Birthstones and the Occult: Why Christians Must Avoid This Spiritual Trap

At first glance, birthstones seem harmless—colorful gems associated with birth months, worn as jewelry or gifts. But beneath their glittering surface lies a spiritual system deeply rooted in occultism, astrology, and pagan beliefs. For Christians committed to truth and freedom in Christ, examining the origins, spiritual implications, and scriptural warnings about engaging with birthstones and their associated practices is essential.

The Origin of Birthstones

The concept of birthstones traces back to ancient Babylon and the zodiac-based astrological systems, where gemstones were linked to the twelve signs. Later, Jewish historian Josephus (1st century AD) and Christian scholar St. Jerome (4th century AD) connected the 12 stones on Aaron’s breastplate (Exodus 28:17–20) with the 12 months and zodiac signs. This was never a biblical teaching—only a speculative connection that later cultures adapted into a belief system.

The modern list of birthstones was solidified in 1912 by the American National Retail Jewelers Association. Their motives were commercial but drew from centuries of mystical associations tied to the stones. What started as pagan astrology became mainstream, masked in cultural tradition.

Spirituality and Culture Behind Birthstones

Birthstones are deeply tied to astrology, Hindu mysticism, Babylonian spirituality, and New Age energy beliefs. In Hindu culture, Navaratna (nine gems) are believed to correspond with celestial deities and are worn to balance planetary influences. Similarly, New Age and occult practitioners claim birthstones hold healing energy, emotional balancing powers, or even spiritual protection.

This spirituality assumes power exists outside of God and can be accessed, channeled, or manipulated through physical objects—a clear violation of biblical teaching.

Beliefs and Deities Behind the Practice

The gods behind these systems are not the God of Scripture. In Hinduism, gems are associated with planetary gods like Surya (sun) and Chandra (moon). In Babylonian religion, celestial gods ruled the zodiac and influenced human destiny. In New Age belief, the "universe" or “energy” becomes a replacement deity.

The Bible is clear: these are false gods and demonic forces (Deuteronomy 32:17, 1 Corinthians 10:20). Any spiritual power outside of the Holy Spirit is counterfeit and dangerous.

Is It Divination or Energy?

Both. Birthstones fall into the categories of divination and energy manipulation. Many people use them for horoscopes, spiritual guidance, or chakra healing. These practices claim hidden knowledge, energy alignment, and emotional healing, all apart from the Gospel.

Using physical objects to access supernatural power is a form of occultism. Whether called astrology, healing crystals, or energy work—it is all spiritual rebellion cloaked in “wellness” or “tradition.”

Scriptures That Warn Against This

God gives no room for compromise:

Deuteronomy 18:10–12 – “There shall not be found among you... one who practices divination... or interprets omens… For all who do these things are an abomination to the Lord.”
Isaiah 47:13–14 – God mocks Babylon for trusting astrologers and star-gazers: “Let them save you... Behold, they are like stubble.”
Acts 19:19 – Believers burned magic scrolls worth a fortune when they turned to Jesus.
Galatians 5:19–21 – Sorcery is a work of the flesh that prevents entrance into the Kingdom of God.

Wearing birthstones for protection, healing, or “luck” is spiritual adultery. If Jesus didn’t wear gemstones to heal or cast out demons, neither should we. You can’t convert a pagan object into a Christian tool—it remains defiled.

Spiritual Dangers for Christians

Many believers unknowingly open themselves to demonic torment by using birthstones or other New Age practices. These are not neutral items—they carry spiritual weight. Symptoms of demonic infestation may include:

Emotional torment and mental fog
Trapping to pull you away from the things of God

These are signs not of "bad energy" but of demonic influence, which can enter through open spiritual doors. Birthstones, when treated as more than decorative, can be such doors. Deliverance through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ is often needed for peace to return (James 4:7, Mark 16:17).

Final Warning: Don't Imitate Paganism

Just because a practice is widespread, beautiful, or culturally accepted doesn’t mean it’s harmless. You cannot redeem the unredeemable. God calls us to holiness, not syncretism. What He forbade in Israel, He forbids now. If Jesus didn’t use gemstones for healing or spiritual alignment, Christians shouldn't either.

True peace, identity, and healing come only from the cross, not from crystals or cosmic forces. Put your trust in Christ alone.

Methods of discernment:

• Who was the founder of this modality?

• What was his/her spirituality?

• What culture did it come out of?

• What were their beliefs?

• Who is their God or gods?

Many occult practices in Christianity need to be discerned. Another method of discernment is the Word of God. The word of God is our measuring stick. The more we read the word, know the word, and have a relationship with the Lord, the more we discern right and wrong. We perish from a lack of knowledge.

Hosea 4:6 declares, “My people are destroyed from lack of knowledge. Because you have rejected knowledge, I also reject you as my priests; because you have ignored the law of your God, I also will ignore your children.”

By Teresa Morin, President of Touch of God Int'l Ministries of Healing and Deliverance.

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Monday, May 05, 2025