Jupiter Talismans

Jupiter Talismans
Planet to be strengthened: Jupiter (Brihaspati)
Cosmic color to be enhanced: Light blue
Recommended gemstone: Yellow sapphire (Pushparag)
Alternate gemstones: Yellow topaz, citrine or heliodor
Rudraksha:5 faced
Solar/Lunar metal to be used: Gold
Alternate metal: None
Herbal ashes to be used:Ficus Religiosa (Pippala-bhasma)
Cosmic number to be used:3
Hand to be worn on (if a ring): Right
Affected element:Ether
Affected sense: Sound
Affected bodily organ: Ears
Affected anatomical system: Fat
Affected chakra:Ajna
Day for invocation:Thursday
Time for invocation:One hour before sunset

Mantra of invocation:"Aum brim brihaspataye namah." (repeat 19 times)

Stotra of invocation:"Aum-devanam ca rishinam ca gurum-kanja nasam nibham, budhyi bhutam trilokesam
tam nctmami brihaspatim."

Astral Gemstone Talismans

Astral Gemstone Talismans

Acareful study of the foregoing information on the nature and cosmic influence of the 9 planets in sidereal astrology will provide a better understanding of the astral power each planet
exerts over the destiny of human beings. Furthermore, when one has determined through correct astrological calculations which planets exert the strongest influences over one's life, one can then manipulate these cosmic forces by the proper use of kavacas or astrological talismans.



Since ancient times sages and alchemists of the East have revealed the precise science relating the element of nature with the nine planets, as well as the proper method of combining these astral elements into powerful talismans. This information was originally derived from ancient Vedic texts,and it was from these Oriental sources that Western alchemists and astrologers derived their knowledge, most of which was kept secretly confined to the initiated higher circles.

It is stated in the SECRET TEACHINGS OF ALL AGES by Manley Hall that, "The rays of the
celestial bodies, striking the crystallizing influences of the lower world, become the various
elements. Partaking of the astral virtues of their source, these elements neutralize certain urini1anced forms of celestial activity and, when properly combined, contribute much to
the well-being of man."

The philosopher Agrippa has described in Three Books of Occult Philosophy the basic
preparation of astrological rings as follows: "When any star (planet) ascends fortunatly (i.e., located pram az5;c-cious position in the horoscope), with the fortunate aspect or conjunction of the Moon,we must take a stone and herb that is under that star, and make a ring of the metal that is suitable to this star, and in it fasten the stone, putting the herb or root under it, not omitting the inscriptions of images, names and characters, as also the proper suffumigations."

Although currently displaced by the meaningless system of birthstones described in Chapter II, the ture science of "planetary gemology" is still being practices by Asian (and some Western) astrologers.The ancient system of panca-amrita - the 5 immortal nectars, is based simply on the
proper combination of the planetary gemstone, metal, herb, symbol and number which
corresponds to the planet that is to be enhanced. The Vedic process of puja or invocation of the planetary energy by means of a mantra (sound invocation) and stotra (prayer) represents the 6th amrita whereby the mind uses special sound vibrations. After the talisman has been carefully prepared,one should first perform the appropriate rites of invocation & purification. On the appointed day and at the specified time one should immerse the gemstone-mounted talisman in either pure cow's milk (if available) or purified water; and while bathing it in sanctified incense smoke one should recite the mantra and stotra dedicated to the specific planet the appropriate number of times. Only then should one begin using their talisman.

On the following pages we have listed the necessary information and ingredients which are
relevant to the preparation and use of planetary kavacas or talismans. Ancient texts do recommend certain gemstone carat weight limitations, so it is important to realise that larger gems are . considered to be more powerful than smaller gems of the same fine quality. NOTE: For recommended gemstone color based on one's social-economic station refer to the previous chapter.

Gemstone Clarity

Gemstone Clarity
Here are ancient Vedic references from both the Garuda Puranam and the Agni Puranam v hich state emphatically that "flawed" gemstones are inauspicious, while "clean" gems are bringers of good fortune. Note: As they did not have high-powered microscopes in the ancient times it stands to reason that flawless means "eye-clean."

After 30 years of researching and experimenting with gemstones, it is our carefully considered _,pinion that the old Vedic texts are correct. Flawed gems are simply a source of misfortune, not to 3ention their being ugly! Think about it! How many people are prepared to tolerate "defects" in their clothing, or any other personal items which they possess. Even a single scratch on a nice automobile is an eye-sore, so why do people tolerate flawed gems? How can one read through cracked eye-glasses?

Think of a gemstone like a radio crystal. The crystal receives and transforms the invisible radio sound waves into audible sound. If the crystal is defective the sound will be distorted and unpleasant.

As stated before, gemstones are natural transmitters on Earth of Piezoelectric "astral" energy waves radiated from the Nava-graha or Nine planets recognized by the Vedic science of "sidereal" astrology. It is common sense that only "clean" gems will transmit "undisturbed" astral energy waves

At present, the gem trade has lost much of its integrity because of the widespread treatment of natural gems to conceal or "change" imperfections. Especially guilty are the emerald dealers who -oil" flawed gems as a routine procedure (the oil enters the gem through internal cracks which break the surface of the stone). The gold smith (and the owner) are unaware of the defective condition which often results in broken stones. Even if the stones make it past the setter, the oil will dry out in a few years and the "ugly" flaws will again become visible. This confuses the owner who may even think that the stone has been switched.

There ARE eye-clean, beautiful emeralds on this planet but they are scarce and costly. If one cannot afford the cost of an auspicious emerald then one can opt for an upa-ratna or "secondary gem." In place of emerald for the planet Mercury (Budha gnaha) one could use tsavorite (green grossularite), chrome-green or green tourmaline, chrome-green or green diopside, green peridot or greenjade. Jade, being an "aggregate" (made up of tiny crystals all fused together) is less preferable than the other Mercury gems which are "single unit" crystals.

Along with the Navaratna or nine "primary" gems, there are many other "natural" gemstone choices based on color. These "upa-ratnas" are less expensive than their precious counterparts and yet they conduct the same astral energy of their associated planet. They are
also easier to find without flaws or treatment.





Here is a list of the foremost upa-ratnas known to man, along with their ruling planets:
1) Red spinel, red garnet and red tourmaline (rubellite) are ruled by the Sun;

2) Moonstone and white coral are ruled by the Moon;

3) Yellow topaz, yellow beryl, yellow tourmaline and natural citrine are ruled by
Jupiter;

4) Orange zircon, spessartite and other orange garnets are ruled by Rahu;

5) Tsavorite, green tourmaline, diopside, peridot and green jadeite are ruled by
Mercury;

6) White (colorless) sapphire, white topaz, zircon and quartz are ruled by Venus;

7) Beryl, apatite and tourmaline cat's eyes are ruled by Ketu;

8) Blue spinel, iolite, blue tourmaline and amethyst are ruled by Saturn;

9) Carnelian and bloodstone are ruled by Mars

REMEMBER: Whatever gem(s) you use should be flawless, because according to ancient Vedic wisdom only "eye-clean" gems are helpful and attractive, while visibly flawed gems are defective and disturbing!

Having described in brief the individual nature and powers of the nine planetary gemstones along with the upa-ratnas (semiprecious gems), we will now elaborate on their preparation and use as astrological talismans.

Gemstone Powers

"The Sun manifests his brilliance in a ruby although it is aged."

The astrological & piezoelectric powers of gemstones are derived from the special cosmic influences of their associated ruling planets. The term "planet" used in Sidereal astrology refers to a celestial body or "point" which has the property of attraction & radiation. Hence the Sun (a star), the Moon i a satellite of the Earth), and Rahu and Ketu (two points of concourse of orbits of the Earth and the Moon) are referred to under the somewhat forced name of "planets." Uranus, Neptune, Pluto, and a host of others are considered to have no effect on human affairs.

These move in the heavens with ranging velocities influenced by other forces. Prof. B. Suryanarain Rao states that "Men are continuously subjected to the influences of Planetary rays."

These planetary rays are radiated as gravitational, electrical and magnetic energy fields which are transmitted as peizoelectric light waves. These light waves can be measured from their smallest part as fractional parts of a millionth of an inch, to ones which are millions miles in length. Each of the nine planets (nava-graha ) influences us according to it's nature. Therefore, knowledge of these planetary influences is essential to any understanding of gemstones and their powers.




The ancient gemological texts of India explain that white light is actually composed of seven primary and two secondary colors blended together. The seven colors are red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet; the other two colors are ultra-violet and infra-red. The seven primary colors become visible in the form of a rainbow whenever white light is diffracted through a prism or rain drops; but the two secondary colors always remain invisible.
The nine planets and their cosmic colors and these nine colors are understood to be the cosmic matrix and very essence of the nine planets; and it is through these colors that the planets radiate their energy and influence. When the visible colored-light waves are measured, infra-red exhibits the longest wave length and ultra-violet, the shortest. It is important to note that the wave length of colored-light emanating from the nine planets is believed to match those radiating from each planet's corresponding gemstone(s). For example, the wave length of light emanating from the Sun is identical to that exhibited by a ruby—both are red.

Among all the elements in nature, natural jewels constitute the most condensed form of concentrated color. Gems provide an inexhaustible source of cosmic color rays. These planetary gemstone colors are described in this chapter under their ruling planet. The following pages list the special influences exerted on human affairs by each of the nine planets along with the particular powers ascribed to their corresponding gemstones. Nava Graha, the Nine astrologically important planets are deified here as depicted in ancient Hindu legends, with their Sanskrit names. It is these hierarchy who rule the Nine Gems on Earth