Come, let us harvest the abundant thoughts of our ever-restless minds,
and burn them as a sacrifice upon the altar of our yearning hearts.

-Inspired by the words of 19th century Russian writer, Saint Ignatius Brianchaninov
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Astrological Sign
Capricorn
Aquarius
Pisces
Aries
Taurus
Gemini
Cancer
Leo
Virgo
Libra
Scorpio
Sagittarius
Symbol
Mountain Goat With Fish Tail
Water Bearer
Two Fish Passing Each Other
Ram With Head Down For Combat
Earth Sign
Twins: Castor & Pollux
Hard Shell Sea Crab
Lion
Virgin With Shaft Of Wheat
Scales Of Justice
Sea Scorpion
The Centaur
Dates
12/22–01/19
01/20–02/18
02/19–03/20
03/21–04/19
04/20–05/20
05/21–06/20
06/21–07/22
07/23–08/22
08/23–09/22
09/23–10/22
10/23–11/21
11/22–12/21
Months
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Birthstones
Garnet & Rose Quartz
Amethyst & Onyx
Aquamarine & Bloodstone
Diamond & Quartz (Rock Crystal)
Emerald & Chrysoprase
Pearl & Moonstone & Alexandrite
Ruby & Carnelian
Peridot & Sardonyx
Sapphire & Lapis
Opal & Tourmaline
Topaz & Citrine
Tanzanite & Turquoise & Zircon
Stones & Suggested Properties
Amber        
May balance the electromagnetics of the body & allow even flow of energies, thus
changing negative energies into positive, may instill inner sense of calm & overall
sense of well being, excellent for enhancing altered states of consciousness, may
lessen damage from anesthetics and other toxic substances

Amethyst        
The stone of protection, stability, strength & peace, purportedly shielding one from
toxic energies & helping to stabilize dysfunctional influences, Feb. birthstone

Aventurine        
May foster the ability to be light hearted, thought to balance the male & female
energies, is associated with creativity, motivation & leadership, corresponds to the
heart chakra, excellent for Buddhist Green Tara practices

Black Onyx        
May shield against negative energies & help to bring about awareness that
separation is an illusion and reunion will indeed come, helpful in centering oneself,
perceiving dualities & aligning oneself with higher states of consciousness, thought
to encourage self-control & self-mastery, Feb. birthstone

Carnelian        
Thought to promote sacredness of the home & family, traditionally used to heal the
female reproductive system, may increase one's ability to concentrate & raise energy
levels, July birthstone

Clear Crystal Quartz        
Stone of power, thought to amplify & project positive energy thus facilitating growth,
awareness & clarity of insight, may encourage emotional stability & rapid healing,
April birthstone

Hematite        
The most grounding of all gemstones, referred to as "the stone of confidence &
self-worth", thought to dissolve negativity & boost the immune system, traditionally
used to draw illness/infection from the body, coveted by "spiritual warriors"
throughout the ages for its alleged powerful healing properties

Lapis        
Allegedly heals damage from old traumas, correcting outdated thought forms &
mental patterns, traditionally used to improve mental, spiritual & emotional well
being, excellent for Medicine Buddha practices, Sept. birthstone

Malachite        
Coveted throughout history as a profoundly healing stone, credited with ushering
creativity, balance & transformation into one's life, thought to detoxify the emotional
body, reduce stress & reveal subconscious blocks, supports the heart & solar plexus
chakras, often used by Buddhists for Green Tara practices

Mother of Pearl        
May heal friction in one's life, bringing a sense of emotional safety, traditionally
thought to stir & awaken the primordial memory of one's Origin in the infinite ocean of
Divine Love, this stone's energy emanates motherly love, excellent for Buddhist White
Tara practices

Pearls        
Traditionally used to heal the negative inner voice, thus increasing peace of mind,
thought to surround negative energy with light & are allegedly ruled by the moon, may
work well on the solar plexus chakra (associated with digestion & immunity), June
birthstone

Rose Quartz        
Traditionally used as an emotional release & balancing stone, to instill
non-judgmental acceptance of existence on its own terms, & to foster Love, Jan.
birthstone

Tiger's Eye        
Traditionally used for strength & courage, this stone allegedly returns negative
energy to its sender & helps to increase powers of discernment of evil, the favorite
stone of the Dalai Lama for prayer

Turquoise        
Thought to heal sadness harbored about one's life & deeds (in particular, shame &
guilt), excellent for meditation, including Japa, Dec. birthstone
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