Description
Onyx
Onyx protects its bearer from misfortune and illness and prevents illusions and nightmares caused by evil spirits. It is a stone of powerful protection and strength. It is reputed to bring unexpected good luck to its bearer and to protect them from the plots and ill wishes of their enemies. Onyx is a stone of inner strength and it enhances endurance and persistence. It is thought to increase one’s attention to detail, also to control, focus and direct the will and to boost the memory. This makes it an ideal stone for students, teachers and those who need a high level of focus. Onyx has been traditionally used to build up physical strength and vitality after illness or energy depleting activities. It assists to focus on physical goals such as weight loss and exercise. Onyx helps calm nerves, anxiety & hot tempers and is a grounding stone. Onyx treats disorders of the bones, bone marrow and blood. It is beneficial for teeth and the feet.
Onyx is first mentioned in the Book of Genesis: “And the gold of that land is good: there is bdellium and the onyx stone” (2:12). It is then mentioned 7 times in the Book of Exodus, where the Onyx is set in the ephod and the breastplate of the priests of Israel.
Use in animals: Bowels, Parasites, Protection- A great stone for outdoor pets, because it is known to draw out negative energies and entities, which can be helpful for things like fleas and parasites. As such, it is good for the bowels. A very protective stone, Black Onyx is supportive of physical strength and stamina, and can be helpful during times of stress, such as physical illness, trauma, or even during fights with other animals. Also assists with grounding energy. Benefits teeth, bones and blood disorders.
Chakras: Base, solar plexus, third eye
