Understanding gemstone of Ketu, Cat’s Eye gemstone
Cat’s Eye originates from Beryllium Aluminate, the Chrysoberyl family. It is among the vital stones suggested by Vedic astrologers. In Vedic astrology, Cat’s Eye in Hindi is also called Lehsunia, or Vaiduria. This gemstone represents Ketu and is therefore meant to either strengthen or pacify the effects of ketu in one’s horoscope.
Meaning of Cat’s Eye
This gem is primarily a mineral oxide from the family mentioned above. Scientifically, this gemstone is known as Cymophane. Appearing translucent yellow chatoyant, it is known majorly because it has a distinct feature, Chatoyancy. This feature makes it possible for us to see a green band of silky light running through this gemstone. This unique phenomenon reflected in Cat’s Eye is called Milk and Honey Effect. On the naked eyes, this appears to give a glow of sharp milky appearance running through a background that looks like the translucent honey.
Pure Cat’s Eye
Lehsunia is a significant Vedic gemstone that can be purchased from online or offline stores or directly from the suppliers. However, due diligence must be taken while you go to buy. Here is everything you must know before you buy original cat’s eye Lehsunia.
ü Appearance- This stone gets its strength from chatoyance’s brilliance and straightness as well as its smoothness. It reflects or emits light in three streaks and this appears to be in high specific gravity. Dullness in appearance can bring dangerous and negative impact on one’s health and life. Flaws like dullness should be completely eliminated.
ü Shape and cut- Another important factor that determines the quality is its shape and cut. A cracked cat’s eye is a complete no because this can bring injuries in life and most of these will arise from edged weapons. Also, the gemstone should be completely devoid of cobwebs since this can lead to imprisonment in life. When you go to buy Lehsunia, you must observe that there are o holes in it. Dents and holes in the gemstone lead to stomach diseases. Uneven shape, five bands of light and flat looking should also be completely avoided.
ü Colours and Shades- Due importance must be given to the colour and shape. Because of its composition, you may find this gemstone in different colours, most of which range from brown to yellow. There are also green shades available in Lehsunia cat’s eye. Your astrologer will suggest the colour depending upon the native and problem discussed. You must wear the colour suggested by your astrologer only. There can mainly be two suggested colours, viz. Dhoom Ketu and Kanak Ketu. In the former scenario, an astrologer can suggest smokey gray or milky colour, while in the latter, one may be suggested green or yellow colour cat’s eye.
ü Clarity- As mentioned above, this stone isn’t absolutely clear, but appears to be translucent and has milk and honey effect. Clarity is among important aspects that determine the quality of this gemstone.
ü Weight- It is yet another aspect which you must consider before you buy Cat’s Eye. Again, you must wear the gemstone after recommendation for best results. Change in weight or buying it as per the suggestion of your jeweller should be completely avoided.
There are so many other significant attributes which must be observed when you buy it.
Astrological benefits of Cat’s Eye gemstone
Power of Lehsunia comes from a significant planet in astrology, i.e., ketu. This is a spiritual planet and can work wonders for the ones in whose favour it remains. This stone is suggested to those individuals where there is a need to pacify the effects of Ketu. Here are some of the benefits.
¯ Brings immense wealth to the wearer
¯ Protects from evil and envy of people
¯ Considered as a good luck charm
¯ Brings discipline and self control in the life of wearer
¯ Impacts the thinking of wearer and helps in being more liberal
¯ Helps in detaching from materialistic things
¯ Nullifies the malefic effects of Ketu in horoscope
¯ Helps in curing diseases like joints, knee and legs pain
¯ Helps get relief from diseases like small pox, pimples, heart ailments, boils, ring worm and spine problems
¯ Helps in treating back ache, paralysis, apoplexy and leukemia
Cat’s eye Lehsunia benefits for Speculative activities
It is generally a strong and powerful gemstone that is tried and tested for bringing sudden effects. As suggested by your astrologer, you must first try wearing this gemstone through tenure of trial period before you actually buy Cat’s Eye gem. It is quite interesting to note that Lehsunia can bring back lost wealth and fortune to individuals. It is thus a favorite gemstone and a popular one among those who are involved in speculative activities, such as putting money in horse racing, gambling, chance games, adventure professions, dangerous professions or share market.
One must note that Cat’s Eye isn’t suggested for the entire life, but only through the sub-period or period operating.
Taking Care
Caring for precious gemstones is important so as to ensure that its effects remain constant throughout the time you are wearing it. Even though Lehsunia is a much more sturdy and durable product that doesn’t chip off or scratch easily, yet it comes with rarity and high value. That is why; it must be cleaned and maintained on regular basis.
Clean Cat’s Eye with soapy warm water using a very soft brush. Try not to keep the stone exposed for long to steam cleaners, ultrasonic cleaners, household chemicals and heat. Because the price is generally high, therefore one must take good care of this stone.
Purifying Cat’s Eye before wearing it
Before wearing, it is recommended that you ask your Vedic astrologer regarding how it should be worn and on which day. Energisation and purification of Lehsunia is important before you wear it. This can clean any negative or wrong energies attached to the gemstone already. Vedic procedures and mantras can help you do so. These processes of purification and energisation must be practiced only by a professional astrologer. Normally, this gemstone is worn on Saturday and in the morning after it is duly purified and energised. Lehsunia in which finger is the question that most of the wearers ask. You can consult your vedic astrologer regarding the finger should be worn. Usually, it must be worn on middle finger or ring finger of your karm hand or working hand.
Ketu mantra for wearing Cat’s Eye
“AUM KETAVE NAMAH” is the mantra for wearing cat’s eye stone. It must be chanted 108 times or more before wearing the gemstone.
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