Sri Garuda Puranam

Home About Contact Privacy Policy Disclaimer   💠 The Origin and Classification of Gems in Garuda Purana: Where Divine Jewels Are Born The Garuda Purana doesn’t merely describe the astrological use of gemstones—it also delves into their origins , natural sources , and classification . It treats gems as sacred beings born of divine and elemental forces, each imbued with specific vibrational qualities. According to Ratna Shastra , gemstones are more than minerals or crystals—they are frozen cosmic energy , created from the elements of earth, fire, water, sky, and light , and influenced by planetary rays. 🌍 The Origin of Gems in Vedic Tradition 📜 Mythological Origins The Garuda Purana , along with other Vedic texts like the Agni Purana and Brihat Samhita , describes three main mythological sources of gemstones: From the Churning of the Ocean (Samudra Manthan) During the cosmic event where Devas and Asuras churned the Ksheera Sagara (ocean of milk) , ...