Ruby Gemstone (Manik Gemstone)

Description

Ruby gemstone, also known as Manikya, is considered the king of all gemstones because of its strong energy and royal appearance. It belongs to the corundum family and is one of the hardest natural gemstones in the world, with a hardness level of 9 on the Mohs scale. This makes it very durable and long-lasting.

Although it may look soft and silky, Ruby is actually a very strong stone. It has a high density of 3.9 to 4.1 and a refractive index of 1.76 to 1.77, which gives it its bright sparkle and shine.

Ruby is mainly made of aluminum and oxygen, and its beautiful red color comes from small amounts of chromium and iron. It is usually found in deep red shades, but it can also appear in pink and purplish-red tones. The most valuable Ruby is the one with a pure, rich red color, which is considered highly lucky and powerful in astrology.

How to Identify a Real Ruby Gemstone

A genuine Ruby has the following qualities:

• Bright and natural shine
• Smooth but strong surface
• High weight and density
• Clear and transparent appearance (in good quality stones)
• Deep carmine, red color with slight blue or rich undertones
• Hard structure and brilliant glow
• Regular and well-formed shape

Astrological Importance of the Sun (Surya)

In Vedic astrology, Ruby is connected with the Sun (Surya), which is considered the most powerful planet. Scientifically, the Sun is the center of our solar system, and spiritually it represents energy, life force, and authority.

The Sun symbolizes:

• Kings and rulers
• Powerful and successful people
• Government officials
• Leaders, artists, and creative professionals

When the Sun is strong in a horoscope:

It gives:

• Leadership skills
• Confidence and strong willpower
• Fame, success, and recognition
• Intelligence and clarity
• Prosperity and authority
• Better understanding of life and spirituality

When the Sun is weak or negative:

It may lead to:

• Low confidence and struggles in life
• Financial difficulties
• Conflicts and emotional stress
• Health problems such as fever, blood pressure issues, digestion problems, skin disorders, and mental stress

Astrological Remedy

People suffering from weak Sun energy are often advised to:

• Observe fasting on Sundays
• Wear a high-quality Ruby gemstone

A good Ruby helps reduce negative Sun effects and increases positive energy, confidence, and success.

However, Ruby is not suitable for everyone, especially people with Virgo, Capricorn, or Pisces ascendants. For them, alternatives like Red Garnet or Golden Sunstone are recommended.

Benefits of Wearing Ruby Gemstone

Wearing Ruby can bring many positive changes in life:

• Builds courage, confidence, and leadership qualities
• Makes personality strong, attractive, and influential
• Helps gain respect from government and authority figures
• Supports success in politics, social work, and public fields
• Improves chances of government job opportunities
• Brings victory in competitions and challenges
• Helps achieve higher position and career growth
• Improves decision-making and mental clarity
• Removes confusion and past regrets
• Increases status, reputation, and social respect
• Boosts hard work, focus, and determination
• Enhances physical appearance and natural glow
• Strengthens relationships with father, boss, and authority figures
• Improves vitality, strength, and confidence
• Attracts wealth, luxury, and success
• Supports fame and recognition in career
• Helps in overcoming health issues like skin, eye, heart, nerve, and digestion problems (as per belief)
• Promotes overall progress and stability in life

How and Where to Wear Ruby

• Best metal: Gold or Gold + Copper mix
• Best finger: Ring finger (as it is linked to the Sun in palmistry)
• The back of the ring should be open, so the stone touches the skin

Other ways to use Ruby:

• Wear as a bracelet
• Wear as a pendant/necklace
• Keep in purse or pocket
• Keep under pillow or mattress

Ruby Mantra

Mantra:
“Om Hring Hamsah Suryaye Namah Aum”

It is traditionally recommended to chant this mantra 7,000 times to energize the gemstone.

How to Wear and Energize Ruby

For best results, Ruby is traditionally energized through rituals:

• Wear it during sunrise for maximum positive effect
• Best day: Sunday (also Monday or Tuesday can be used)
• Best nakshatras: Pushya, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Krittika
• Mount the stone in gold or gold-copper ring
• Keep the ring open at the back
• Before wearing, purify it with cow milk and holy water (Gangajal)
• Place it on a red cloth with Sun Yantra or Sun idol
• Worship with incense, flowers, and mantra chanting (108 times)
• After rituals, wear it on the ring finger at sunrise

Precautions for Ruby

• Remove Ruby before bathing
• Remove it before sleeping