEDONY

  Includes: agate, bloodstone, chrysoprasus (or chrysoprase), jasper, and onyx

  Found in: Australia, Brazil, China, India, USA

  Named for: Chalcedony is named for Chalcedon, an ancient port near what is now modern-day Istanbul, Turkey. Chrysoprase, a.k.a. chrysoprasus, which is a gemstone variety of chalcedony, is derived from the Greek words chrȳsós, meaning “gold” and prasinon, meaning “leek” for its similar color to that vegetable.

  • Bible •

  And the foundations of the wall of the city were garnished with all manner of precious stones . . . the third, a chalcedony . . . Revelation 21:19

  Chrysoprasus, a form of chalcedony, is also found in the Bible:

  . . . the tenth, a chrysoprasus . . . Revelation 21:20

  • Cayce Readings •

  Chalcedony is mentioned ten times in three documents.

  . . . The entity should have upon its body at all periods the blue-green chalcedony.

  813-1

  In my life reading you gave me in February I was instructed to wear a blue-green chalcedony stone for greater vibration. Well, there doesn’t seem to be such a stone! The Zodiac Jewelry Company in New York advises me that chalcedony means blue and is a blue stone. So what do I do now? Blue-green seems to me to be the correct astrological color for me to wear as I am a Libran and dark blue is the color for Libra with green as the secondary color. The chalcedonies that I saw in Washington were a light blue.

  813-1, Report #3

  . . . The Reading must have meant something definite when it said blue-green chalcedony. At the next reading, we will ask just what this is and where it may be obtained and under what name . . .

  813-1, Report #4

  . . . the chalcedony, that it may be the color as stones or things of the nature should be about the entity in its closer activity.

  1273-1

  More on Chalcedony

  Chalcedony is a very powerful stone composed of quartz and moganite, which is mentioned in both the Bible and the Cayce readings. For that reason, I include the references to the quartz family here in this section.

  The different varieties of chalcedony contain the same silicon dioxide form found in regular quartz crystals. For millennia, the ancient ones have used various forms of chalcedony for everything from sacred objects to talismans and good luck charms.

  Because the Bible mentions chalcedony and chrysoprasus as well as other varieties, we will never know with complete certainty exactly which stones were used in biblical times.

  The more and various references to the varieties of chalcedony that I see in different versions of the Bible make me know with great certainty that these stones are important and should be used and worked with for many reasons.

  First, whatever variety of chalcedony you choose will be for a good reason. Whether you have a reading that prescribes a stone for you or not, you will often find yourself drawn to particular gems on a subconscious, soul level. If you are drawn to any form of chalcedony, I would imagine that would happen as a result of a past-life influence.

  Ancient Rome, Italy, Medieval Europe, and Asia Minor are all past time periods that you can tap into using any of these stones.

  The only other reason to be drawn to a chalcedony stone would be for physical reasons. We’ve discussed the calming properties of agate and the healing ability of bloodstone. Blue chalcedonies help with the thyroid and sleeping difficulties or the fear of public speaking. The pale blue chrysoprasus will help to heal the heart, more on the emotional than on the physical level. If you are suffering from a broken heart over a relationship, this is the stone for you!

  Explore the varieties of these minerals, and you will be glad you did.

  CORAL

  Found: Worldwide in the ocean

  Named for: Coral is named for the genus corallium, which is New Latin for “coral.”

  Vedic astrology: Mars = red coral

  • Bible •

  No mention shall be made of coral . . . Job 28:18

  Syria was thy merchant by reason of the multitude of the wares of thy making: they occupied in thy fairs with . . . fine linen, and coral . . . Ezekiel 27:16

  • Cayce Readings •

  Coral is mentioned eighty-five times in fifty-four documents.

  Many of the Life Readings describe coral as a color in the aura:

  A great deal of pink or coral in an individual’s aura indicates material-mindedness . . . Mars in coral and gold, with Sagittarius indicates accomplishment—anger with many in the beginning . . . Rings of Saturn in coral, indicates spirit entering into matter—Change . . . Coral—with a great deal of color—indicates selfishness or a lack of self-expression . . . Mars In gold and coral—anger.

  5746-1, Report #2

  Source again reminds us how to use stones, against the body:

  The very red stones; as of coral, that is rather of the deep sea variety, and when this is worn about the neck or about the waist—or upon the arm—let it rest upon the flesh, for it will bring quiet to the body . . . coral . . . will bring quietness in those turmoils that have arisen within the inner self . . .

  Q: Should the coral, as suggested, be any particular shape or carving?

  A: No particular shape, just so it is mounted so that the coral itself may be upon the flesh of the body.

  694-2

  Ever wear about the entity rose coral. The vibrations of same, from same, may aid in the mental as well as vibratory urge to make those influences l
ess of a disturbing nature which might otherwise be disturbing.

  2154-1

  Q: Please give my seal and its interpretation.

  A: Coral as would present itself in any form, whether as a seal or as that preferably to be worn, rather than a life seal. Wear coral; rose color—not red, not white, but rose coral. This is the seal. And, as indicated, as this is made up of nature’s activity attempting to manifest, so—as ye have experienced and will experience—it is the little things in the association one with another that build those that prove to be the real experiences of life. A word, a look, a sign, may make, may undo, all of the thoughts of many.

  2154-1

  Several readings describe symbols to be drawn using coral as a color or used in creating symbols entities were to wear to strengthen their vibrations:

  On the left . . . would be the symbol for Mercury; this being a different color, however from the Mercury below—this being a coral, or light pink . . . In the left side indicate the three hearts as a pyramid, the two upright and the third inverted—these in pink or coral.

  1523-14

  Coral should be about the entity at all times; worn, not as a charm, not other than the vibrations of the body as related to same. Because of the very nature of its construction, and the very activity of the soul forces of the entity, this would become a helpful influence in the experience of the entity. Hence we would wear about the body, but against the flesh . . . Through the very indications of that element as would be helpful in its experience (the coral), we find that the entity is highly sensitive to intuitive forces, spiritual aspects, spiritual imports . . . just the wearing of the coral—not as worshipfulness, but as the omen or as the charm (if one would choose to call it such) would keep the body in better attunement.

  2073-2

  Q: Are there any colors or jewelry that I should wear in order to have better vibrations? If so, what?

  A: Any of the jewelry or ornaments that are of coral would be well; for this is—as it represents, as it is in itself of Creative Forces, or from the water itself. Red, white or coral in any form.

  307-15

  Upon the left side put the sign of the earth, in coral—not red, not pink, but light coral . . .

  307-20

  . . . First in the geological conditions surrounding this territory we find this is built up of coral and sedimentary elements . . . and there will be found first the coral formation . . .

  5637-3

  Saturn and Mars appear in a coral color according to Source.

  . . . The coral, with a great deal of color or pomp, indicates the selfish expression in same . . .

  294-204

  . . . Hence we will find that trinkets, beads, corals, shells, and such things have a decided influence, and the selection and colorings of such things are in its developing years of particular interest to the entity.

  324-5

  Q: . . . Dreams regarding gathering of shells from the ocean . . . You will recall these dreams and interpret same, and give the lesson that is to be gained from each of these.

  A: . . . The walk by the sea . . . the coral, the shells . . . some are beautiful, some are broken, some are disfigured . . . Use that thou hast in hand to make with same those beautiful in the life, in the home, in the heart of others.

  538-13

  Q: Is there any special jewelry that I should wear?

  A: Anything that is of the nature of the coral . . .

  910-4

  Q: You will give a reading on Bimini Island . . . tell us if there are any treasures buried on the island . . .

  A: EC: Yes, we have the land known as Bimini . . . we find this of the nature that would make the oil production very low, for this is of the coral structure in greater part . . .

  996-1

  From those influences we find that certain character . . . of coral, any jewelry that would be rose-colored or red, may be and would be well to be about the entity . . .

  1604-1

  Cayce told someone to write:

  Q: What special type of story?

  A: . . . anything to write about sand or coral? anything to write about sea or clouds . . . any of these! . . .

  1731-3

  . . . coral, things of that nature become a part of the entity’s experience—these are innate or manifested by a great influence.

  1847-1

  . . . dress of the orient . . . with chains of coral about the ankle and arms . . .

  2522-1

  . . . activities upon . . . coral and the like, were a part of the records . . .

  3004-1

  One Reading described drilling conditions in Monroe County, Florida:

  We will find in drilling there will be encountered first that of the sedimentary . . . with changing to thin stratums of a glass or coral like formations . . .

  5637-4

  More on Coral

  Coral is an organic mineral, meaning that it is made from a living creature. It is the fossilized skeletons of marine animals, to be exact. Prized since ancient times, Arabian coral was used in the Taj Mahal.

  The healing potential of coral is astonishing. Coral helps strengthen both the physical and spiritual spines and gives you the energy to stand up with courage and speak your truth.

  Coral will also connect you to the wisdom of the sea. When you think about it, the ocean contains a whole universe of creatures that we cannot see with the naked eye. Although we can take scuba diving courses or watch documentary films about many underwater life forms, we will still never completely understand the sea. Beyond every camera lens, there are far deeper areas where mankind will never reach.

  The vastness of the sea is like an extraterrestrial discovery, filled with creatures and life forms beyond our wildest imagination. We will never see most of them during our lifetimes. Can you imagine everything that lives under water or the vast storehouse of information those beings have for us?

  Coral is a stone that will help you tap into the wisdom and connect with the energies of all the creatures of the sea. Just as an antenna serves to pull a satellite image into the television in your home, coral acts as a transmitter of oceanic wisdom.

  If you are reading this book, I can only assume that you are drawn to Cayce’s work as I am. Perhaps you believe that you have lived during the times of Atlantis (as I do). If the sea calls to you for any reason, you can use coral to tune into the lessons you were meant to have learned during those lifetimes.

  The type of coral you choose is important. If you choose Chinese coral, which is popular and abundant, it will connect you with ancient times in Imperial China. If you select coral from the Atlantic Ocean, it will be more attuned with Atlantean energies. The Pacific corals will connect you with Lemuria and the Polynesian Islands.

  A few years ago, I traveled to Belize to visit the ancient pyramids. While there, I saw its coral reef, which is the second largest in the world next to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia.

  I have always been drawn to the Central and South American region, probably due to past-life influences. Because I grew up in the southwestern United States, Central and South America felt more like the transition from Lemuria to Atlantis, during the Great Shift of those times. What incredible energy!

  Likewise, Australia is still on my bucket list. If you feel drawn there, the energy of the coral from that part of the world will connect you to the Great Barrier Reef and the Aboriginal energies, which are very profound.

  Any coral used in meditation will connect you spiritually with whatever part of the world you wish. Use coral as a tool to help you pray for environmental protection, to strengthen your physical body, or to call upon the wisdom of the unseen life forms that share our planet under the surface of the sea.

  CRYSTAL

  Found: Worldwide

  Named for: Crystal is derived from the Greek word krustallos, which means “ice and rock crystal.”

  • Bible •

  . . . the crystal cannot equal it . . . Job 28:17

  An
d the likeness of the firmament upon the heads of the living creature was as the colour of the terrible crystal, stretched forth over their heads above. Ezekiel 1:22

  And before the throne, there was a sea of glass like unto crystal . . . Revelation 4:6

  Having the glory of God: and her light was like unto a stone most precious, even like a jasper stone, clear as crystal; Revelation 21:11

  And he shewed me a pure river of water of life, clear as crystal, proceeding out of the throne of God and of the Lamb, Revelation 22:1-3

  • Cayce Readings •

  Named for: Crystal is mentioned 241 times in 153 documents.

  Cayce gave many readings to the person identified as 440 regarding an aurascope, but I will include only one here:

  . . . Hence these set with the absence of color, or with the crystal . . .

  Q: Describe the nature of the crystal.

  A: That set both as a conductor and non-conductor in same . . . so that the activity of electronic or electrical forces in the disturbance to reception will be carried to elimination. This will require a great deal of experimentation . . .

  440-6

  A client requested more feedback regarding stones recommended in the Life Readings, and received this letter about crystal:

  . . . in all fairness to the results of the survey that you are conducting, I must assert that I have never been able to detect any particular influence, beneficial or detrimental, that can be traced to the presence of that stone on my being.

  I am indebted to Mr. Cayce’s messages for much that I could have found in no other way. However, on your tally sheet it must be recorded that I have found no influence that can be attributed to the crystal that I carry.