Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Spike Nard


Nardostachys jatamansi —distilled from the rhizome rootlets. earthy, harsh wood like smell that is slightly musty. One of the early aromatics used by the ancient Egyptians and is mentioned in the Bible in Song of Solomon and in the Book of John where Mary used it to anoint the feet of Jesus. Well known to be King Tutankhamen’s perfume, said to be worth its weight in gold. Closely related to Valerian. 


Considered Non-toxic, non-sensitizing, non-irritating at low doses.  


CHARACTER:  "Sacred Anointing", Balanced, Stable, Grounding, Spiritual Humility. Spikenard carries strong Biblical symbolism (anointing oil, reverence, sacrifice), so it resonates deeply with devotional or consecrated paths.

ETHERIC COLORS:  Amber Gold, Mauve, Blue, Deep burgundy, Dark Violet, Smoky Plum, Brown 

MUSIC NOTE:  Low D or F. (Gregorian chant)           

CRYSTALS:  Amber, Lepidolite, Sugilite, Golden Obsidian, Bloodstone, Smoky Quartz, Black Tourmaline, Amethyst, Selenite

CHAKRAS:  Heart, Solar, bridges Root and Crown      

ELEMENTS:  Earth, Ether, Fire      

 PERFUME NOTE:  Base to Middle   

 ASTRO:  Pisces, Scorpio, Saturn, Sun  

ENERGY TYPE:  3, 4

      

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE TRAITS:  Transitions, Forgiveness, Calming, uplift moods, inspire devotion, Inner Peace, Balance   


USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE TRAITS: Fear, Anxiety, insomnia, stress, tension, Confused, Defensive, nervous  


USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL STATES: rashes, wrinkles, cuts, insomnia, and migraines, allergies, indigestion, sciatica, infections, muscle spasms


PROPERTIES: insect repellent and is used as a stimulant and antiseptic, sedative, nervous system regulator, cardio-tonic



  


BLENDS: Anasazi, Captivating, Enchantment,  Navajo Mountain,   Rose Quartz,  Sitalpu,  Twelve Tribes,  Walk Softly,   


Blends well with Lavender, Patchouli, Pine, Vetiver and spice oils. 


Contains: Sesquiterpene/Ketone. Cafarene, aristolene, jatamonsone, valcranone, valerenol, coumarins


ARCHETYPES: SHAMAN, SEEKER, TEACHER, PHILOSOPHER, MYSTIC, MONK, DESERT HERMIT, SPIRITUAL WARRIOR


PERSONALITY: 

+ Exotic, far away, packing up and leaving, looking for better times, a new life in a new town, leaving the past firmly behind.

+ They may know what is right for them, but that may not be right for you.

+ They direct and lead their own lives secure that you are doing the same. Devotional and loyal.

+They cannot be a teacher without also being a student.     

+ Interested in the esoteric side of life, particularly voyages to uncover the earth mysteries, contemplative.

+ Courageous and willing to step into and release fears of the unknown.

+ Outstanding as a spiritual counselor and help to make peace with those who have hurt us. Helps those walking through grief and life transitions.

+ Loves deeply. Emotionally intense but reserved.


(Updated Feb. 18, 2026)

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