Rudraksha is a natural seed, found
within the vibrant blue fruit of the evergreen Elaeocarpus ganitrus, it is
indigenous to the Himalayas across India and Nepal. It also flourishes in other
areas of Southeast Asia, where the volcanic soil is conducive to its growth.
The varieties of Rudraksham range from 1-21 faces (mukhis) AND each
associated with different qualities of functions.
Rudraksha beads may be strung together
as a mala and used to count the repetition of a mantra
or prayer, similar to the use of rosaries in Christianity. Most garlands
contain 108 beads plus one, as 108 is considered sacred and a suitable
number of times to recite a short mantra.
Within the community of saints,
Rudraksham are sacred power objects, which possess the power to positively
influence and protect every aspect and expression of your life and soul as you
walk the path to your Immortal Enlightenment. Yet, to express their full divine
potential, their power must be activated through specific spiritual processes.
In Ayurveda, the bead, bark, and leaves of the rudraksha
tree, which have antibacterial effects, are used for treating various ailments
such as mental disorders, headaches, fever, skin diseases, etc.
They are also
used for treating cough, breathing problems, controlling epilepsy, liver-related problems, jaundice, stomach aches, high blood pressure, and
treating burns, as well as improving memory power, controlling brain fever, and
blood purification. The flesh or pulp of the drupe is administered for epilepsy, diseases of the head, and in mental illness.
RUDRAKSHA TESTS
Most
fake rudrakshas exhibit 1 mukhi due to its rarity. A variety of rudrakshas
called 1 mukhi half-moon are thus sold in its place; these are genuine and more
easily available versions of 1-mukhi rudrakshas.
The 1-mukhi rudraksha is faked
using berries and Areca nut. Also, some suppliers sell fake
rudrakshas which have a serpent, trishula, Shiva-lingam, etc. carved on them. A real
rudraksha does not have these markings. Fake rudrakshas are also made by
carving extra lines on lower-mukhi rudrakshas to obtain the rare and
higher-priced higher-mukhi rudrakshas or by hiding lines to make a rarer
lower-mukhi rudraksha.
A fake Gauri Shankar rudraksha is made by gluing
together two rudraksha beads.
To recognize real
rudrakshas, many techniques are used, such as sinking and floating of
rudrakshas as well as revolving rudrakshas in between two copper coins. But
these are not correct criteria. Some helpful techniques include:
1.
Using
a magnifying glass and examining the rudraksha for artificially carved lines
which are generally very sharp, or glued surfaces on the bead.
2.
Whenever
checking the genuineness of a joint or of a line on a rudraksha, for example
checking a Gauri Shankar for joints or lines in higher-mukhi beads, one must
make sure to boil the rudraksha in water for 1 to 2 hours. Sharp discoloration
will take place at the joint or at the artificially created line.
3.
Cut
the bead horizontally. There should be the same number of compartments as lines
on a rudraksha.
4.
Best
of all is doing an x-ray of the rudraksha.
RUDRAKSHA ( 1-21 Mukhi )
Rudraksha
1 Mukhi
Ruling God
Shiva
Ruling Planet
Sun
Beeja mantra
Om Hreem Namah
Major
benefit Enlightens superconsciousness,
provides improved concentration and mental structure changes specific to
renunciation from worldly affairs. The wearer enjoys all comforts at his/her
command but still remains unattached. This is the supreme Rudraksha for anyone
who want to get connected to the Supreme power. It destroys all sins and allows
you to liberate yourself. On a physical point of view, this kind of bead cures
migraines and diseases from the brain.
Rudraksha
2 Mukhi
Ruling God
Ardhnareeshwara
Ruling Planet
Moon
Beeja mantra
Om Namah
Major
benefit Blesses the wearer with 'unity'. It
could be related to Guru-Shishya, parents-children, husband-wife, or friends.
Maintaining oneness is its peculiarity. It blesses the wearer with harmony and
unity. This type of Rudraksha cure emotional weaknesses. It helps to wearer to
release fear and find inner happiness.
Rudraksha
3 Mukhi
Ruling God
Agni
Ruling Planet
Mars
Beeja mantra
Om Kleem Namah
Major
benefit The wearer gets freed from sins or
wrongs from his/her life and returns to purity . Ideal for those who suffer
from inferiority complexes, subjective fear, guilt, and depression. It also frees
the wearer from his past birth Karma, releasing past memories of anger, and any
kind of feeling associated to low self estime. It allows you to shine and
reveal your truth.
Rudraksha
4 Mukhi
Ruling God
Brahma
Ruling Planet
Mercury
Beeja mantra
Om Hreem Namah
Major
benefit The wearer gains power of creativity
when blessed. Increases memory power, wit, and intelligence. It is associated
to Lord Brahma, the creator of the Universe and the representation of knowledge
and creativity. Wearing this Rudraksha your power of concentration, of
knowledge and creativty will increase.
Rudraksha
5 Mukhi
Ruling God
Kalaagni Rudra
Ruling Planet
Jupiter
Beeja mantra
Om Hreem Namah
Major
benefit These are the most common type of
Rudraksha. It is safe and good for everyone – man, woman and child (up to 12
years old). This is the Rudraksha type we mostly use. The 5 Mukhi Rudraksha is
used for general wellbeing, health and freedom.
It enhance awareness,
destroying the bad karma of the present life and helps those who whish to discover
their higher-selves. Wearer gains health and peace. Lowers blood pressure.
Rudraksha
6 Mukhi
Ruling God
Kartikeya
Ruling Planet
Venus
Beeja mantra
Om Hreem Hum
Namah
Major benefit Saves from the
emotional trauma of worldly sorrows and gives learning, wisdom, and knowledge.
Affects understanding and appreciation of love, sexual pleasure, music, and
personal relationships. It also makes the wearer more connected to Mother
Earth. It gives you stability and increases your stability and grounded
feeling.
Rudraksha
7 Mukhi
Ruling God
Mahalakshmi
Ruling Planet
Saturn
Beeja mantra
Om Hum Namah
Major
benefit It represents the Goddess of wealth,
Goddess Mahalaxmi. It promotes good physical health, wealth and abundance. It
should be worn by those who are suffering from miseries pertaining to body,
finances, and mental states. By wearing this, a person can progress in business
and service and spend his/her life happily.
Rudraksha
8 Mukhi
Ruling God
Ganesha
Ruling Planet
Rahu
Beeja mantra
Om Hum Namah
Major benefit It is associated to Goddess Ganesha,
the remover of obstacles. It will help you to gain confidence and achieve
success easily, leading to a happier life. Removes all obstacles and
brings success in all undertakings. It gives the wearer all kinds of
attainments - Riddhies and Siddhies. His/her opponents are finished, i.e. the
minds or intentions of his/her opponents are changed.
Rudraksha
9 Mukhi
Ruling God
Durga
Ruling Planet
Ketu
Beeja mantra
Om Hreem Hum
Namah
Major benefit The wearer is blessed with lots of
energy, power, dynamism, and fearlessness, which are useful to live a life of
success. It is the representation of Goddess Durga, the female form of the
Supreme Being. It will protect you from all sufferings and remove your misery.
It is the symbol of freedom, freedom from fear, in order to live a life of
success.
Rudraksha
10 Mukhi
Ruling God
Vishnu
Ruling Planet
None
Beeja mantra
Om Hreem Namah
Major benefit This contains the
influence of ten incarnations and ten directions. It works like a shield on
one's body and drives evils away. It is
known to be the most powerful Rudraksha, being able to pacify all the nine
planets. It is a strong protector against negative energies and Evil.
Rudraksha
11 Mukhi
Ruling God
Hanuman
Ruling Planet
None
Beeja mantra
Om Hreem Hum Namah
Major benefit It is associatied to Lord Hanuman who
represents courage, bravery and adventure. It gives the wearer courage and
fearless power. Blesses wearer with wisdom, right judgment, powerful
vocabulary, adventurous life, fearlessness, and success. Above all, it also
protects from accidental death. It also helps in meditation and removes the
problems of yogic practices.
Rudraksha
12 Mukhi
Ruling God
Surya
Ruling Planet
Sun
Beeja mantra
Sraum Raum Surya Namah
Major
benefit Wearer gets the quality of the sun - to rule
and to move continuously with brilliant radiance and strength. Good for
ministers, politicians, administrators, business people, and executives.
Removes worry, suspicion, and fear. Increases self-image and motivation. It
helps you to release all tensions, as stress, doubt, worry. It blesses you,
give you self-confidence and motivation in your life.
Rudraksha
13 Mukhi
Ruling God
Indra
Ruling Planet
Venus
Beeja mantra
Om Hreem Namah
Major benefit Showers all possible comforts of life
one can ever desire. It gives riches and honour and fulfills all the earthly
desires and gives eight accomplishments ( Siddhies); the god cupid (Kamadeva)
is pleased with the person who wears it. It is helpful for meditation and
spiritual and materialistic attainments.
Rudraksha
14 Mukhi
Ruling God
Hanuman
Ruling Planet
Saturn
Beeja mantra
Om Namah
Major
benefit Most precious divine gem - Deva Mani. It
awakens the sixth sense organ by which the wearer foresees the future. Its
wearer never fails in his/her decisions. It helps rid all the calamities,
miseries, and worries. It protects from ghosts, evil spirits, and black magic .
It provides the wearer with safety, security, riches, and individual power. It is
one of the most precious Rudraksha. It is said that it has came directly from
the eyes of Lord Shiva, who was wearing this bead. It activates your Third Eye
Chakra, giving you the ability to visualize things clearly and stimulating your
spiritual capacities.
Rudraksha 15 Mukhi
Ruling God
Lord Pashupati
Ruling Planet
None
Beeja mantra
Om Namah Shivay
Major
benefit This represents Lord Pashupati and is
especially beneficial for economic progress. Its possessor is neither bereft of
wealth nor inflicted by any kinds of skin diseases. It is known to heal the
Heart Chakra. Any discomfort related to the heart will disappear.
Rudraksha
16 Mukhi
Ruling God
Lord Rama
Ruling Planet
None
Beeja mantra
Om Namah Shivaya
Major
benefit It represents victory and the possessor is
never affected by heat or cold. It is especially useful for saints living in
jungles. The house in which it is kept is free from fire, theft, or robbery. It
protects you and releases all kind of fear and insecurity. It liberates you
from the fear of death and cures diseases. It is a strong protector against
negative energies. It will allow you to rise in victory and grace.
Rudraksha
17 Mukhi
Ruling God
Vishvakarma
Ruling Planet
None
Beeja mantra
Om Namah Shivaya
Major benefit It represents Vishvakarma, the builder
of this world. It is very effective in gaining unexpected money. It is
especially useful in attaining property, vehicles, and all physical assets. It allows
the wearer to live with great power and divine magnetism. It is associated to
Vishakarma, the builder of the Universe. The wearer of this kind of Rudraksha
bead, is filled with abundance.
Rudraksha
18 Mukhi
Ruling God
Mother Earth
Ruling Planet
None
Beeja mantra
Om Namah Shivaya
Major benefit It represents Mother Earth. The
possessor remains happy and healthy. It is especially beneficial for pregnant
women in protecting their child. It is a rare one and is the most powerful bead
for prosperity. This is our Mother Earth’ Rudraksha. Wearing her bead, you will
acquire immense wealth.
Rudraksha
19 Mukhi
Ruling God
Lord Narayana
Ruling Planet
None
Beeja mantra
Om Namah Shivaya
Major
benefit It represents Lord Narayana. The
possessor is bestowed with all worldly pleasures. There is no scarcity in their
life. It creates satisfaction within you. This bead will help you to attract
all what you want, in business, in love and in life in general
Rudraksha
20 Mukhi
Ruling God
Vishwasu Sadhu
& Narayana
Ruling Planet
None
Beeja mantra
Hidden
Major benefit It represents Vishwasu Sadhu Praani.
The wearer of this rudraksha is known for his/her words. They always speak
truth and their words become true. Lord Shiva opens the power of truth for
their words. This rudraksha reaches the saddhus, saints, and Brahmins by the
virtue of their devotion to Lord Shiva. Lord Shiva blesses them with a 21-mukhi
rudraksha and removes their sins. It provides Moksha (liberation) in the end.
Rudraksha
21 Mukhi
Ruling God
Ek Alakh Niranjan
that is Omkar
Ruling Planet
None
Beeja mantra
Hidden
Major
benefit It is called Ek Alakh King. It is the
creator and is responsible for the preservation of the universe; it is the
past, present, and future itself. This rudraksha belongs to each and every
Shakti (power). Lord Brahmma, Vishnu, and Mahesha along with all other gods and
goddesses live in this rudraksha. The wearer gets all the comforts, leisure,
and happiness and in the end attains Moksha ( Blessing). It is the rarest Rudraksha bead,
allowing the wearer to be blessed in all points of view. It is a very strong
protector.
Rudraksha
Gauri Shankar
Ruling God
Shiva &
Parvati
Ruling Planet
Moon
Beeja mantra
Om Shree
GauriShankaraya Namah
Major benefit
Two beads that
have grown and joined together naturally symbolize the holy union of Lord Shiva
and Goddess Parvati represented by the Soul and the Mind. The Gauri Shankar
Rudraksha is rarely found and blesses the wearer with the gifts of awakening of
Inner consciousness, spiritual evolution and oneness with people and elements.
It evokes pure universal love. It is known to improve relationships, bring joy
and harmony. The Gauri is an extremely influential and powerful Rudraksha that
is recommended for meditation. Regarded the best for peace and comfort
in the family. If a person worships Gauri Shankar at their place of worship,
their pain and suffering and other earthly obstacles are destroyed and peace
and pleasure in their family increase manifold.
