Quick Reference: Lapis Lazuli (OBJ-000005) is a crystal entity associated with the Water element (Yin). Best placed in the North area. Atlas Harmony Score: 75/100.

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Lapis Lazuli

Lapis lazuli is a deep-blue metamorphic rock prized since antiquity for its intense color, associated in Feng Shui with wisdom, truth, and spiritual awareness.

WaterYinWisdom

Atlas Proprietary Metrics

Scoring for Lapis Lazuli.

75
Harmony
65
Energy
40
Love
85
Career
55
Health
45
Wealth

Five Element

Water

Yin / Yang

Yin

Best Direction

North

Avoid Direction

South

Best Room

Home Office

Avoid Room

Kitchen

Energy Type

Wisdom

Details

Lapis lazuli is a deep-blue metamorphic rock composed primarily of lazurite, with calcite and pyrite inclusions. Its name comes from the Persian word 'lāžward' meaning blue. This stone has been treasured since ancient Egyptian times, where it was ground for cosmetic use and carved into amulets. In Feng Shui, lapis lazuli is associated with the Water element and is placed in the North, the Career & Life Path area of the Bagua. It is believed to enhance wisdom, promote clarity of thought, and strengthen one's connection to truth.

Claims and Evidence

CLM-000009verified75% confidence

Lapis lazuli enhances intellectual ability and wisdom when used in study or meditation.

Modern BookLevel CModern

Lapis lazuli stimulates the desire for knowledge and enhances memory and intellectual ability.

-- Judy Hall, The Crystal Bible (2003) · Global

CLM-000010verified92% confidence

Lapis lazuli was the most prized stone in ancient Egypt, valued more than gold.

Historical ArchiveLevel ATraditional

Lapis lazuli was extensively used in Egyptian jewelry, burial masks, and cosmetics, including in Tutankhamun's tomb.

-- Various archaeologists, Egyptian Burial Artifacts Records (-3000) · Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

Where should I place lapis lazuli in my home?
Place lapis lazuli in the North area of your home or office to activate the Career & Life Path energy. It's also excellent on a desk for wisdom and focus.
Can lapis lazuli go in water?
Lapis lazuli is a relatively soft stone (5-6 Mohs) and porous. Avoid prolonged water exposure as it may damage the stone.
How is lapis lazuli different from sodalite?
Lapis lazuli contains pyrite flecks (golden specks) and is a rock composed of multiple minerals. Sodalite is a single mineral without pyrite inclusions.

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Cite This Entry

FengShuiAtlas. (2026). Lapis Lazuli (Entity OBJ-000005). Retrieved from https://fengshuiatlas.com/objects/lapis-lazuli

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