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For instance, Exodus 24:10: "And they saw the God of Israel, and there was under his feet as it were a paved work of a sapphire stone..." (KJV). The words used in the Latin Vulgate Bible in this citation are "''quasi opus lapidis sapphirini''", the terms for lapis lazuli. Modern translations of the Bible, such as the New Living Translation Second Edition, refer to lapis lazuli in most instances instead of sapphire. | For instance, Exodus 24:10: "And they saw the God of Israel, and there was under his feet as it were a paved work of a sapphire stone..." (KJV). The words used in the Latin Vulgate Bible in this citation are "''quasi opus lapidis sapphirini''", the terms for lapis lazuli. Modern translations of the Bible, such as the New Living Translation Second Edition, refer to lapis lazuli in most instances instead of sapphire. | ||
==Spiritual beliefs== | |||
Lapis is the stone of [[Kedemel]], the nocturnal [[Venus|venusian]] planetary spirit corresponding to the constellation [[Taurus]]. | |||
Lapis Lazuli was used by healers, priests, and royalty to stimulate psychic abilities and awaken their inner vision. It represents universal truth. Lapis quickly releases stress, allowing for peace and serenity. | |||
When placed over the Third Eye, it expands awareness and conscious attunement to the intuitive self. | |||
==In culture== | ==In culture== | ||