The elegant, smooth-textured Black Onyx gemstone is much more than an eye-catching jewelry stone. It is said to have immense healing and spiritual properties. CrystalBenefits gives you the meaning, and the properties of this gemstone.
Basic Black Onyx Gemstone Information!
Element: Fire
Birthstone of: Leo
Vibrates to: Number 6
Attuned to: The Root Chakra
Onyx Dreams: Symbolic of peace, harmony, love.
Since times immemorial, gemstones have been an accessory to man for different reasons. Hunters used particular stones for good luck, royalty wore certain stones in their jewelry for continual good fortune, and many others were used as talismans and amulets by people all over the world. Gemstones are not just an accessory to the attire― they have been, and continue to be, worn for a reason. Some gemstones are even unique to a particular kind of zodiac sign, and can be worn only by those born under that sign.
The Black Onyx gemstone is one of the many gemstones believed to have amazing healing and spiritual properties. The story of the origin of this stone varies from culture to culture, but it does go back a very long way in time. It is actually a variety of the Chalcedony stones, which range from white-colored stones to black. These days, however, Black Onyx stones are available in pure black, as they are heated and polished.
History
The term onyx is said to have been generated from the Greek word onux, which means fingernail or claw. Though why it is related to a fingernail may seem baffling, legend has it that the mischievous Cupid once cut off Venus’s fingernails when she was sleeping. As the fingernails scattered on the ground, the Gods turned them into flesh-colored stones, as no part of a heavenly body was supposed to perish. Chalcedony stones, which ranged from white to brown to black in color, were at the time, all called Onyx.
Another version of the origin of the Black Onyx is contradictory to its uses today. Magic lores believed that the Onyx was actually a terrifying demon who was imprisoned in the stone. It was believed that the demon troubled those who possessed the Onyx or kept it in close vicinity, through bad luck and nightmares. However, it is used for protecting oneself from negativity and dark magic, so the validity of this tale is actually doubtful.
Meaning
The Black Onyx gemstone is said to be associated with the planet Saturn, and it is the birthstone for Leo, the zodiac sign. It is a soothing stone, and is good for wearing, especially during times of emotional turmoil. It is known to help release negativity, as well as to guard the wearer from the ‘evil eye’. The Black Onyx gemstone is worn to help a person get over previous relationships, move out from the past, and start living in the present. Some of the important powers of this stone are intuition, focus, balance, positivity, change, and protection. Experts have claimed that anyone who wears this gemstone has full access to these powers, and that it helps one live life the way it’s supposed to be lived.
Spiritual and Healing Properties
Releasing Negativity
The Black Onyx gemstone is worn to release any sort of negativity from a person. The stone is soothing, and helps the wearer to deliver himself/herself from negative emotions, thoughts, and ultimately, situations.
Letting Go of the Past
An important aspect of releasing negativity is letting go of the past. Wearing this stone helps people get over their previous relationships, and to let go of the past. This is ideal for people who haven’t been able to forget their previous relationships even if they ended years ago, and who are living more in the past rather than in the now.
Separation
Black Onyx gemstone is also known to help one separate from people or situations that are unhappy, or troublesome. It is believed that wearing it or keeping it with oneself helps in ending unhappy relationships.
Changing Habits
This gemstone is also believed to help a person change irregular/unhealthy/bad habits, if any, and become more focused and balanced. It helps the wearer stay free from any kind of stress, and helps him or her make quick, correct decisions that will effectively change his/her life for good.
Good for Entrepreneurs
A Black Onyx gemstone is said to be excellent for entrepreneurs who are thinking of, or are in the process of, starting a new business. It helps entrepreneurs make quick and good decisions regarding their business, and it also wards off negative opinions, thoughts and emotions by others around them.
Intuition
A person wearing a Black Onyx gemstone will have better intuitive powers, claim experts. This gemstone helps to show the correct life path for a person through dreams, visions, meditation, etc.
Alignment with the Higher Power
A Black Onyx gemstone helps a person’s mind, body, and spirit align with the Universe, and put himself/herself on the receiving frequency of goodness. One who wears it with complete faith can manifest all that he/she wants and needs.
Deflecting Negativity
Negativity can make itself felt through different sources― negative relationships, negativity at work, etc. A Black Onyx stone helps in deflecting inner and outer negativity and protects the wearer from the ‘evil eye’ or bad luck that is caused due to jealousy or negativity of some sort in the mind of others.
Protection from the Paranormal
In some cultures, it is widely believed that this gemstone helps ward off evil spirits from a person and his/her family. Some tribes have been known to worship Black Onyx statues that supposedly kept away black magic and dark sorcery, as well as evil spirits from a person’s home and family. These statues were even made offerings of blood for appeasement.
Sharpening of Senses
Black Onyx gemstone is believed to sharpen the senses of those who wear it/keep it with them. It makes the wearer more alert, more conscious, and more focused. The wearer also becomes more grounded, confident, and balanced once he/she starts using the gemstone regularly with absolute faith.
Physical Healing
It is widely believed that this gemstone can heal eye disorders, teeth problems, epilepsy, feet trouble, bone issues, etc. For this purpose, healers often advise their patients to wear a Black Onyx, as it starts to show effects after continual use. Water charged with it is also believed to effectively treat skin problems and other infections. Pregnant women are also encouraged to wear it for a smooth, trouble-free pregnancy and childbirth.
Attracting Money
Feng shui experts believe that a Black Onyx gemstone is very good for attracting financial gains, and recommend using this gemstone as a paper-weight or a decorative piece at home or work, so as to keep it around you most of the time, if wearing it is not possible or comfortable for you.
Experts recommend that a Black Onyx gemstone should be discharged once in two weeks under running water, or should be kept underground overnight for it to rejuvenate its spiritual powers and healing properties.
A Black Onyx gemstone is not only a classy addition to your jewelry, but it is also a great way to keep yourself away from any sort of negativity. However, it should be kept well in mind that the healing properties we have mentioned in the article cannot be used as a substitute for professional medical advice.
