Vedic Astrology's Warning on Sapphires: Tanzanite as a Safe Alternative

In Vedic astrology, blue sapphire is considered both the most powerful and riskiest gemstone, associated with Saturn (Shani) and linked to karma and intense life lessons. Entrepreneur Shaleen Bains Dugué, a Vedic astrology devotee, explains that in India, people consult astrologers before major decisions and that gemstones hold powerful energies. She herself chose a diamond over a sapphire engagement ring due to family pressure, despite being inspired by Princess Diana. Celebrated Indian fashion and jewelry designer Manish Malhotra recommends tanzanite as a safe alternative, as it is not linked to Vedic astrology and can be worn without astrological concerns. Vedic astrology, or Jyotish ("science of light"), is based on the sidereal zodiac and uses the 12 zodiac signs plus 9 "planets" including the Sun, Moon, and karmic points Rahu and Ketu.