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Folk Names: |
Magnetite, magnet, way stone, Magnetis (ancient Greek), loadstone, Shadanu Sabitu (ancient Assyrian), Heraclean stone, pierdra mman (contemporary Spanish) |
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Energy: |
Receptive |
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Planet: |
Venus |
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Element: |
Water |
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Associated Herbs: |
Sandalwood, rose, yarrow, lavender |
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Associated Star: |
Polaris (the North Star) |
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Associated Stone: |
Coral |
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Associated Metals: |
Iron, Copper, Silver, Gold |
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Powers: |
Power, healing, attraction, friendship, love, fidelity, male sexual dysfunction, will, protection, business, money, games of chance |
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Occult Nature: |
Because of its magnetic attraction, many people associate it with the drawing of desired things. Yet reverse magnetism must be considered, and therefore it can repel as well. Some occultists color their lodestone in a symbolic manner in order to influence corresponding situations. |
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Magical Uses: |
- Power stone used to strengthen spells.
- Used in rituals to empower magick.
- Used to draw energy to it's user.
- Used for success in all undertakings.
- Used to draw pain and disease out of the body.
- Used as a focussing device for energy.
- Effective in treating rheumatism and arthritis as well as healing wounds.
- Sharpens the eyesight.
- Worn or carried to attract friendship.
- Used to attract love or in love spells and rituals.
- Used to smooth over troubles in relationships.
- Worn to facilitate childbirth.
- Stimulates fidelity.
- Used to overcome impotency.
- Worn or placed in the home as a protective amulet.
- Worn or carried for good luck.
- Carried to guard against dangers from steel, lead, fire, and water.
- Used to increase ones personal empowerment and will power, to promote courage and steadfastness.
- Used to draw money or business success, and also used as a talisman for gambling.
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Green Lodestone |
Magical Property: Draws money, employment, strengthens loyalty, used in bindings |
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Red Lodestone |
Magical Property: Draws love, friendship, strengthens loyalty, used in bindings |