Many stories about the origin of gemstones can be found in astrology and religious scriptures. In Agni Purana, the origin of gemstones has been associated with the killing of Vritrasur. In order to kill this demon, a weapon made of the bones of saint Dadhichi was used. Some parts of saint Dadhichi’s bones fell on earth when this weapon was being created. Diamond mines were formed wherever these parts fell.

According to another story, lord Vishnu incarnated as Vaman in order to kill the demon king, Bali. Lord Vishnu disguised himself as a saint and asked for a part of earth equivalent to three times the size of his foot. As a result, he acquired the whole earth, sky and underworld. It is believed that when king Bali touched Lord Vishnu’s feet, his body was transformed into gemstones. When lord Indra attacked Bali, the gemstones scattered all around the earth. As a result, mines were created at different places. It is believed that 84 different types of gemstones came into existence through king Bali’s body.

A similar story about Balasur is also famous about gemstones. According to Garud Purana, Balasur defeated lord Indra in a battle. Balasur was a demon, but he always kept his promises. He was also involved in donations and charities. Lord Indra disguised himself as a saint and asked for Balasur’s body for the purpose of a Yagya. When his body was burnt to ashes, mines were created at different places on earth wherever these ashes flew.

Another important story is also famous about the origin of gemstones. This story is related to the battle between the devas and the demons. During this battle, a lot of different things emerged from the sea. Out of these, there were 14 different types of gemstones. During the struggle for amrit (Holy water), some drops scattered throughout the earth. It is believed that mines were formed wherever these drops fell.

Reasons for wearing Gemstones

Gemstones are worn in order to free oneself from the current problems in life as well as to tackle the future difficult situations. A lot of doubts arise in our minds when we talk about gemstones. Some of the questions are related to the choice of gemstones, the ones which free you from all problems or whether you will get auspicious results or not. If you have all the information about your birth, then you may wear a gemstone based on the information given by your Janma Kundali. For example, if the ascendant or the lord of ascendant in your Kundali is weak, you may wear an appropriate gemstone in order to overcome the obstacles in your life.

You may even wear an appropriate gemstone if luck is not favoring you, an auspicious house is weak in your Kundali or the lords of the triad houses are weak. Wearing a gemstone strengthens the associated planet and it starts giving auspicious results.

It is necessary to know all the information regarding your birth. In such a situation, you may wear a gemstone related to the karak planet of the problem which you are facing. For example, if a woman is unable to conceive a child, she may wear a gemstone associated with Jupiter which is the karak planet for children. In the same way, a gemstone associated with Venus may be worn if your marriage is getting delayed.

Utility of Upratna in place of Gemstones (Ratna)

Upratna are visibly beautiful. They are less expensive than gemstones. Any average person can wear them. In Vedic astrology, Upratna are considered to be as important as gemstones. It is necessary to check its authenticity before wearing it. A lot of fakes made out of glass are available in the market these days. Wearing fake Upratna may give you inauspicious results. In modern times, many laboratories have been opened in order to check the authenticity of Upratna. These laboratories can easily make out the difference between fake and authentic Upratna. Wear a gemstone or Upratna only after getting it tested for its authenticity.

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