Marble
Description: Marble is a metamorphosed limestone that occurs in the form of a coarse to medium-grained rock of re-crystallized Dolomite or Calcite. It is a carbonate of Lime. Coral, Calcite, Limestone, Stalagmites, chalk, seashells, and bones are all forms of Lime, though they have varying uses. The color range of Marble includes white, yellow, red, green, pink, brown, etc. Ruin-marble (one type of Marble) also exhibits the various shades of yellow-to-brown.
Location: Marble is generally found in the United States, Italy, and Greece.
Astrological Sign: Cancer
Spiritual Uses: Marble is used to provide for both clarity and suspension in states of meditation, including tantric activities. It promotes peak states of meditation and total recall of dreams. It provides guidance in the purification and control of thoughts, assisting one in the actualization of that which is desired. It helps also to actuate the “unused” portions of the mind, providing for the mastery of thought, the strength of self-control, and the power of serenity. Marble is used in protective spells and in spells involving personal success in a general sense. It can also help in bringing one into balance with respect to both amelioration and improvement of one’s physical and worldly circumstances.
Physical Uses: Marble is a cleansing stone that is beneficial for the blood, skin, and cleansing systems. It can enhance one’s “good common sense” in matters of the home, the heart, and one’s sustenance. It can also produce a nurturing instinct in oneself, further providing for strength of character. It can be used in the treatment of disorders of the bone marrow, and for viral and bacterial infections, sore throat, lower back pain, and to increase flexibility, both physical and mental. It can assist one in attaining the qualities of patience and determination while engaging in “physical fitness” programs. Marble has been used by practitioners of naturopathy and homeopathy.
History: In India, Marble was carried or worn for personal protection.
Different Types: Ruin Marble exhibits the additional qualities of providing for an intellectual connection with ancient civilizations, furthering one’s knowledge about reactive social structures and of the centralization of the goals of ancient cultures.