APATITE is a calcium phosphate mineral with a hardness of 5. Its crystal system is hexagonal (trigonal). It is found in Brazil, Burma, Madagascar, Sri Lanka, India, Mexico, Greenland, Canada and the USA. Its name is derived from a Greek word meaning ‘to deceive.’ This is because of the variety of colours and formations in which this stone occurs, making it easy to mistake it for other minerals. It can be yellow, blue, green, brown, grey or colourless. The largest known Apatite deposit is in Kirowsk, Russia. Large individual crystals of up to 200 kilograms are found in Renfrew. Ontario, Canada.
The Apatite stones used for metaphysical purposes are primarily the higher-quality, attractively formed crystal in blue, green and gold.
ROBERT SIMMONS Blue Apatite is a cleansing influence on the auric field, especially in the mental body – the vibratory level associated with psychic perception and paranormal abilities. It is stimulating to visionary states and is a good stone to keep in one’s pillowcase for lucid dreaming and astral travel. Blue Apatite can enhance one’s experience of ‘vertical vision,’ in which one is able to see multiple levels of consciousness operating harmoniously and simultaneously. It is a stone of inspiration, capable of making one more susceptible to the ‘aha experience’ in which one has an instant of understanding, which crystallizes the answer to long-standing problems or questions. Its vibration attacks the ‘blue beings’ of the supernal regions – whether they be ETS, guides or godlike entities such as Krishna – and it allows one to commune with them.
NAISHA AHSIAN Blue Apatite is a Wind element stone that has its energetic focus on clearing and stimulating the third-eye chakra, stimulating inner vision and enhancing psychic ability. It is a particularly strong stone to use in past-live or alternate-life work, due to its ability to lend access to the energy levels where the Akashic records and one’s own soul patterns exist. It can help one connect with spiritual guidance about how the information from other lives can best used in this life.
Because of its ability to help one access past-life information, Blue Apatite can assist one in understanding any karmic influences contributing to one’s current reality. This stone is particularly good at pointing out karmic roots for physical imbalances and medical conditions. Blue Apatite is stimulating to the mind and can enhance general mental function and clarity. Used in the dream state it allows one to find creative solutions to seemingly unsolvable problems. It uplifts the spirits and lends a positive outlook and a hopeful attitude.
SPIRITUAL In addition to its applications for exploring other lives and their karmic patterns. Blue Apatite can be used as a dream stone, accessing the subconscious for creative problem solving.
EMOTINAL Blue Apatite has a very uplifting energy. It can help one gain a higher perspective on situations, so one does not become mired in emotional response. It can be helpful for those who have fear of heights or fear of falling due to past-life experiences.
PHYSICAL Blue Apatite can be used to soothe headaches and to stimulate eyesight. It is particularly good for eye problems rooted in lack of eye movement, such as declining eyesight from extensive computer work. It can also help those who experience vertigo or dizziness.
AFFIRMATION I open my inner eyes to the realms of hidden knowledge.
From 'The Book of Stones' by Robert Simmons & Naisha Ahsian.