Crystals in history

Many cultures throughout history have used crystals for their energetic properties. Crystals have been viewed as possessing healing or spiritual properties in cultures across the world for thousands of years.

The specific beliefs and practices surrounding them vary.

For instance:

Ancient Egypt: Egyptians used crystals like lapis lazuli, turquoise, and carnelian for healing, protection, and spiritual rituals. Lapis lazuli, in particular, was associated with the heavens and was often used in jewelry and amulets.
China: Crystals have been incorporated into Chinese medicine and healing practices for centuries. For example, jade has long been valued not just for its beauty but for its supposed ability to bring longevity, vitality, and good health.
Mesopotamia: The ancient Sumerians and Babylonians were among the first to document the use of gemstones in magical and healing practices. They believed certain stones could provide protection or summon divine favor.
Native American Cultures: Many Native American tribes used crystals in their spiritual practices. For example, they used quartz for healing and as a connection to the spirit world, believing the stone amplified energy and intentions. Turquoise is also historically used by the tribes for protection, healing and luck.
Greece and Rome: In ancient Greece and Rome, crystals were often used for their healing properties, and many philosophers, such as Pliny the Elder, wrote about them. Amethyst, for example, was believed to protect against drunkenness and to promote calm and balance.
India: In Ayurvedic medicine, gemstones have been used for thousands of years to balance energies and improve physical health. For example, ruby was associated with vitality, while sapphire was linked to wisdom.

While the scientific community today often treats the energetic properties of crystals with skepticism, many people experience their metaphysical benefits. Some say crystals can influence the body's energy field, align chakras, or assist in emotional healing.

So, whether or not one believes in their energetic effects, it’s clear that crystals have played significant roles in cultural practices and spiritual traditions across the globe.

*Please note that this text is written based on my own understanding and experience around the practice of crystal energy work per today, taken from the combination of my own experiences and research I have done through reading books and looking up scientific studies. I highly recommend that you find your own truth through your own research and practices with crystals.