The Preparation Of Astrological Herbs/Amulets

The Preparation Of Astrological Herbs/Amulets 

An astrological amulet ideally is composed of all 5 elements,

a gem for the earth element,

a herb is for the water element

, metal is for the fire element, 

words symbolize the air element

a number for the 5th element.

The process of turning a herb into a "bhasma" for use in a amulet involves indirect fire to heat the herb until is stops smoking and has transformed entirely into ash

. Planetary mantras are recited during this heating process

. Each planet, herb and gem has its day and the amulet must be prepared on that day to resonate exactly with that planet -

The first century Greek metaphysical philosopher Agrippa describes briefly the process. "When any star ascends fortunately we must take a stone and herb that is under that star, and make a ring of the metal that is suitable to this star,  and in it fasten the stone, putting the herb or root under it, not omitting the inscriptions of images, names and characters.

Influences of the planets positive affects and their relating (ruling) herbs: - Vedic/European  -  Plants herbs & planets
 Sun - Herbs to use in sun amulet/talisman is (Vedic ) Milk Weed. European Herbs - Plants resembling in shape/ color: Chamomile, Celandine, Century, Eyebright, European Angelica, Lovage, Orange, Rosemary, Rue, Storax, Saffron, Walnuts.
Positive influences of the sun in your horoscope the influence will be toward:  Nobility, dignity, power, leadership, confidence, one will be well-read, pious, strong, compassionate and untroubled.
 Moon  Herbs to use in a moon amulet/talisman (Vedic) Butia Frandosa. European Herbs - Plants similar in shape/color: Banana, Gourds, Mango, Melons, Pumpkin, Sweet Flag, Water lilies. Plants in or near water. Seaweed, Watercress, Willow, Wintergreen.
Positive influences of the Moon in your horoscope the influence will be toward good sensitivity, good habits, stability, health, one will be wealthy, industrious and respected.
 Mercury - Herbs to use in a mars amulet/talisman (Vedic) Achyranthes. European Herbs -  Plants with airy looking leaves: Caraway, Carrots, dill, Fennel, Parsley, Lavender, Lily of the Valley, Marjoram, Parsnips, Elecampane, Horehound, Mandrake.Moon - ruling herbs & plants - (Luminary) Plants similar in shape
Positive  influences of Mercury in your horoscope the influence will be toward Rational, witty, skill, dexterity, worldly-brains, one will be educated, happy, fortunate and highly respected.
 Venus - Herbs to use in a mars amulet/talisman (Vedic) Ficus Glomerata. European Herbs - Apples, Cherry, Primrose, Strawberry, White Rose, Violet.
Positive  influences of Venus in your horoscope the influence will be toward: Attractiveness, refinement, grace, elegance, smooth, one will be humanitarian, long-lived and possess many good qualities.
 Mars  - Herbs to use in a Mars amulet/talisman (Vedic) Couch Plant. European Herbs - Plants w/ thorns or prickles: Barberry, Cacti, Hawthorn, Nettle. Also plants w/ strong acrid taste: Capers, Coriander, Garlic, Gentian, Hops, Horseradish, Mustards, Onion, Peppers, Radish, Tarragon.
Positive  influences of Mars in your horoscope the influence will be toward positive energy, strength, courage, passion, and aggression. One will be active, have great energy, be learned, well-known and regal.
 Jupiter - Herbs to use in a Jupiter amulet/talisman (Vedic) Ficus Religiosa. European Herbs - Fruits: Currant, Figs, Olives, Rose hips. Nuts.
Positive influences of Jupiter in your horoscope the influence will be toward: Humanitarian, caring, spiritual, optimism, faith, good judgment, one will be a leader of men, powerful, respected, although susceptible to anger. 
 Saturn - Herbs to use in a mars amulet/talisman (Vedic) Prosopis. European Herbs - Plants whose qualities are cooling: Barley, Comfrey Root, Tamarind. Woody Plants: Elm, Cypress, Pine. Others are: Quince, Red Beets, Sloes.
Positive influences of Saturn your horoscope the influence will be toward:  responsibility, realism, durability and humility. One will be long-lived, charitable, proficient and an affectionate mate.
 Rahu/north-node - Herbs to use in a mars amulet/talisman (Vedic) Cynodon Dactylon. European herbs - according to "Culpeper's complete herbal" are not listed.
Positive influences of Rahu/north-node in your horoscope the influence will be toward: Originality, inspiration, insight, exotic, wealthy and fortunate. 
 Ketu/south-node - Herbs to use in a Ketu/south node amulet/talisman is (Vedic) Sacrificial Grass. European herbs - according to "Culpeper's complete herbal" are not listed.
Positive influences of Ketu/south node in your horoscope the influence will be toward: spiritualism, intuition, universality, subtleness and sensitivity. One will be wealthy and protected from evil..