Blue Sapphire/Neelam

Saturn’s Gem Stone Blue sapphires (Neelam) – Gem Therapy

Gemstones attract everybody by their beauty, color and design. Since ancient times, they have been utilized by the people for various purposes.
But, they have also been associated with rumors and myths.
Vedic astrology has provided us with the remedies of wearing the gemstones to overcome the inauspicious influence of malefic yoga formed in the birth chart.

The gemstone of Saturn is blue sapphire. In this article, we will explore some facts about blue sapphire.

Gemstones attract everybody by their beauty, color and design. Since ancient times, they have been utilized by the people for various purposes. But, they have also been associated with rumors and myths. Vedic astrology has provided us with the remedies of wearing the gemstones to overcome the inauspicious influence of malefic yoga formed in the birth chart. The gemstone of Saturn is blue sapphire. In this article, we will explore some facts about blue sapphire.

Gem Therapy - Effects of Blue Sapphire - Neelam

Blue sapphire is worn to get auspicious results from Saturn. Blue Sapphire is the only stone which has the capability to give its results even if a person looks at it. Therefore, this gemstone should be worn carefully.

Gem Therapy - Precautions for Wearing Blue Sapphire - Neelam

The influence of blue sapphire starts as soon as a person wears it. Therefore, if the person is getting following results after wearing this gemstone then he should take it out:
It should be taken out if the person is having pain in his eyes or catch any skin infection.
It should not be worn if the person is getting nightmares every night.
It should also be taken out if the person meets an accident.


Two Types of Blue Sapphire - Neelam

Jalneel and Indraneel are the two varieties of blue sapphire. It is known by different names in different languages such as in Sanskrit, it is known as Neelmani or Indramani and Trishagrahi. In Farsi, it is called Nilambil, Yakult and Kabud. In Hindi, it is called Neelam.


Gem Therapy - Benefits of Blue Sapphire - Neelam

This gemstone increases the power of understanding. The person works sensibly and has a deep thinking. This gemstone gives ability to do justice and increases stamina of the person.

Yogas for Wearing Blue Sapphire - Neelam

If Saturn is the yogakarak planet in the birth chart.

If Mahadasha of Saturn is running in the person’s birth chart.
If Saturn is the ascendant lord and auspicious for the person born in the Capricorn and Aquarius Ascendant.

Substitutes of Blue Sapphire

There are two substitutes of blue sapphire: Liliya and Jamuniya.

Gem Therapy - Harmful Effects of Blue Sapphire - Neelam

 If Sapphire or any other stone is not in a good condition, it may cause harm rather than benefits. Therefore, Sapphire should not be taken in following conditions:

If Sapphire is white in color, it may prove harmful for family and wealth.
If Sapphire has white lines, it may affect the longevity of the person.
If there is any cut on sapphire stone, the wealth of the person may get affected.
If there is no shine in Sapphire stone, it may be harmful for relatives and friends.
If there are gridlines on sapphire stone, it may increase health problems of the person.

Gem Therapy - Health Benefits of Blue Sapphire - Neelam

According to Ayurveda, blue sapphire helps cure the diseases of gall bladder, throat and intestine. It is also useful to cure heart problems, asthma and leprosy. Put blue sapphire and Kevara in water and use this water for washing your eyes. It will be beneficial to cure diseases such as blurred vision, cataract, weak eyesight and eyesore.