Presentation
Experts are divided on the origin of the name "Carnelian". A first guess would be that the name of this crystal is derived from the Latin word carneus which means "fleshy". Another would lean towards the dogwood, berry of the male dogwood. A very abundant stone in India and Egypt, it was used to make jewelry, amulets and seals.
Legends
The Egyptians and Persians used to bury their dead with carnelian amulets, for protection in the "afterlife". The Goddess Isis used Carnelian to accompany the dead in their passage to the afterlife.
The warriors used it to reduce bleeding. A symbol of vitality and courage, Carnelian represented strength.
At psychological level
Carnelian implies acceptance of one's current incarnation and removes the fear of death. It transmits the love of life, and tends to dissipate anger and jealousy. It gives courage and warrior spirit, helps to make positive decisions and brings motivation in all areas. It restores faith in oneself and in one's perceptions, intuitions.
At mental level
Improves perception and ability to analyze situations. Grounded in everyday reality. It improves concentration skills.
At energy level
Stone of the feminine par excellence, Carnelian increases centering and helps in the development of intuition. It is a stone of connection and reconciliation with Mother Earth.
At spiritual level
Stimulates the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Chakras.
The 1st Chakra is the Root Chakra. It is the basis of our primary instincts, our sense of security in all areas of life. Carnelian being an anchor stone, it will allow you to feel in the "here and now" in order to better understand the vagaries of life, and provide courage to move forward.
The 2nd Chakra is the Sacral Chakra, which is related to our sense of well-being and satisfaction. When balanced using Carnelian, communication is found to be more fluid and harmonious. Carnelian facilitates the connection with the Higher Self.
The 3rd Chakra is the Solar Plexus Chakra. The latter represents the center of personal identity, the will to take oneself in hand. Carnelian helps control personal power, gain confidence to grow and mature.
At physical level
Carnelian has healing, anti-haemorrhagic and anti-inflammatory properties. Increases fertility, overcomes frigidity and improves fertility. It treats problems related to the lower back, arthritis as well as neuralgia, lumbago and depression. Heals the kidneys, gallbladder, liver, spleen and genitals. Carnelian fights toxins in the body.
Maintenance
You can purify Carnelian by passing it under running water for a few minutes. Do not use salt.
A few hours in the sun, on an Amethyst or Quartz geode or on a Flower of Life will be effective in recharging it.
Synthesis
Anchor stone for dreamy and distracted people. It facilitates adaptation to new situations and stimulates concentration.