THE DZI'S PROTECTIVE POWER
DZI beads, pronounced "Zee," represent one of the seven treasures of Tibetan Buddhism, namely the Asmagarbha or treasure of wisdom. They are powerful amulets that remind us, through their symbolism, of the path we want to follow and what we desire to happen.
A DZI is an agate drawn with a solution of water and sugar and then heated at a very high temperature to solidify the created design, usually geometric figures like circles, lines, or triangles. All DZIs are attributed protective properties, especially those with the classic eyes. The number of eyes on the DZI can influence, according to tradition, the events of our lives. Let's see the main ones:
DZI 2 eyes: For those seeking harmony in relationships and family stability, or for singles seeking luck in a stable relationship potentially leading to marriage, and for those looking to mend a difficult relationship. It will bring wisdom and patience to the wearer.
DZI 3 eyes: These indicate the three eyes of the Buddha, and it is said that the wearer will be blessed in the body (good health), heart (good relationships), and mind (material well-being/fortune) and will achieve great benefits by overcoming hatred and foolishness. The three eyes also indicate the three stars of fortune: happiness, honor, and longevity. A DZI with 3 eyes is suitable for those who often have conflictual relationships in the family or at work, or for those seeking balance between well-being and relationships.
DZI 5 eyes: It is among the most sought after, indicating the five deities of well-being from the five directions. It will bring money, fortune, well-being, prosperity, and longevity to the wearer. It is suitable for those seeking multiple sources of income in their life, so for those with different interests who want them to be successful.
DZI 6 eyes: It eliminates sadness and suffering, helps in liberation from the six realms (aggressiveness, loss, ignorance, misery, lack of attention, anger). It helps in the creation of the six paramitas (joy, ethics, concentration, wisdom, determination, caring for others), and consequently favors fortune. It helps in cleaning negative influences and negative karma, opening life to new perspectives. It is suitable for those going through particularly negative periods and those seeking new impulses.
DZI 9 eyes: Nine has always been a number of great importance for all religions, and for this reason, the DZI with nine eyes is among the most worn and sought after. For the Buddhist religion, the number nine indicates the nine vehicles: from the first to the fourth are the cause vehicles, while from the fifth to the eighth are the effect vehicles, the ninth is the Mahayana or the supreme vehicle. They provide the most complete protection and help to remove negativity, obstacles, and blocks along the way, protecting against misfortune and evil, providing divine protection. Normally Tibetan monks and meditation practitioners use this DZI.
DZI 21 eyes: It is the most powerful of all DZIs, as it represents the union of the human with the divine in paradise. This DZI is suitable for those who seek or hold positions of power, such as political leaders, generals, or top managers. It will provide the wisdom and decision-making ability necessary in leadership positions and will promote the realization of events. "Think to make happen what you want".
If you are not the original owner of the DZI, you may inherit bad karma from it, so you need to cleanse it and form a spiritual bond with it. Hold it in your hands and then put it under running water for a few minutes. As you do this, bring positive thoughts to your mind. After drying it, hold it again in the palms of your hands as if praying; place the tips of your thumbs to touch the tip of your nose and then, slowly and sincerely, ask the stone to become part of your life. Also, ask it to protect you and assure it that you will respect it and take care of it. Now you need to leave the DZI outdoors and under the sun (or under the light of the full moon) for several hours. The ritual should be done at least once a month. When you wear it (on the wrist, neck, waist, leg, etc.), make sure your DZI is in contact with your skin rather than your clothes, allowing the stone to merge with the natural atmosphere and energy of your body.
Tibetans greatly respect DZIs and take their care very seriously. For this reason, it should be removed before going to bed or before having sexual intercourse, and certainly if you are about to take actions not in line with the teachings of Buddhism. When the DZI is not worn, it is best to keep it in a high place, higher than other things.
Little is known about the history of these stones, which are probably of Persian origin and appeared in India between 2000 and 1000 BC, brought by some Tibetan warriors. In China, they are known as "heavenly beads" (tianzhu). It has been believed since antiquity that a DZI is extremely protective and able to ward off the evil eye, which is why these stones are passed down from Tibetan families from generation to generation. The most precious ones are those made of real agate and dating back hundreds of years. DZIs are greatly loved by mountaineers, many wear those with two or three eyes. In fact, despite their Tibetan roots, DZIs can be used by anyone to promote a positive aura and positive karma. It is advisable not to wear them if you do not recognize such capacity.
