Sapphire

Quotes

• “[H]is belly is as bright ivory overlaid with sapphires.”
• “Sapphire produces peace of mind and equanimity. It chases out evil thoughts by establishing healthy circulation. It opens barred doors to the spirit. It produces a desire for prayer. It brings peace, but he who would wear it must lead a pure and holy life.”
• “The Indy saphyre blewHer vaynès doth ennew;”
• “Between thy breasts (than down of swans more white) There plays the sapphire with the chrysolite.”
• “Whilst the fond people offer’d SacrificeTo Saphyrs, ’stead of Veins and Arteries,And bow’d unto the Diamonds, not her Eyes.”
• “A sapphire shines as blue as heaven;”

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