Jade Stone Meaning - (Ultimate Good Luck Charm?)

This article will dig into jade stone meaning, uses and benefits.

The abundance stone.

Because Jade is a hard rock it is great for tools like axe heads and knives which are easy to polish and to keep sharp. Legend is that the Storm God created axes of jade from a rainbow and placed them on the earth for humans to find and use.  Some stories indicate that the breast plate of Aaron, a high priest in the Old Testament, was decorated with Jade.

Jade is used extensively in China where it has been carved into beads, burial artifacts, incense burners, gems, musical instruments, vessels, and pendants.  The Chinese people believe it has the power to bring health and prosperity as well as protection from evil spirits. In the ancient Chinese culture, jade was considered to be a symbol of purity, wisdom and good fortune.

Jade crystals have been mined for thousands of years. Ancient artifacts and deity masks were made from jade earth stone in Central America, New Zealand, Mexico, and South America.

Jade is known to have powerful healing properties and is considered as an abundance stone and a noble stone.

Jade is one of the most popular gemstones in the world because of its many positive qualities.  It has been used for thousands of years to promote good fortune, good health, and protection.

This green gemstone is widely considered a useful dream stone.

Two types of Jade.

Both jadeite and nephrite jade are popular in China. The best way to distinguish between Nephrite and Jadeite is through a "chime test". When tapped with a chime, Nephrite will let out a musical tone while Jadeite will not.

Nephrite Jade.  There are two types of Jade minerals, the first being Nephrite which is calcium-magnesium silicate. Known as "Chinese jade" It is usually white or light green in color, but can also be found with other colors such as red, brown, black and lavender.

Nephrite jade is often found in New Zealand, but it is also found in Australia, Canada, China, Italy, Russia, Taiwan, the USA, and Zimbabwe.  Siberian (Russian) nephrite has a dark green hue, and is is the most expensive nephrite.

Jadeite Jade. The second jade mineral is Jadeite, which is a sodium-aluminum silicate. Jadeite has more a vivid color, but has a dull and waxy appearance. It is most commonly green, but it can also be white, orange, yellow, grey, black, and lavender

Jadeite deposits are found in Costa Rica, Guatemala, Mexico, Myanmar (Burma), Japan and the United States. Myanmar's highest grade of jade is called Burmese Jadeite and is considered the best quality.

Jade stone benefits.

Jade is an earth stone that nurtures chi energy. It has a strong connection to nature and can be an incredible ally for understanding and integrating nature energy into the energetic field.

Jade is a color in the green spectrum, and it represents growth, vitality, abundance and prosperity. Money doesn’t guarantee happiness, and Jade energy isn't about money; it's about the ability to thrive, flourish, and improve in all areas of life.

Jade is considered a great healer for the heart. When held or kept near the heart , its energies can be felt nurturing nurturing replenishing healing and supporting. This energy can expand throughout the body bringing physical emotional and spiritual healing.

This stone is popular in Chinese medicine, where it's known as an immortality-sparking gem. This stone represents spiritual truths and realities and helps uncover life purpose.

Jade stone can invite wisdom to move beyond limiting beliefs and help show that anything is possible. It has been known to bring about emotional healing.

Jade is used to protect children from harm and aids in maintaining purity and serenity.  It has an association with childhood and considered to have an emotional healing properties that help connect with the inner child.

When recovering from physical injuries, it is recommended to wear or keep jade nearby because it is said to facilitate repair of bodily damage.  Keeping Jade at the bedside can facilitate a four and harmonious recovery.

Jade for body mind and spirit

Jade can bring the mind, body and spirit into harmony.  It is used as a protective talisman to ward off negative energies and bring peace to the area where it is placed.

Body

Jade is a cleaning stone that can improve our physical well-being. Imperial Jade is particularly useful in healing after plastic surgery or reconstructive surgery. It is a recovery stone which can help speed up recovery from and injury, surgery, or prolonged illness.

The stone is used to help with sleep disorders, digestive issues, kidney problems, and menstrual cramps.  It is sometimes referred to as the “spleen stone” because of its recognized benefits to the spleen.

Jade is supportive of the joints (particularly the hips) and is a strengthener of the skeletal system.

Mind (& Emotion)

Jade is a very calming stone that helps stabilize the personality balancing yin and yang energies. It can help when feeling overwhelmed and in dealing with difficult situations.

Spirit - relationships, wealth & prosperity

Jade represents the flow of Divine energy into life. It is said to bring happiness and abundance to business and family relationships. It acts as a reminder to share the heart with others in affirmations of plenty.

Wearing Jade

Wearing jade can be a reminder to live in a state of prosperity and abundance. Green jade is best worn around the heart because it has a resonant vibration with the heart chakra (more on that below).

‍The Chinese advise that jade needs to be displayed. When locked away in a drawer or a box, it could turn white and lose its power. If Jade becomes chipped, it is said to have absorbed an attack, and if it becomes cloudy or dull, it is thought to have absorbed negative energy.

Carrying a piece of Jade in a purse or pocket is another way to capture its benefits. Holding the stone in one hand while closing the eyes is one method of embracing the stone’s good fortune and happiness energy.

For manifesting wealth, place it in an office, near a workspace or anywhere that is symbolic of wealth and success. It can be placed on an altar, or on top of a business card or other business document. Some people write down intention and goals and then place a Jade stone on top.

Jade at Home and Work

Incorporating Jade into a work or living space can serve as a continual reminder that life is abundant and prosperous.

Jade at Home. Because jade is associated with good fortune and wealth, many civilizations have used it as a decorative item in their homes. It was considered a good luck charm. Placing jade in the home can help create a clear environment and foster the flow of positive energy. Jade, being associated with purity, can bring a sense of peace and harmony to the atmosphere.

Jade at Work.  Jade stone draws vibrations of prosperity, knowledge, and peace and stimulates the flow of positive energy. This energy can be the perfect companion to the workplace and work environment. Jade in the workspace can be a reminder to stay focused and make smart decisions, and it can provide consistent support in work endeavors.

Meditating with Jade

An excellent stone for connecting to the spiritual world, the mystical powers of jade cna be an enhancement to meditation.

Focusing the minds eye on the jade energy which can be accomplished by holding the stone in on or both hands. Visualize thoughts draining away through the hands and feet into the jade stones which transforms them into harmless energy.

Business. Some meditate with jade before business meetings or when experiencing money issues. It acts as like a financial counselor and partner that guides choices and decisions.

Angels and Spirit Guides. Jade (lavender jade especially) can help connect with spirit guides and guardian angels. Place a piece of jade, often blue jade, on or near the brow and call upon your beings of light, guardian angels, and any higher power guides. Ask any specific questions telepathically to the Universe observe the response that comes back - which might be in the moment or at a later time.

Jade crystal therapy

Jade can be used in physical therapy, energy healing, and chakra balancing.  Jade crystal healing therapy is a non-invasive technique using vibrational energy to clear the energy field around the body. The goal is to release unwanted thoughts and emotional patterns and amplify positive energies.

The process supports healing at all levels: body, mind and spirit. A therapist might use a jade wand or stone over energy centers and parts of the body. Jade has the potential to balance and clarify, and using jade in treatments could help eliminate toxins and repair organs.

Jade in beauty care.  Jade also has some surprising uses like cosmetic treatments - including facials and other skin care treatments. The possibility that jade stone can slow down the aging process makes it desirable for use in beauty treatments.

A jade roller can be used on the skin can reduce puffiness, drain the lymphatic system, and increase blood circulation. Jade can reduce tension in the facial muscles and diminish fine lines and wrinkles.

Jade Stone can be placed in in a bottle of essential oil infused water. It is intended to capture the energy of Jade and spray it into the air and onto the body.

Colors of Jade

The range of jade qualities can be found in each and every specimen, however, certain colors are identified with particular qualities.  For example the darker green colors of jade tend to be associated with centering and grounding, while lighter and paler green jade varieties are associated with balance.

Jade stones also comes in a variety of colors, shapes and sizes.  Green Jade is often carved into complex designs.

Jade as a Zodiac stone

Jade is the gemstone for the birth signs of Libra (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22) and Taurus (Apr. 20 - May 20).

Libra is associated with balance and jade can be an aid to maintain balance in life.

Taurus is an earth sign, so the grounding aspects of green jade can be attractive to this sign.

Jade and the chakras

This powerful gemstone aligns its vibrations with heart and is associated with Heart Chakra healing.

The Heart (4th) Chakra, located at the breast plate, encompasses innate abilities of love and compassion. The heart chakra is indicated with the color green so it has a natural connection jade healing properties.

Placing or keeping jade on this chakra can bring greater connection to and activation of the heart’s energy. Patience is encouraged with jade because it can take time to release the older and deeper heart sufferings and trigger emotional healing.

A balanced Heart chakra can support living with kindness, gratitude, and joy.

Protecting jade

Jade is a hard, metamorphic rock and it can take quite a lot of wear.  However, It can crack, so be careful and mindful of this before engaging in any activity that could damage the stone.

Avoid contact with cleaning products and chemicals. Bath products other than soap could be damaging to the stone, so it's best to be careful in the bathroom as well.

Cleaning Jade - physically

A simple way to cleanse jade it is to hold it under cold running water for about a minute.  A soft cloth can be used to keep the stone shiny and polished.

Cleansing Jade - spiritually

How to cleanse, charge and program Jade. Cleansing a stone is intended to keep it free and clear of any negative energy, while charging and programming a stone involve actively placing energy into the stone. Cleansing a crystal is usually the first part of the charging ritual.

Cleanse.  Jade can be easily cleaned with water so it's possible to cleanse it spiritually at the same time. The difference would be intention.

Cleansing a stone is meant to remove any negative accumulated energies inside the stone. Water baths, smudging, visualization and crystal tuning forks are great ways to cleanse.

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Charge.  Charging jade involves applying a specific intention to the stone by sending a vibration into the stone using meditation, sound or visualization.

Program.  Some people like to program the jade with specific intentions and mantras.  This can be done by repeating an affirmation and picturing it entering the stone or vice versa. The stone could be held and used as a trigger and a reminder of the affirmation.  A sample affirmation could be: “I am prosperous and happy.”  Any information of your choice choice can be used.

Authenticity of Jade

It is possible to produce synthetic versions of jade. Therefore, it can be important to understand the differences between real and faked specimens. Sometimes even experts have been fooled by quality reproductions. Other earth stones and crystals are sometimes used in place of Jade and sold as if they are Jade.

The most common way to manufacture Jade is with glass.   Can’t be sure whether a Jade has been treated or not just by looking at it.  Green stones like aventurine, malachite, soapstone, and some jaspers have been used to create false versions of jade. These stones and crystals have great properties in their own right, however the fraudulent practice of substitution for profit is something of which to be aware.

It’s best to get a laboratory report if you’re making a major Jade purchase. When purchasing jade, it's important to buy from a reliable dealer with a solid return policy.

Where to purchase Jade

Jade jewelry and stones can be found many places online. Links to some good sources are sprinkled throughout the article, but we have listed a some solid sellers here:

Conscious Items - carries numerous stones and jewelry.  A great option for small items and crystal combination kits.

Ross Simons  - offers some quality jade jewelry specimens in their amazon store.

Jade can be purchased from online and local stores. Events and expos held throughout the year can be great places to find quality specimens.

Summary

Linked with good fortune, ancient wisdom, and the energy of abundance, the Jade crystal is a lucky stone with numerous metaphysical healing properties.   Jade represents vitality, growth and support for those who want to achieve mental clarity.

Wearing a jade pendant that sits close to the heart chakra can help maintain a balanced heart and mind connection.

Jade is a dream stone, so keeping it near the bed or under a pillow can enhance dreams and their meanings.

Beyond Jade

Many things that may have been ignored and taken for granted may be found to have much higher purposes and significant potential benefits in our lives. In that light, it's quite possible that the balance of yin and yang energies in this sacred and powerful healing stone are just beginning to be understood.

Humanity is awakening to higher levels understanding and new realizations every day. The more we learn from our research into crystals and natural healing energies the more fascinated we become. It is likely that new healing properties of jade may be discovered in the near future. Stay tuned.

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