Astrological Guide to Stones

Lithotherapy uses the power of stones for healing purposes. To do this, it considers the correspondence between stones and planets. However, this leads to some confusion. For instance, which planet rules the diamond? There are at least two opinions: the Sun and Saturn. But which one is correct?

Let’s figure it out.

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Stones and Planets

First, it is important to understand that a stone can be ruled by more than one planet. Two planets can correspond to the same stone only if there is an astrological "harmony" between them. But how do planets align with each other?

There are two types of planetary correspondence—sympathy and antipathy.

The Principle of Sympathy

If two planets rule a zodiac sign (by domicile and exaltation), they are allies by sympathy.

For example, the Moon rules Cancer by domicile and Jupiter by exaltation. As a result, Jupiter and the Moon are allied by sympathy.

The Principle of Antipathy

If a planet rules a sign (by domicile or exaltation), then the planet ruling the opposite sign (by domicile or exaltation) is its ally by antipathy.

For example, Jupiter rules Cancer by exaltation, while the opposite sign (Capricorn) is ruled by:

• Saturn (by domicile), and
• Mars (by exaltation).

As a result, Saturn and Mars are Jupiter’s allies by antipathy.

Lithotherapy uses these principles everywhere. To save you from memorizing these correspondences, I’ve prepared a small table:

As you can see, in some cases, planets form alliances through sympathy and antipathy. The key point is that these planets "work together."

This simple infographic can help you quickly find connections between planets.

How Do Stones and Planets Correspond in Lithotherapy?

The primary principle of correspondence is the color of the stone itself. But there are also additional characteristics of correspondence, such as the physical properties of the stone, including:

• Light refraction;
• Hardness;
• Presence of chemical elements, etc.

But we’ll discuss these later. If all (or most) characteristics of a stone correspond to one planet, we say that the stone contains a pure planetary essence. If a stone corresponds to one planet by its primary characteristic (color), but to another by physical characteristics, we speak of a mixed essence.

Examples of Dual Governance Over Stones

Let’s take, for example, a diamond. On one hand, its color and uniqueness correspond to the Sun. But its incredible hardness corresponds to Saturn. As a result, both the Sun and Saturn govern the diamond. And there is no contradiction between schools of lithotherapy. Both positions are correct.

Note that the antipathy principle connects the Sun and Saturn.

Another example is the ruby. On one hand, its blood-red color corresponds to Mars’ nature. However, due to its unique optical light refraction (asterism), it corresponds to the Sun. Thus, the ruby is governed by two planets—Mars and the Sun. Note that Mars and the Sun are allied by the sympathy principle .

Yet another example is the amethyst. In this stone, two planets share the primary characteristic—its color. The purple color of amethyst is a blend of blue (Jupiter) and red (Mars). Thus, amethyst also has a mixed nature—Jupiter and Mars. Again, note that Jupiter and Mars are connected by the antipathy principle .

You’ve probably already guessed that planetary energies in stones mix not randomly but according to the principles of sympathy and antipathy.

How Lithotherapy Uses Dual Governance of Stones

Sometimes, it is necessary to artificially "mix" planetary energies for therapeutic purposes. For example, to relieve a hangover, you must achieve an antitoxic effect in the blood and liver. Jupiter rules the blood and liver, while Mars governs immunity and toxin removal. As a result, you need to find a mineral that combines the nature of Jupiter and Mars. This is where amethyst comes in. It is well known for its anti-hangover solid properties.

Another example is epilepsy. In medical horary astrology, this condition is indicated by an afflicted Moon. Literally, the brain’s activity (the Moon) is disturbed. You cannot directly influence the Moon since it is afflicted in the medical horoscope. But you can influence it through its...

...allies.

Notice that the Moon has two strong allies—Jupiter and Mars. As a result, you can reduce the frequency and severity of epileptic seizures by using stones of Jupiter and Mars' nature. In this case, amethyst would be suitable again. Incidentally, its beneficial effect on epileptics is well known.

Main Principles of Planetary Correspondence to Stones in Lithotherapy

Now, let’s go over the planets and outline the characteristics of stones that correspond to them.

Moon Stones in Lithotherapy

Characteristics of lunar stones:

Let’s look at an example of a stone with pure lunar nature. This is pearl.

• It is white and milky,
• It has a pearlescent effect (optical iridescence),
• At the same time, it is brittle and amorphous in structure,
• Additionally, it has an organic marine origin.

As you can see, all the characteristics point to the Moon. As a result, a pearl is a stone of pure lunar essence without any admixture of other elements.

Now, let’s look at an example of a mixed lunar stone. This is greenish opal.

On one hand, the green color belongs to Venus. On the other, its optical adularescence, brittleness, and amorphous structure reflect the essence of the Moon. And again, notice that the Moon and Venus are connected by the principle of sympathy.

Solar Stones in Lithotherapy

Here are the characteristics of solar stones:

Examples of stones with a solar nature are amber and citrine.

An example of a solar stone with a mixed nature is heliolite. Its orange color is a blend of red (Mars) and yellow (Sun). On the one hand, it has golden sparkles (a sign of the Sun). On the other hand, these sparkles are caused by hematite scales (a purely Martian stone). As a result, heliolite is a stone of both the Sun and Mars. Again, these two planets are connected by the principle of sympathy.

Mercury Stones

Characteristics of Mercury stones:

Examples of stones with a purely Mercurial nature are agate and marble onyx.

Let’s consider a stone of mixed nature, such as kyanite. On one hand, the blue color belongs to Jupiter. However, the presence of patterns and inclusions is a color characteristic of Mercury.

Another example is serpentine. It is a stone of both Venus and Mercury. Notice that Mercury is connected to both Jupiter and Venus.

Venus Stones in Lithotherapy

Characteristics of Venusian stones:

Examples of purely Venusian stones are chrysoprase and rose quartz.

Malachite is an example of a mixed-nature stone. On one hand, the green color points to Venus. On the other hand, the intricate patterns suggest that Mercury's essence is mixed with Venus's.

Mars Stones

Mars stones have the following properties:

Examples of purely Martian stones are red jasper and hematite.

An example of a mixed-nature stone is amethyst. The blue color of Jupiter is mixed with Mars' red hue. Additionally, amethyst contains iron. Another example is the tiger's eye. It is a mixture of Mars and Saturn (red and blue stripes), while the optical shine adds to the Sun's nature. This is an example of triple planetary influence. Interestingly, Mars, Saturn, and the Sun are interconnected by principles of both sympathy and antipathy.

Jupiter Stones in Lithotherapy

Jupiter stones exhibit the following properties:

Examples of purely Jupiterian stones are Afghan lapis lazuli, blue topaz, and charoite (purple).

An example of a mixed-nature stone is turquoise (a blend of blue and green, indicating the influence of Jupiter and Venus). Another example is larimar. It combines Jupiter's sky blue with the milky opacity of the Moon’s essence. Again, the Moon and Jupiter are connected by the principle of sympathy.

Saturnian Stones

Finally, we reach the stones of the last planet. Their characteristics include:

An example of a purely Saturnian stone is the galena.

An example of a mixed-nature stone is jaspilite. The stone displays streaks of black and brown, a mixture of Mars and Saturn. Again, Mars and Saturn are connected by the principle of sympathy.