Myths Behind the Stones | Lapis Lazuli
“The stone that saw the secrets of the gods—and whispered them to queens.”
The Allure of Lapis Lazuli
Lapis Lazuli isn’t just a crystal—it’s a statement. Cloaked in deep celestial blue with flickers of gold like stars across a night sky, this ancient gem was once more precious than gold. It was carved into sacred amulets, crushed into the rarest of pigments, and placed in the tombs of pharaohs to guide their souls through the afterlife.
Wearing Lapis isn’t just accessorising—it’s aligning with wisdom, royalty, and the raw power of divine truth. She doesn’t whisper… she declares. And honey, she’s got stories.
The Myth, the Lore & the Legends
Lapis Lazuli is one of the most historically revered stones in the world. From Mesopotamian temples to the eye shadow palettes of Egyptian queens, this rich blue stone has carried meaning, magic, and mystery for over 6,500 years.
🐍 Ancient Egypt - Throne of the Gods
The Egyptians didn’t just love Lapis—they worshipped it. It was associated with Isis, goddess of magic and sacred femininity, and Maat, goddess of truth and cosmic order. High priests wore it during ceremonies, and it was used in funerary rituals to protect souls during their journey through the underworld.
Cleopatra famously wore Lapis Lazuli as eyeshadow—yes, actual ground-up Lapis—believing it connected her with the divine and enhanced her power. (And it’s said to have looked fabulous.)
Lapis was also embedded in scarabs, amulets, and the golden mask of King Tutankhamun, symbolising divine wisdom, protection, and eternal life.
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🗿 Mesopotamia - Stone of the Heavens
In the Sumerian city of Ur (circa 2900 BCE), Lapis was so prized it was reserved for royalty and priests. The Epic of Gilgamesh—one of the oldest known pieces of literature—references Lapis multiple times, including a throne said to be made entirely from the stone. It was believed to be a gift from the gods, a material with divine origin, used to communicate with the celestial realm.
Priests and priestesses wore Lapis to channel the gods, receive visions, and perform sacred rites.
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🪬 Persia & Islamic Tradition - Night Sky & Protection
The Persians called it “the stone of the heavens” for its resemblance to the starry sky. Lapis was believed to protect against the evil eye, boost wisdom, and bring deep peace. In Islamic culture, Lapis was sometimes inscribed with verses from the Qur’an and worn for spiritual strength and divine connection.
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🎨 Renaissance Europe - The Painter's Muse
Fast forward to the Renaissance, and Lapis was still the moment. European painters like Michelangelo and Vermeer crushed it into ultramarine pigment—the most expensive blue in the world—and reserved it for holy robes, angels, and the Virgin Mary. It was the colour of divinity, status, and enlightenment.
The Magic of Lapis Lazuli (and a Side of Science)
Key Vibes: Truth | Inner Power | Divine Wisdom
Chakras: Third Eye 👁 | Throat 🗣️
Element: Air
Zodiac Signs: Sagittarius, Libra, Virgo
Planet: Jupiter (big truth energy)
Lapis Lazuli is here to help you speak your truth, access your inner knowing, and cut through BS with the clarity of a queen holding court. It’s a stone of honest communication and bold insight—ideal for leaders, creatives, teachers, and seekers of any kind.
Use it to:
- Deepen meditation and spiritual connection
- Strengthen intuition and psychic abilities
- Break through mental blocks or self-doubt
- Call in confidence when using your voice or asserting boundaries
On a physical level, Lapis has been traditionally linked to throat and thyroid health, eye issues, and even the brain, thanks to its reputation for enhancing mental clarity.
“Lapis doesn’t whisper. She declares.”
🧪 Scientific Bit:
Lapis Lazuli is a metamorphic rock, composed mainly of lazurite, along with calcite, pyrite (those gold flecks), and sodalite. It gets its royal blue colouring from lazurite—a mineral so rare and vibrant, it was historically reserved for those with deep pockets and deeper power. While not technically a mineral in itself, Lapis is a glorious natural cocktail of sparkle and significance.
My Final Word
Lapis Lazuli is a stone for the ones who know—who feel the truth burning in their bones and won’t be silenced. It invites you to rise up, speak clearly, and live from your highest wisdom. When you wear it, you’re not just channelling Cleopatra—you’re remembering the part of you that’s always been royal.
Ready to stop playing small? Lapis is here for your rise.
💬 Affirmation
“I speak my truth with clarity, confidence, and calm.”
🔗 Suggested Pairing Stones
- Clear Quartz – To amplify truth and mental clarity
- Sodalite – For structured communication and insight
- Amethyst – To link intuition with spiritual guidance
- Black Tourmaline – To ground your words and protect your power
