All you need to know about Rudraksha

Rudraksha is the seed of Eliocarpus Ganitrus tree, mainly found in Nepal, Indonesia, and some parts of India. The tree is about 15 to 60 meters high and carries the seed for about seven years! It holds religious significance as well. When the word ‘Rudraksha’ is broken into two, then ‘Rudra’ means Lord Shiva and ‘Aksha’ means Teardrops. It is said that when Lord Shiva woke up after finishing meditation, a tear trickled down from his eye and fell on earth which became a Rudraksha tree. Therefore, it is known as ‘Teardrops of Shiva’ which is believed that it fell at the Pashupatinath Temple in Kathmandu, Nepal.

There are different types of Rudraksha with different ‘Mukhi’ or Face, ranging from 1-21 Mukhis. The vertical lines on the surface are called a Mukhi. Each Rudraksha Mukhi comes with benefits that have the power to protect the wearer from the malefic effects of planets greatly. You can wear a Rudraksha as per your sun sign as well to reap maximum benefits from it. But don’t know which Rudraksha is best to wear according to your zodiac sign? Take a look at the Chart below to know which one will do wonders for you!

Benefits of Rudraksha

For being mentioned in the ancient Hindu scriptures more than 15 times, Rudraksha is known to provide several benefits to the wearer. Each mukhi has a unique vibration that acts as a shield against negative energies.

It brings stability in order to lead a meaningful and balanced life.

It provides relief from unwanted stress and bestows the wearer with peace and harmony.

It removes all the barriers to help you stay on the path of success.

It helps you to focus better, brings more clarity and improves concentration.

It prevents several health problems related to skin and also, cures cold and cough.

It leads to monetary gains and brings prosperity

It destroys negative karma of previous birth

Things to remember while wearing a Rudraksha

Rudraksha beads can be worn as a mala or in a form of a pendant made of silver or gold either around the neck or can be placed in a temple. In addition to this, there are some more important points to be kept in mind while wearing a Rudraksha.

• Buy a genuine Rudraksha from a trusted brand only!

• Opt for well-shaped and undamaged seed

• The Rudraksha beads are best strung on silk or cotton threads

• The Rudraksha mala should not be exchanged with anybody

• Avoid wearing it while going to funerals

• It should be worn after energizing only. Chant the mantra ‘Om Namah Shivaya’ 108 times. The best day to wear is Monday.

• Oil the Rudraksha beads after every 3-4 months so that they don’t dry out.

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