Wednesday, 28 January 2015

Why do People Wear Ganesh Pendant and Other Spiritual Jewelry

Have you seen people wearing spiritual ornaments? Have you ever wondered why they wear religious jewelry like Ganesh pendant? There are many popular symbols worn as ornaments along with images of Gods and Goddesses. But what prompts people wear such kind of jewel pieces? There are some reasons and beliefs associated with every ornament specially when we talk about the religious ones. 

 

Here are some beliefs why people opt to wear religious symbols in the form of pendants, bracelets, rings, and amulets.

  • Many people believe that wearing spiritual symbols show their love and devotion towards God. This way they can declare their faith openly and encourage others to have faith in Lord Ganesha.
  • As per their beliefs, people wear religious pendants to feel more closer to their favorite God and make their life full of joy and prosperity.
  • Some people wear Ganesh ornaments because they have received them as a gift when they visited temples or any religious ceremony. In simple words, they don't want to hurt the sentiments of others.
  • The spiritual amulets or charms are considered as protective talismans and that's why many people wear them. According to them, carrying these ornaments protect them from evil spirits and bring positivity to their life.
  • Most people wear tribal jewelry to look stylish and display the value of precious metals and gemstones. They mostly prefer gemstone or diamond studded Om pendants or other items popular worldwide.
  • A few people also believe that wearing Ganesh ornaments is good for mind concentration and it is very beneficial for students.

Most people wear religious medals for the sake of their faith and devotion towards God. The different type of symbols represent the belief of a particular religion or region. In ancient times, these ornaments were a part of ritual practices of tribes and that's why they are also popular as tribal jewelry.


The use of Ganesh pendant and other symbols resembles the practice of using charms or amulets to defend the negativity. Some pendants also feature holy geometrical figures and they too have same significance as other religious symbols.

Wednesday, 21 January 2015

5 Interesting Facts About Jade the Stone of Heaven


Worn by people for centuries, Jade is considered a spiritual stone and has a variety of meaning as well as facts attached to it. People often call it 'Jade the stone of heaven', being a symbol of purity and the stone of immortality. It is believed to embody the five values: Justice, Courage, Wisdom, Modesty and Charity.


Here are some interesting facts about Jade that you might want to know:-

  • Jade is found inside the rocks and stones and it's value cannot be seen until ascertained. One method of evaluating the stone is to strike it with a hammer since it will rebound the hammer.
  • Myanmar holds the title of the largest exporter of Jade while you can find some experts from New Zealand, Australia, etc. Although the stone is associated with China and it's main source is still unidentifiable.
  • As far as the strength of the stone is concerned, both Jadeite and Nephrite Jade can be formed into the most intricate designs such as herds of horses, dragons, country scenes and other jewelry.
  • In Mandarin Chinese, Jade is considered more precious than gold or diamonds. This spiritual substance is touted as priceless if talking about the ancient Chinese literature.
  • The stone has a lustrous surface and contains variations in color and that's why it is highly collectible today.
  • In ancient time, Jade was used for tools and weapons being it tougher than steel. Later, it was used in mystical rituals and ornamentation.
  • Top quality Jade is hard to find and is very translucent and sleek. Some of the real stones are sold at highest prices in the International market.
  • A stone with vivid green color and no gray can be considered as the finest stone. Imperial green stone is rare while other shades such as yellowish greens, grayish greens and blackish greens, are common.

The demand for finest Jade is increasing day by day and it is very important to know the difference between real and fake stone. Few people realize that the finest Jade is one of the most precious gemstones. Therefore, it is suggested to do some research and buy the real jade.