Lapis Lazuli: The Power Stone in Heaven and Earth

Lapis Lazuli leads to controversy

Lapis Lazuli is considered a powerful healing stone and is listed in the Bible with other gemstones. Some theorize based on the Book of Enoch that fallen angels gave man forbidden knowledge, but I don't know if the use of gemstones is included.

The Bible tells us that God said all that He created is good. This remains true even when people misuse His treasures for the wrong purpose. Lapis Lulazuli is also used in rituals involving the moon to obtain power, leading some to be cautious about utilizing anything outside of prayer and traditional medicine.

Lapis lazuli in ancient times

During Biblical times, this gem was considered to be a sapphire, but today there are differences noted between the two. Both are blue in hue, but the lapis is sprinkled with pyrites that shine and give the appearance of a "dew of gold".

The stone today known as the blue corundum variety sapphire is not the same as lapis lazuli. The Bible tells us in Exodus 28:18 that the breastplate of the high priest Aaron was encrusted with 12 precious stones. The center gem in the second row is lapis lazuli.

There have also been stories over the centuries that King Solomon possessed a gold ring made with a lapis lazuli stone that he used to subdue demons. Why, I wonder, would the wisest man in the world, who had the favor of God, seek help from demons?

The benefits of lapis lazuli

Lapis lazuli is a rich, deep-blue metamorphic rock used as a semi-precious stone. It is beautiful and has been highly valued for its intense color since antiquity. Some say it is the hue of the throne of heaven, while others compare it to the vast blue of the sea. This stone hails from Afghanistan and was mined in Badakhshan and Shrtugai as early as the 7th Century BC.

Uses for Lapis Lazuli

Small quantities of this precious treasure are mined in the United States, Pakistan, Italy, Canada, and Mongolia. There are reports that this stone can heal sickness, reduce stress, and heal those who have experienced a traumatic brain injury.

Exodus 28:18 describes the armor of the high priest, and the middle jewel in the second row is referred to as “Sappiyr” (Hebrew), according to Strong's concordance #H5601. Strong translates this as “Sapphire”, but according to Nammu.com, other versions of scripture (the BDB lexicon is one) indicate that this may also be translated as lapis lazuli.

Were the Ten Commandments written on Lapis tablets?

The books of Judaism, the Mishnah and the Talmud teach that the Ten Commandments were written on stone tablets made from sapphire, which translates as lapis lazuli.

This gemstone was also utilized by royalty in the past because o it's beauty and the expense of owning it. Perhaps this is why the color is considered to be royal blue.

Today, anyone can purchase various pieces of jewelry made with this Biblical treasure. I have not yet experienced any healing power just by owning items of lapis but they sure are beautiful to gaze at.