The Healing Power of Gemstones: In Tantra, Ayurveda, and Astrology

by Harish Johari

Drawing on the ancient Hindu disciplines of Tantra and Ayurveda, as well as astrology and his own family tradition of gemology, Harish Johari offers practical methods to utilize the power stored in gems to maximize physical and psychological balance and well-being. The origins of gem healing can be traced to the earliest Sanskrit scriptures, in which gems are valued for their ability to absorb and transmit vital life forces. Ayurvedic healers, Indian astrologers, and Tantric alchemists all made use of gem formulas in their various practices. The author describes these in vivid detail as well as the attributes and powers of the sun and planets according to Hindu astrology and legend as they relate specifically to the use of gems. Here they play a critical role in enhancing the positive power of the planets and reducing their negative influence. Charts are included that determine the appropriate gems to be worn according to one’s astrological sun sign and ascendant. Detailed instructions necessary for the creation of gem talismans and the rituals that use gems to obtain desired effects are also supplied by the author.

The Healing Power of Gemstones , the most comprehensive survey of this subject available today, is both a practical guide to the chemical and subtle nature of gemstones and a traditional overview of their use throughout the ages.

Genres: Nonfiction

240 pages, Paperback

First published May 20, 1989

Reviews

[Sky Feather · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful read. For all those interested over minerals, astrology and Ayurveda you are going to appreciate all the information in this book. Personally speaking it helped me make new connections with the qualities/energies of other planets/zodiac signs and to establish my belief over the importance of the balance of the opposite energies in our life; and the significance of deeply understanding this wheel of duality and how it (un)rolls in time.
True wisdom exceeds dipoles and embraces all the qualities/energies, on the evolutionary path of the Soul, beyond the earthly dogmas and illusions of the mind.

[Aurore Henze · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good book that I studied with in Ayurveda many years ago and have recently included as a resource in my book "Beyond Natural Skincare & Weight Loss." Very in-depth, and not for a lay person, must have an adequate understanding of jyotish and ayurveda first as the translation is not the greatest in English.

[Matthew Bennett · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent introduction to Vedic Jyotish (Hindu Astrology) with remedial measures for planetary afflictions utilizing gemstones and mantras. Great for Ayurvedic practitioners as well as lay people interested in this esoteric subject matter.

[Amit Ghosh]

it is fine