Power of the magic crystal for those in Bangalore

If you happen to lose your way in the by-lanes of Tasker Town near Shivajinagar you might stumble upon a quaint old structure, an inconspicuous mosque that provides solace to suffering souls. As your curiosity gets the better of you, you come face to face with SA Majeed, the proprietor of Al-Mas Minerals, a modest shop tucked in the premises of the mosque and a haven for those who seek alternative healing.

Assisted by his two sons Fazal Kareem and Mohammed Almaz, Mr Majeed takes you through the mysterious world of crystals, minerals, semi precious and precious stones, all the while waxing eloquent on their healing properties. What you see and hear amazes you and tempts you to buy, as the deals offered here are the best.

Straight out of the pages of Arabian Nights, Mr Majeed displays a Zoisite ball as big as a melon, encrusted with streaks of ruby. On the table are crystal sticks used in sweeping and cleansing negative energies. Then there are the crystals, smoky quartz, opulent beads and dazzling displays of various precious and semi precious stones like agate, star ruby, lapis lazuli, jade, peridot and turquoise.

Always ready to oblige, Mr Majeed explains that every stone has a purpose and is responsible for protection and well being of the individual who possesses it. For example tiger’s eye is a talisman against snakes and is recommended to soldiers as it enhances bravery. Malakite crystal from Afghanistan is believed to relieve spinal problems. Moon stone is supposed to manage your anger while a golden topaz ring can show you the way to richness and fame. So strong is the stone’s influence on the physical and mental well-being of a person, that buying a wrong one can have adverse effects.

So if you long for a touch of magic in your life, do try and lose your way in the maze of this neighbourhood.