Jera

Also called Jara
Letter: J or Y
Old Norse name: Ar
Flower: cornflower
Gem: carnelian
Number: 4
Meaning: Harvest
Divinatory meaning: This is a time of hard work and reaping rewards for past efforts. It indicates a time of celebration and of plenty as one cycle comes to an end and a new one begins. This rune represents a turning point. It is a time of preparation, gathering and storing what we have gathered so that it may be of use to us in harder times. It is also associated with the home, common virtues and common sense. Simple strengths, family love, caring and genuine warmth are also included in the divinatory meaning, as is production, work and career.
Herb: Rosemary
Tree: Oak
Gemstone: Carnelian: This chalcedony variety represents the strength and fertility of the earth. It helps actualise personal power of the physical plane, improves the sense of touch and increases inner receptivity. Carnelian is a good all-round healing stone. It works well with the sacral chakra and can be used with other cooler stones to regulate the energy.
Chakra: Sacral / Solar Plexus
Colour: Orange
Crystal System: Trigonal
Hardness: 7