In Santería and Yoruba spiritual practices, citrine points (yellow quartz) are primarily used as an energy enhancer and symbol of prosperity, light, and joy. As a crystal, it is a channeler that represents the strength and warmth of the sun.
· Attracting wealth: Known as the "stone of abundance," it is used to attract money, luck, and success in business.
· Offerings to Oshun: In the Yoruba pantheon, yellow is the color of Oshun, the Orisha of love, beauty, and sweetness. Because of its hue, devotees often use citrine to decorate their soup bowl (sacred vessel) and offer it as a symbol of prosperity and sweetness.
· Boosting Personal Energy: It is associated with the solar plexus chakra, helping to boost self-esteem, creativity, and the willpower to overcome difficulties.
· Clearing Paths: It is used in "path-opening" rituals and to keep positive energies flowing in the home or business.