The Crystal story has many versions and numerous authors.  Legends and folklore date back to the beginning of the human race, when it was believed that crystal forces set the electromagnetic field of the earth so that human souls could incarnate.  Legends of the ancient continent of Atlantis tell us that Crystals generated power for entire cities, and it was the abuse of these energies that resulted in the eventual destruction of that civilization.  Some Egyptologists speculate that the magnificent Egyptian pyramids were capped with Crystals to channel cosmic forces into these geometrically perfected structures.  Many civilizations, cultures and people have used Crystals and stones for a myriad of purposes - from healing and protection to the most powerful initiations...
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