Gem therapy, or planetary gemology, dates back to ancient Indian, Greek, Egyptian, and Jewish cultures. Gems were worn for the potencies they imparted, not for their monetary value.

The “Vedas” contain in-depth descriptions and scientific information on gemstones, with specific details about various gems’ potencies, and their prescriptions for medical and astrological usage. In ancient cultures gems were the basis for directing the subtle forces of nature. Only in the west today does this seem to be “new age”.

Planetary gemology is based on the ancient system of Vedic Hindu) astrology, an extremely accurate system based on the fixed positions of stars and constellations. This system is very precise in determining strengths and weaknesses, and the direction of our destiny. The positions of the planets at the time of our birth reflect the karma that we bring with us into this life. They represent the multitude of energies in the universe, each planet controlling a different form of cosmic energy transmitted throughout the solar system. These transmissions of energy are responsible for formations of life on this planet, as well as our bodies and minds.

We understand the quality of this birth in the same way as the nature of a tree can be read from the seed of origin. This karma is what will determine how our lives will manifest. Planets’ positions show inherent strengths in certain areas of life, as well as weaknesses that may inhibit our growth and success in others. There is a system of remedial measures in vedic astrology that allow us to increase the energies vibrated from specific planets to balance and bring harmony into our lives. These are twofold… utilizing sound vibration as in the chanting of mantras, and increasing the vibrations of light, the basis for gemstone therapy.

Gemstones receive their potencies from the cosmic energies of different planets, thereby having different effects on the wearer. They are transmitters of electromagnetic energy. This is effected by absorption and reflection of light frequencies. The electromagnetic energy emanating from a gemstone reacts with the electromagnetic energy of the body to produce certain effects. Which gems should be used is determined through careful analysis of the astrological horoscope. Used properly they give a lift and great enhancement to living in many ways, physically, mentally, and spiritually.

Author's Bio: 

URL: www.vedicjewels.com
Born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Howard attended university majoring in philosophy and religion, and also gained a degree as a Graduate Gemologist from the Gemological Institute of America. Travelling to India on frequent pilgrimages Howard met his guru, who began to teach him the principles of yoga and vedic mysticism, finding him an eager and capable student.

Upon returning to live in the U.S., Howard entered the gemstone business, having been around this family trade all his life. He was also certified as a master appraiser of gems and is still a senior member of the National Association of Jewelry Appraisers. In the 1980’s Howard moved his business from Beverly Hills, California to Hawaii. There his very successful wholesale gem and jewelry showroom "Honolulu Gem Exchange" supplied precious gems and jewelry to the trade.

Howard is the author of "An Introduction to Vedic Astrology ... Spiritual Science of the Ancients", "Mantras, Yantras, and Fabulous Gems ... Healing Secrets of the Ancient Vedas" and his latest ground breaking work "Vibrational Healing with Gems". Between 1992 and 1998, Howard had a profound influence in establishing Vedic astrology in Europe and the U.K. In 1998 he and his wife returned to the U.S. to establish the Vedic Cultural Fellowship’s world headquarters in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and in 1999 they purchased and moved to their present location where is planned a vedic cultural and spiritual center of epic proportions. This, Howard says, is a project meant to become a beacon of Vedic knowledge and lifestyle for many generations to come.

He travels regularly for teaching and seeing private clients throughout the U.S., U.K., Europe and India, and has just recently established the Vedic Cultural Fellowship as a foundation/trust in India along with his fellow board members in that country. Phone: (847)680-0272