Tiger's Eye: The Earthly Stone Of Protection
"It is said that tiger eye have been used in Ancient Rome, when troops wore talismans made from this stone to protect them"
In this blog post, we're going to unveil the mystery, meaning & benefits of the well known Tiger Eye stone!
WHAT IS TIGER EYE?
Tiger's Eye is a solar gemstone/crystal of courage, strength and personal power.
It stimulates the first three chakras to help you remain grounded and supported
during times of stress.
It's a stone of protection. Tiger Eye may also bring good luck to the wearer. It has the power to focus the mind, promoting mental clarity, assisting us to resolve problems objectively and unclouded by emotions. Particularly useful for healing psychosomatic illnesses, dispelling fear and anxiety.
Affirmation: I am courageous, strong and powerful.
Tiger's Eye is a generally honey brown gemstone with stripes and swirls that can be yellow, orange, red and black in every shade possible. They are a very organic looking gemstone, looking quite woody on occasion or even fibrous with an almost furry appearance but with a smooth waxy texture.
The color brown is a stable, warm color that represents dependability and strength. It is the color of the earth and makes us feel grounded and safe.THE TIGER'S EYE STONE HISTORY
Much of Tiger’s Eye crystal healing properties come from its appearance.
In ancient times, warriors and soldiers wore Tiger’s Eye when they went into battle because it was believed to bring strength and protection. Roman soldiers in particular believed in the powers of Tiger’s Eye crystal because of its eye-like appearance. The eye represented an all-seeing, all-knowing power, which was highly sought after on the battlefield. Tiger’s Eye crystal stone meaning was even believed by some cultures to ward off the Evil Eye.
In ancient times, warriors and soldiers wore Tiger’s Eye when they went into battle because it was believed to bring strength and protection. Roman soldiers in particular believed in the powers of Tiger’s Eye crystal because of its eye-like appearance. The eye represented an all-seeing, all-knowing power, which was highly sought after on the battlefield. Tiger’s Eye crystal stone meaning was even believed by some cultures to ward off the Evil Eye.
Tiger’s Eye crystal was also used by other ancient civilizations, like the Ancient Chinese, who believed it would bring good fortune to the wearer. In Eastern mythology, the magical tiger represented courage, integrity and power, so ancient civilizations associated Tiger’s Eye crystal with these properties and this sacred & respected, legendary animal. These ancient associations and usages support the energy of Tiger’s Eye crystal as we understand it today.
Tiger’s Eye stones can be found in Australia, Brazil, South Africa, the United States, and other regions.
Tiger'S Eye HEALING STONE properties
Most people use Tiger's Eye to help keep harmony at home, calming tensions within the family or with a partner. It allows you to see arguments from both sides and accept different opinions.
You can also use this stone for many reasons, some of them being:
- Decision Making
- Courage
- Prosperity
- Self-Confidence
- Grounding
- Protection
- Increased Creativity
However, the most practical attribute embodied within these stones is its action to create balance & energy protection.
This is a powerful energy to aid spiritual healing & well-being.
It may aid you if you are eager to develop your spiritual stregth when used at the third eye chakra, but it is not generally a third eye chakra stone.
All gemstones are more powerful when worn in close contact with the skin.
How to use tiger eye crystal?
Of course gemstones are good for us but what is the best way to use gemstones to maximize their spiritual and health benefits?
To get the best out of your Tiger's Eye, you want
have it by your side for maximum effect.
A simple way would be as an item of jewelry where it would be in constant contact or just a gemstone or two in your pocket or purse, nearby at all times and easy to hold or touch for reassurance.
Tiger's Eye is a very popular gemstone among those who practice meditation as it keeps the wearer grounded and focused. Its high frequency vibration is also conducive to seeking to reach a transcendental state of relaxed awareness.
A simple way would be as an item of jewelry where it would be in constant contact or just a gemstone or two in your pocket or purse, nearby at all times and easy to hold or touch for reassurance.
Tiger's Eye is a very popular gemstone among those who practice meditation as it keeps the wearer grounded and focused. Its high frequency vibration is also conducive to seeking to reach a transcendental state of relaxed awareness.
IN CONCLUSION
This is a stone that helps us to be more active, mentally as well as physically, and its major work is within the lower chakras. Many people around the world choose it as their preferred protection stone, or just a stone to keep them grounded, stable, yet creative.
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By: Eva