by Carole Somerville

Created on: September 09, 2009

How the Healing Power of Crystals can be Used for Meditation and Spiritual Growth

Crystals have been used for healing and divination throughout history. There are many differences and many similarities in these mystical stones.

In ancient times it was believed that crystals started as ice from holy water. God poured them out of heaven as the angels petrifed them so they would stay forever solid, providing energy and protection for mankind. Energy in the crystals comes from centuries of sun, wind, air and earth influences. The oldest legends take us back to the ancient continent of Atlantis where it was believed that crystals provided free energy, free long distance communication and air travel. According to legend, this civilisation was destroyed because of the misuse of this power.

Past and Present Uses of Crystals

In modern science, crystals are used for the transmission of light and other forms of energy. They are used in watches, radios, computers and televisions. There are many differences and many similarities in crystals and they have been looked upon, for centuries, as mystical stones. Wise men and magicians combined gemstones and metals with crystals to create what nowadays we refer to as 'magic wands.' King Arthur's sword Excalibur is described as having crystals in the handle.

The healing power of Crystals can be used to help your spiritual development but you must take care when choosing the right crystal for you. Just because you like the colour or the quality, does not mean that, spiritually, a certain crystal will do you any good. When choosing a crystal, you must look deep down inside yourself as you hold the crystal in your hand. Let your inner feelings flow.

Tuning into the Crystal

If there are a number of choices of crystals, you should feel each one in your left hand. Try to feel its energy. Relax and focus your mind on the crystal. Close your eyes and you might see certain colours or images; you might feel the energy of the crystal fill your being. Take your time. Don't be in a rush to choose just any stone. Pick a crystal that looks and feels like the right one for you.

As you meditate, and as you find attunement with your crystal, this will help you discover your path towards spiritual development. Each crystal is very special and it has its own energy frequencies, however, the following are some ways in which the crystals might help you in your meditation:

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