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Geratite
Placed under the tongue, reveals what another person thinks of you.
Geratite 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. Recorded origin: Unknown.
A rare stone of thought-reading. Marbodus records its power to reveal hidden intentions — essential for identifying those working with fallen Watchers against you.
What Marbodus records
- Marbodus name
- Geratite
- Color
- Black
- Origin
- Unknown
- How to use
- Place under the tongue
- Angelic correspondence
- Uriel (hidden knowledge, prophecy)
- Angel number
- 444
Recorded powers
- Placed under the tongue, reveals what another person thinks of you
- Wins devotion of any woman
- Repels insects when held in mouth (test of its authenticity)
How the tradition prescribes its use
Place under the tongue. 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
Geratite pendant or pocket stone — the worn or carried form the tradition records as standard. [Affiliate placement: Amazon search "black obsidian"]
Black Tourmaline — recommended companion for working with Geratite. [Affiliate placement: Amazon search "black tourmaline"]
Divination Stone Set — recommended companion for working with Geratite. [Affiliate placement: Amazon search "divination stone set"]
Common questions
What is geratite good for spiritually?
According to Marbodus of Rennes (placed under the tongue, reveals what another person thinks of you), geratite 's primary office is placed under the tongue, reveals what another person thinks of you. Carried or worn, it is the stone the medieval world reached for in that specific need.
Which angel is geratite associated with?
Geratite is paired with Uriel (hidden knowledge, prophecy) in the angelic correspondence tradition. Angel number 444 is its number.
How should I wear or carry geratite?
Place under the tongue. The tradition’s standing recommendation: forty days of continuous contact establishes the bond between wearer and stone.