Crystal · Found in the stomach of a swallow
Chelidonius
Red: Cures moon-madness and frenzy.
Chelidonius is one of the stones catalogued by Marbodus of Rennes in his De Lapidibus (c.1067 AD), the medieval lapidary that synthesised classical and Christian traditions on the virtues of stones. Its colour: Black or Red (two kinds). Recorded origin: Found in the stomach of a swallow.
Marbodus records this stone cures the moon-madness — historically linked to Sariel, the Watcher set over the moon. If lunar-linked spiritual attacks affect you, chelidonius is the ancient remedy.
What Marbodus records
- Marbodus name
- Chelidonius
- Color
- Black or Red (two kinds)
- Origin
- Found in the stomach of a swallow
- How to use
- Wrapped in linen cloth, suspended under the left arm
- Angelic correspondence
- Raphael (healing, speech, protection)
- Angel number
- 333
Recorded powers
- Red: Cures moon-madness and frenzy
- Red: Restores sanity to madmen
- Red: Cures those pining away
- Red: Makes bearer a good orator and beloved by all
- Black: Aids in accomplishing important undertakings
- Black: Protection against threats and rage of kings and princes
- Water it is washed in heals diseased eyes
- Wrapped in saffron linen: drives away fever, restrains harmful humors
How the tradition prescribes its use
Wrapped in linen cloth, suspended under the left arm. The medieval and classical tradition is consistent: the stone is kept close to the body — worn near the throat, set in a ring, or carried in a pocket — for as long as the wearer requires its office.
What to carry
Chelidonius pendant or pocket stone — the worn or carried form the tradition records as standard. [Affiliate placement: Amazon search "swallow talisman"]
Healing Crystal Wrap — recommended companion for working with Chelidonius. [Affiliate placement: Amazon search "healing crystal wrap"]
Red Jasper — recommended companion for working with Chelidonius. [Affiliate placement: Amazon search "red jasper"]
Common questions
What is chelidonius good for spiritually?
According to Marbodus of Rennes (red: cures moon-madness and frenzy), chelidonius 's primary office is red: cures moon-madness and frenzy. Carried or worn, it is the stone the medieval world reached for in that specific need.
Which angel is chelidonius associated with?
Chelidonius is paired with Raphael (healing, speech, protection) in the angelic correspondence tradition. Angel number 333 is its number.
How should I wear or carry chelidonius?
Wrapped in linen cloth, suspended under the left arm. The tradition’s standing recommendation: forty days of continuous contact establishes the bond between wearer and stone.