Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Navaratna

Navaratna - Information for you!
Ruby for Sun - Manikam or Padmarag.
Pearl for Moon - Muthu.
Coral for Mars - Pavazham.
Emerald for Mercury - Marakatam.
Yellow Sapphire for Jupiter - Puspharagam.
Diamond for Venus - Vairam.
Blue Sapphire for Saturn - Indra-nedam.
Hessonite for Rahu - Gomedhagam.
Cat’s eye for Ketu - Vaiduryam.

Benefits of Navaratna

Navratna is the astrological combination of Ruby (Sun), Pearl (Moon), Red Coral (Mars), Emerald (Mercury), Yellow Sapphire (Jupiter), Diamond (Venus), Blue Sapphire (Saturn), Hessonite (Rahu), and Cat’s Eye (Ketu). The setting of Navratna is 9 precious gems, in their proper series in a ring or a pendant, is prescribed in the Vedas. It can be worn by young and old alike to great benefit. One can wear it even if one doesn’t have a horoscope, or without prior consultation. Each gemstone is specific to a certain planet and imbibes the positive traits of that planet.
It is beneficial in diseases especially those caused by poisons. A person who wears it will not suffer from any ill fortune. It also helps to remove obstacles and protects against danger.

Precious Gemstones

Ruby - It gives name, fame, vigor, virtue, warmth and the ability to command. It can raise an individual to a higher status than the one in which he was born.

Pearl - A pear strengthens mental faculties, calms the emotions and induces peace of mind. A pearl nose-ring and necklace worn by a bride on her wedding ensures conjugal bliss.

Red Coral - Red Coral helps one become more courageous. It is also recommended for blood diseases.

Emerald - It helps improve memory, communication and intuition. It is also useful in obtaining wealth.

Yellow Sapphire - It is worn to enhance one's financial status. It also removes obstructions in finding a suitable match for a girl and improves marriage prospects.

Diamond – This is worn to earn name, fame and wealth. It is also said to improve sexual vigour.

Blue Sapphire - It keeps evil forces at bay and helps avoid misfortune. Sometimes, this stone reacts adversely, so it should be tested for a week before it is set in a ring or pendant and worn. It also bestows good health, wealth, and happiness and can help restore lost wealth and property.

Hessonite - Rahu is said to create obstacles in the fulfillment of ambitions and goals. This gemstone improves relations with people and protects from sudden misfortune. It is said to be the best gem to avert stomach ailments, and ward off disasters and evil spirits.

Cat's Eye - This gem protects its wearer against enemies, mysterious dangers and diseases. It also works like a talisman against accidents of drowning, intoxication etc. It is also said to bring good fortune to gamblers.