Sun, Moon, Venus And Jupiter In Pisces: The Wise And Mystical Servant & His Birthstone The Amethyst

This week we have 4 planets in the sign ofmaintain mental and physical equilibrium.
Pisces, the last step in the evolution of the zodiac,Gemstones have both physical and metaphysical
inviting us to relax, retreat and rekindle ourqualities that can enhance all aspects of your
connection with the divine spirit and what is trulywell-being. The perfectly aligned crystal structure
important for us. Pisces is the sign ofof gemstones creates an energy field that
contemplation, meditation and transcendence. Youinteracts with our own when you hold it or wear
could say it is all about the invisible dimensionsit on your body. In this way, the gemstone can
behind the physical appearances of the world.be used to calm you, bring you mental clarity,
I don’t know about you but I feel often quietincrease your energy, enhance your creativity,
overwhelmed, my life has speed up tremendouslyand much more.
with all the demands I feel, as well as all the ideasAstrology and Gemstones
and projects I love to get to. I always feel like IAstrological principles manifest at all levels of
am behind and am reminding myself constantly tocreation, from the largest bodies in the cosmos to
enjoy the journey and that things will never getthe tiniest particles of atoms—all are part of
done. I remember a documentation I have seenthe same network of universal energy. Based on
about aging and that the brain’s perception ofthe hermetic principle “As above, so
time really changes with growing older. Thatbelow,” those universal principles allow us to
makes total sense. Imagine the duration of anread relations among the planets and extrapolate
hour for a baby must seem like eternity and Ithose principles to things here on Earth, to events
remember being a teenager I could not wait toin our lives, as well as to our natural environment.
get older and it took forever. Now it seems likeThe universal principles that govern the planets
time is flying by with lightening speed.are also seen on the much smaller level of
gemstones, crystals, and metals.
I strongly believe we need the qualities of PiscesThe Signature of Gemstones
to tune into timelessness and eternal qualities ofEach gemstone is associated with specific planets.
our soul to stay sane.You are already aware that each planet has its
Each month with the Moon moving through Piscesown personality in astrology. And each gemstone
you get an invitation for a mini vacation fromhas a personal “signature”—specific
spirit to get your priorities straight and realign withmetaphysical qualities, different for each stone,
your true needs and soul purpose. With the Sunthat arise from the stone’s association with
transiting through Pisces for a month each yearits planets.
you are given more time to regroup and fine tuneHow to Make Gemstones Work for You
your spiritual aspirations. If you like to partake in aBy considering the individual signature of
meditation or healing retreat this would be thegemstones, you can select the right gems for
best and most powerful time of the year to dovery specific purposes, according to their
so.astrological qualities.
I like to invite you into a contemplative postureGemstones can be used in three different ways:
and ask yourself some questions right now. What1.    They are precious objects of beauty that
you can do to add that inner divine connection onmay hold a special meaning for us. We enjoy their
a regular base to your life. Do you spend timebeauty by giving them a special place on a shelf,
with yourself allowing that busy mind to unraveldesk, or altar.
and quiet down? Do you have a meditation2.    They can be used in meditation by tuning
practice? Do you just sit and smell the roses? Dointo their frequency for the purpose of balancing
you allow down time without filling your mind withour energy field.
reading, computer, TV or conversations?  I have3.    They can be made into jewelry pieces for
written an article about Neptune and the Art ofour pleasure, enhancing our individual expression of
Meditation if you like to get more inspired.beauty and sense of empowerment.
As you might know I love to use the specificYou can learn more about the metaphysical
healing properties of gemstones for meditationproperties of gemstones through my book
and jewelry purposes. Gemstones are suchJewelry and Gems for Self-Discovery.  In my
beautiful allies to harmonize your body, mind andbook I teach you how to find your true
soul. Allow yourself some time to play aroundbirthstones based on your horoscope.
with Amethyst who comes in so many beautifulAmethyst: A Pisces Stone to Connect Us to the
forms as crystals, wands, clusters, facetted andDivine
cut stones. Amethyst has been called a spiritual“Amethyst is one of the true birthstones of
vacuum cleaner because of his personality and hisPisces. It is a very common six-sided, pale- to
mediating qualities.dark-violet-colored crystal of the quartz family. It
This week’s highlights areoriginates most commonly in Brasilia, Uruguay, and
•    The Sun Floats into Peaceful PiscesMadagascar. The quality and depth of color of the
(February 19–March 20)stone vary widely. The most desirable and
•    Loving Venus Joins with Extravagantclearest material will be cut as facetted (cut along
Jupiter in Piscesflat faces) or cabochon (dome shaped, polished)
•    Moon in Pisces, Aries, Taurus and Geministones.
Pisces: The Sign of Fantasy and CreativityAmethyst is an excellent stone to begin with to
Pisces is a feminine water sign ruled by Neptune.introduce yourself to the subtle energies of
It rules the 12th House—the Personalcrystals. It comes in huge clusters large enough to
Connection with the Divine & the Invisible Realms.contain your hand. In fact at gem shows I have
Pisces is the last month in the astrological year,seen bathtub-shaped pieces that were large
and in this sign we see some of the best qualitiesenough to lie in! When you put your hand into one
of all the other signs, representing an accumulationof these clusters, you feel a pulsating sensation
of learning.similar to an ultrasound device. I used to have a
Pisces are gentle and have sensitive souls, wellhuge sample of Amethyst in my studio in
developed both spiritually and in their relationships.Germany that I used to provide my clients with
They care much more about matters of thean immediate experience of crystal energy.
mind, heart, and spirit than about practical orLarge amethyst clusters function as a sort of
material things. They enjoy a rich fantasy and“spiritual vacuum cleaner,” cleansing rooms
dream life, which may be expressed throughwith a lot of traffic passing through. They are also
creativity in all of the arts. Pisces are idealistsperfect for cleaning other stones or jewelry by
rather than realists.simply laying them in the cluster.
Connections to the UniverseIn olden times Amethyst was known as an
Pisces do not see themselves first and foremostamulet against black magic and homesickness, and
as individuals, but as connected to others and toas a bringer of good fortune. I see Amethyst as
the universe. They would rather experience thisMerlin, the old sorcerer who looks harmless
connection than protect their own ego. Thisenough but in fact wields great power. In the
spiritual sense of connection guides all that theymyth he was the spiritual teacher and magician of
do, from their relationships to their choice ofKing Arthur.
career and their spiritual expression. They seek toAmethyst can become our individual teacher as
elevate their consciousness beyond the confineswell. This gem’s greatest gift is its ability to
of the material world. They are highly intuitiveopen us up to higher realms of reality, higher
people. Their exquisite sensitivity to the worldstates of consciousness. It enhances meditation,
around them can even rise to the level of psychicconnects us with our higher self and the supreme
abilities.reality.
RelationshipsThe meaning of the Greek name for Amethyst is
Pisces’ gentle side leads them to be very“not drunken” and it is considered to aid
sensitive, loving, and trusting. They seek harmonysobriety When we access higher planes of
in their relationships and will do whatever they canconsciousness, where we feel ourselves held,
to avoid conflict—winning a fight is notcomforted, and nourished, our longing for the
meaningful to Pisces. They approach everyone inanesthetizing effects of substances such as
a friendly manner that draws many allies to them,alcohol and drugs slowly dissipates as we become
but they are intimate only with a small group ofopen to a more enjoyable and beautiful
friends and family. They are romantic, need to beexperience.
with a partner, and commit themselves for theWhen there is a strong influence of Neptune in
long term.our chart, there is an ever present yearning for a
Compassion is a trait that stands out in Pisces.higher realm of consciousness, a longing for God,
They are born care takers. Pisces people verya search for something more than our daily
often chose careers that allow them to give toreality. People who fall under this astrological
others, or engage in volunteer work. They areconfiguration are often tempted to take a
very aware of the needs of others and devoteshortcut to that plane by using chemical
themselves to helping others wherever they seesubstances to escape reality. But their efforts fail
the opportunity, even to the point of self-sacrifice.in the long run because they are disappointed by
Challengesthe false world of chemical highs.
As a water sign, Pisces people have a preferenceBy uplifting our consciousness, Amethyst
to lead “fluid” lives, going with the flowbecomes the messenger who reminds us of our
rather than pursuing a specific life plan. They areeternal connection with God. It is the bringer of
more fantasy bound than reality bound. One ofbliss and understanding, of expansion to our being.
their biggest challenges is to carve out aIt helps to clear the mind and to transform our
successful life that takes reality into account.limiting beliefs about who we are. It is our guardian
They also need to seek more balance in theirand ally who accompanies us on our visionary
relationships by placing their own needs on parquest to find greater truth and meaning in
with the needs of others. Being very sensitive,life.”   
they need to take care to protect themselvesI wish you a very enchanted journey into the
from other people’s negative emotions andmysterious world of healing gemstones and
manipulation. They are gullible and easily taken inlooking at them in a new way! Have fun! If you
by ruses.enjoyed this article and my perspective on things,
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choice of profession and their commitment toastrological qualities of the moment and inspire
their work, they are led more by their deepyou to use them wisely for a life full of success,
personal values than by ambition. Water is also ajoy and inner growth.
common theme in Pisces careers—fisherman,Have a wonderful inspired week, aloha and many
marine biologist.blessings, Shakti.
How Gemstones Can Enhance Your PiscesShakti Carola Navran: astrologer, jeweler and
Experienceauthor
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