The Magic of Quartz —by Míchealín Daugherty   Quartz (Silicon dioxide) is not only used to make crystal balls, but has many other magical qualities as well, such as, an amplifier of energy, healing and communication.  Remember quartz is never completely clear, it has natural veins and imperfections. If you purchase a completely clear piece of quartz, you may have actually purchased glass. The word "crystal" comes from the Greek word, "krystallos," meaning "ice." Ancient Greeks believed quartz was a permanently solidified form of ice. The word "quartz" comes from the Old Saxon word "querklufterz," meaning "cross-vein ore." Quartz's clarity and purity does give it a magical similarity to water, and washes away or cleanses negative energies from your body. It is a healing stone as well. I have found this to be true. I hold a piece of blessed quartz while I sleep; I also stroke my Familiar (who has cancer) with it to help him with his illness. Some believe that quartz strengthens the link between Earth and the Heavens, and it can be used for psychic travelling and dream journals. It can also be used to channel or amplify energies. Collecting Negative Energy Quartz is piezoelectric which it can produce an electric charge and disperse negative energy from the air around it. Keeping quartz close to your body will help to protect you from day-to-day stress. Place a piece of quartz on your computer; it will not only help keep your computer running smoothly, but you can clutch it in your hand to dispel negative energy, annoyances from your boss or work-mates, or just to help you when you're having a bad day! Aiding Psychic Connections Carry quartz in your pocket to increase your psychic connections. When you meditate, place a piece of quartz at your crown Chakra (i.e., the top of your forehead against your brow). This can help your mind expand and help you concentrate. Hold quartz against your "Third Eye" to give you inspiration and insight. Before you go to sleep, think about your problems. Then, placing quartz under your pillow will help you work out your problems while you sleep. Holding quartz in your hand while you sleep can help you remember dreams. Healing Powers Pass the quartz over each of your body's energy centers to help the healing energy pass into affected areas. Rub an affected area gently with your crystal and visualize a golden light passing from the earth, along your spine, and healing the affected area. Protection Wear a quartz necklace for protection. Use a quartz wand to protect from any negative spirits during spelling working. I have an incense burner with pieces of quartz on it; I used it during rituals for protection. See Also: Using Your Chakras Sources: Crowley, V. The Magickal Live: A Wiccan Priestess Shares Her Secrets. Penguin Publishing: 2003. Morrison, D. The Craft: A Witch's Book of Shadows. Llewellyn Worldwide: 2002. Personal knowledge/traditions Enhancing Your Mind, Body and Spirit — Spells and Magic. "The Magic of Clear Quartz."  IMP and Summertime Publishing: 2005. Page last updated 35 Oct  2006 Website Design and Myths & Magic logo by Míchealín Daugherty Copyright © 2006 Ireland's OWN All Rights Reserved.