Ruby Stone (manik) Benefits
Ruby is a gemstone that is ruled by Sun and ruby is worn to make the Sun strong in our horoscope as it draws inspiration from Sun. The sun holds a crucial status amongst the Navgraha (nine planets). Sun is the main source of energy and is soul of our solar system. Before wearing a ruby gemstone one must properly consult a god astrologer since it can have positive and negative effect depending upon the position of the sun in birth chart. Gem Purity and Mythological Evidences Ruby is popular with its name Manik or Manikya in India. Ruby is one of the main gemstone among the nine gems ( Navratna ). Ruby comes in various colors and shapes. The quality of a ruby is determined by its color, cut and clarity. The brightest and most valuable rubies are ‘ pigeon blood ’. Ruby is a birthstone for July. A natural ruby gemstone should be free from flaws such as dark spots, impurities, webs, sandy appearance. Phrase (chapter 2, verse 21, Page 35-36) from Parichad Jataka des