In some Native American cultures Red Jasper is considered to be the symbolic blood of the earth. As a result, it is generally thought to be one of the best stones for connecting with the deep, stabilizing energies of the earth. Red Jasper is a powerful stone used for divination practice, worn to protect the individual during out of body experiences and vision quests by providing a solid grounding. It has been used for cancer and other wasting dis-eases. This stone is said to purify the blood, helping the anemic. An excellent stone for healers as it enhances and balances the auric field.