The Religious Uses Of Precious Stones, Pagan, Hebrew And Christian

""The Religious Uses of Precious Stones, Pagan, Hebrew and Christian"" is a comprehensive book written by George Frederick Kunz, an American mineralogist and gem expert. The book explores the historical and cultural significance of precious stones in various religions, including Paganism, Judaism, and Christianity. Kunz delves into the beliefs and practices surrounding gemstones, such as their use in rituals, amulets, and talismans. He also provides insights into the symbolism and mythology associated with different stones, such as diamonds, rubies, and emeralds. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersection of religion and gemology, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the spiritual beliefs and practices of different cultures throughout history.THIS 74 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Curious Lore of Precious Stones, by George Frederick Kunz. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766131432.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.