Crystal Grimoire
Corundum
Chakras: Root, Third Eye
Zodiac: Sagittarius, Aquarius, Capricorn
Planets: Mars, Saturn
Elements: Fire, Earth
Summary
Corundum is associated with the Root and Third Eye Chakras and is known for allowing the self to accept joy and positivity, releasing heavy thoughts and spiritual confusion, enhancing creativity and focused energy, assisting with dissolving bad dreams, and promoting a sense of ease and vitality.
Keywords
Often associated with: joy, positivity, emotional support, spiritual clarity, creativity, focused energy
Spiritual meaning
In crystal tradition: Releases heavy thoughts and spiritual confusion, and supports clear inner vision and focused energy.
Emotional meaning
Often associated with: Encourages accepting joy and positivity, and brings a sense of ease after unsettling dreams.
History and lore
In history and lore: Tagore's 1879 Treatise on Gems, which names the crimson red corundum as the Oriental ruby, recorded that the Oriental ruby of the ancients drove away sadness, evil thoughts, wicked spirits and nightmares. This lore was told of the red ruby specifically, not of corundum in every color.
About the sources
- Sourindro Mohun Tagore, author of Mani-Mala (Calcutta, 1879 to 1881), a book on gems written in English alongside the Sanskrit gem texts it presents.