Ruby (Manik in Hindi) is a red colored precious gemstone, also known as the ‘King of Gems’, with great astrological significance. Ruby is a gem of planet Sun and gives name, fame, vigour, virtue, warmth and the capacity to command to its wearer.
Who Should Wear A Ruby?
Ruby is the birthstone for Leo sun sign. In Indian astrology, Ruby stone strengthens Sun (Surya) and is the rashi ratna for Leo (Simha). Ruby gemstone (also known as ‘Manikya’ in Hindi) bestows wealth, status, respect, dignity and the powers of the Sun God upon its wearer. Ascendants of Aries, Cancer, Sagittarius, Pisces and Scorpio can also wear a Ruby stone
Ruby Gemstone Benefits:
- Ruby or Manik stone has symbolized royalty since ages. It is known to bring status, dignity, wealth, professional success and the power of social influence to its wearer.
- It brings recognition and respect when worn by people who are in top-level Government and Administrative jobs.
- Ruby is believed to strengthen the planet Sun in its wearer’s horoscope. It has been noted that people who have a strong positioning of Sun in their horoscope have a luxurious and sophisticated life and always mark their presence wherever they go.
- Sun (Surya) is symbolic of ‘Father’ in Astrology. Wearing a Manik ratna (gemstone) strengthens paternal relations, improves father’s health and increases the likeliness of inheriting a successful legacy.
- Medically, Ruby symbolizes the Heart, the Eyes and Bones. It is believed that wearing a Ruby gemstone benefits Heart conditions, improves the eye sight and makes bones stronger.
- It is said that Manik stone benefits its wearer’s metabolic activities and increases their body temperature.
How to Wear Ruby Gemstone?
Metal
The first choice as the metal for Ruby should be Gold. However, you can also choose Silver as the metal for Manik stone. Additionally, it can also be worn in Panchdhatu.
What Is The Procedure For Wearing Ruby?
Ruby is worn in the ring finger of the correct hand (Left Hand for left-handed people and the Right Hand for right-handed people). It should be worn at the time of sunrise on Sunday during the Shukla Paksh (Waxing Moon). For the detailed step-by-step procedure, please visit our Blog Entry about: How to Wear Ruby Gemstone.