IMPORTANCE OF GEM STONES IN INDIAN ASTROLOGY

In the universe innumerable stars/planets of various sizes are orbiting around the sun along with our earth. Each star and planet has its own atmosphere and emitting particular type of cosmic rays which effect earth and our human life as per size and distance of each one. 

As per Indian astrology, destiny nature and life span of individual get fixed as per distance and place of these planets at the time of birth. They have selected nine star/ planets which are bigger and nearer to earth and affecting human life. They are called NAVAGRAHA’S.  

Astrologists have found similar strength in rays of various gemstones. Since centuries they are using them to prevent evil effects and removing deficiency created by the graham (planet) in life of human beings. They have selected nine gems as per their distinctive character. Gems act as a filter and produce effect depending on the need of body if planet is emanating a ray, the vibration of which is unsuitable for the body. The gems counteract and absorb it, this averting evil effect. Gem stone as a grah is just like protective shield against evil effect as well as it creates extra strength to fulfill deficiency. 

The western astrologers advise use of gemstones as per month of birth or as per sign of zodiac of an individual and have fixed gemstone for each month or zodiac sign.  

These are called “birthstones”. There are two systems. One is as per date of birth and second is as per sign of zodiac of a person. 

CHART FOR ZODIAC SIGNS & BIRTHSTONES

MONTH OF THE BIRTH & GEM STONE

January – Hematite/Garnet                                       February – Amethist                                       March – Aquamarine                                       April – Diamond                                       May – Emerald                                       June – Pearl                                       July – Ruby                                       August – Peridot                                       September – Sapphire                                       October – Opal                                       November – Topaz                                       December – Turqoise

The rays of various gem stones have been found useful in medical treatment. New therapy which is called “Gem Therapy” is gaining popularity in the medical world 

TYPICAL GEM STONE ARRANGEMENT IN "NAVAGRAHA" FINGER RING (Popular in South India)

When from horoscope, it is not possible to ascertain particular graham, Astrology advises to wear all 9 Grahas in a particular arrangement. When all 9 Gem stones are set together they are called “NAVAGRAHAS”.