Interesting Facts About Rudraksha

Friday, March 21, 2014, 15:12 [IST]

You must have heard about the Rudraksha. These are the brown coloured beads which Lord Shiva devotees usually wear in their arms or neck. The term Rudraksha is a combination of two words Rudra meaning Shiva and Aksha meaning eyes. The Rudraksha tree is believed to have originated from Lord Shiva's tears. Hence, it is called Rudraksha.

The Rudraksha tree is found abundantly in the Himalayan region. The tree requires low temperature and pollution-free environment to survive. Therefore, it is found only in the hilly regions of Nepal and Himachal Pradesh. The Rudraksha trees can survive as long as 100 years.

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The Rudraksha beads are woven into a 'mala' or a kind of a rosary which is used for repetitive prayer. The Rudraksha beads range from being one faced to 21 faced. However, only 1-14 faced Rudraksha are worn by humans. Each of them have their own importance and is believed to have miraculous powers. Wearing Rudraksha is said to heal many ailments and also bring positive energy into a person's life. Read on to know more interesting facts about Rudraksha.

Ek Mukhi Rudraksha

This one faced Rudraksha is considered the closest form of Lord Shiva. The mantra for this Rudraksha is "'Om Hreem Namah". This mantra has to be chanted while wearing the Rudraksha. This type of Rudraksha provides all kinds of materialistic pleasures and wealth to the one who wears it.

Do Mukhi Rudraksha

The two faced Rudraksha fulfills all kinds of wishes. The mantra to be recited while wearing this is "Om Namah".

Teen Mukhi Rudraksha

This three faced Rudraksha is for those who seek knowledge. The mantra for this Rudraksha is "Om Kleen Namah".

Chaar Mukhi Rudraksha

The four faced Rudraksha is considered to be the form of Lord Brahma. This type of Rudraksha grants a man Dharma, Artha, Kama and Moksha. The mantra for this Rudraksha is "Om Hreem Namah".

Paanch Mukhi Rudraksha

The five faced Rudraksha helps you to get rid of all the obstacles and problems in life. The mantra for this Rudraksha is "Om Hreem Namah".

Chah Mukhi Rudraksha

This Rudraksha is supposed to be the form of Lord Kartikeya. Wearing this Rudraksha on right hand helps one get rid of the sin of Brahmahatya. The mantra for this Rudraksha is "Om Hreem Hum Namah".

Saat Mukhi Rudraksha

This seven faced Rudraksha is for people who have incurred huge monetary losses or do not earn much. The mantra for this Rudraksha is "Om Hum Namah".

Aath Mukhi Rudraksha

The eight faced Rudraksha is a form of Bhairava. This Rudraksha is for good health and to prevent accidents. The mantra for this Rudraksha is "Om Hum Namah".

Nau Mukhi Rudraksha

This is considered to be the nine forms of Shakti. Those who wear this Rudraksha attain all kinds of happiness and prosperity. The mantra for this Rudraksha is "Om Hreem Hum Namah".

Das Mukhi Rudraksha

This ten faced Rudraksha is considered to be a form of Lord Vishnu. Wearing this Rudraksha brings happiness into your life. The mantra for this Rudraksha is "Om Hreem Namah".

Gyarah Mukhi Rudraksha

The eleven faced Rudraksha is worn to attain success in all fields of life. The mantra for this Rudraksha is "Om Hreem Hum Namah".

Barah Mukhi Rudraksha

The twelve faced Rudraksha is worn for happiness and good health. This Rudraksha should be worn in the hair. The mantra for this Rudraksha is "Om Krom Shrom Roum Namah".

Terah Mukhi Rudraksha

The thirteen faced Rudraksha is the form of Vishwadevas. It is worn for luck. The mantra for this Rudraksha is "Om Hreem Namah".

Chaudah Mukhi Rudraksha

The fourteen faced Rudraksha is supposed to be the form of Lord Shiva Himself. This Rudraksha should be touched on the forehead. This Rudraksha is worn to get rid of all sins. The mantra to be recited while wearing this is "Om Namah".