PRINCETON, N.J. -- Mississippi, Alabama and Louisiana are the most right-leaning states in the union, with between 46% and 49% of residents in each identifying as politically conservative. Massachusetts, Vermont and Hawaii are the most left-leaning, with 30% of residents in each of those states identifying as liberal.
Figurative: The term ashes is often used to signify worthlessness, insignificance or evanescence (Genesis 18:27 Job 30:19). Proverbs of ashes, for instance, in Job 13:12, is Job's equivalent, says one writer, for our modern rot.. For the ritual use of the ashes of the Red Heifer by the priests, see RED HEIFER.
Amethyst is believed to bring peace, love and happiness. This gemstone for Pisces is also thought to enhance spirituality and dreams, as well as courage and healing. Invoking gentle and affable qualities, the Pisces stone is indeed representative of the zodiac sign Pisces. See also Amethyst: Stone of Awareness.