Obsidian Mom & Baby Elephant Pendant

The elephant is associated with Buddha and the Indian deity Ganesh and can be used to symbolize power, wisdom, strength, protection of the home, fertility, and general good luck. Most of us are aware that the Elephant has long been and is still viewed as a sacred animal in many cultures of the world, notably in India, Thailand, Indochina and Africa. Elephants also play an important role in both Hindu and Buddhist religions. Ganesh, the Hindu elephant God, is revered as the divine remover of obstacles. In his teachings, the Buddha often spoke about elephants and their image and characteristics as powerful metaphors. A strongly protective stone, obsidian forms a shield against negativity. It blocks psychic attack and absorbs negative energies from the environment. Obsidian draws out mental stress and tension. It stimulates growth on all levels, urging exploration of the unknown and opening new horizons.