How rudraksh come into existence: One Hindu legend says that once Lord Shiva opened his eyes after a long period yogic meditation, and because of strong feelings he shed a tear. This single tear from Shiva's eye grew into the rudraksha tree. It is believed that by wearing the Rudraksha bead one will have the protection of Lord Shiva.Rudraksha is a amalgamation of two words ‘Rudra’ meaning ‘Shiva’ and
‘Aksha’ meaning eyes. The Rudraksha beads range from being one faced
to 21 faced; however, only 1-14 faced Rudraksha are worn by humans. Each
of them has their own significance and is believed to have a few
extraordinary powers
Benefits:
Rudraksha beads are actually the seeds of a plant named Elaeocarpus
ganitrus. Since age old times, Hindus have been wearing Rudraksha beads
in their bodies. Hindu scriptures talk of several benefits of wearing
Rudraksh.
Health benefits of Rudraksha
Though mired in
obscurity so far, the Rudraksha is slowly but surely making its way into
the lives of the health conscious human beings. The Rudraksha helps in
relieving from blood pressure and lessening stress. Soak it in a glass
of water overnight and drink it the next day to relieve stomach
disorders. Dip it in any vegetable oil for 21 days, and apply it on your
aching joints and feel the relief you get.
Protects against negative energy
Rudraksha can
protect your body against the negative energies used by someone against
you. Due to jealousy and hatred, wicked people make use of evil spells
to cause troubles to others. The benefits of wearing Rudraksha can help
the person protect himself from such negative energies.
Rudraksha give Benefits to travellers
Rudraksha can
balance the vital forces within the body and fights all kinds of
contaminations. This quality lets you stay unharmed in new environments
and while consuming foods you are not used to. Hence Rudraksha was
highly useful to the Sadhus of Hinduism who have to travel far and wide
in their lives. If you are an extensive traveller, Rudraksha can help
you overcome all kinds of illnesses and problems related to travels.
Rudraksha Enhances concentration
Rudraksha is
known to enhance the power of mind and sharpen focus and concentration.
These properties are highly useful to Sadhus for meditation, students
for learning and grownups for excelling in their careers. Especially
four faced and six faced Rudraksha beads tied in copper wire can help
enhance memory.
Rudraksha Relieves pain
In many cases,
Rudraksha eases pains and cures poisonous sings. For a long time, people
have been depending on these seeds to remedy the pain due to scorpion
bite. Especially the five faced Rudraksha is rubbed on a grinding stone
and the paste is applied over the affected parts.
Rudraksha Controls bile and phlegm
Ayurveda believes
that the human body is made of three forces namely air, bile and
phlegm. All the diseases are caused due to the imbalance of these three
aspects in the body. Consuming the powder of Rudraksha by mixing it in
water can help in maintaining the balance of air, bile and phlegm.
Rudraksha Manages blood pressure
Rudraksha beads
have strong electromagnetic properties. This is a highly useful quality
to control blood pressure. By relieving the heat from the body,
Rudraksha also relaxes the body. In the treatment of blood pressure,
drinking a preparation mixing the ashes of 2 faced Rudraksha and
Swarnamachik is known to give remarkable results.
Rudraksha Improves intelligence and memory
Especially the
four faced Rudraksha is known to improve the memory power and
intelligence. Hence students will find wearing Rudraksha highly useful
in furthering their academic performance.
Rudraksha Makes the skin radiant
Those who wear
Rudraksha on their bodies regularly will possess a radiant skin. They
will overcome skin diseases and possess and excellent health. Therefore
the benefits of wearing Rudraksha are numerous.
One shouldnot wear Rudraksha while going to funerals and brothels. This is the most important task to remember. Always wear Rudraksha around the neck so that the beads touches the Heart area. This is most important because it will help to pass the energy of rudraksha via soul to entire human body.
Can a woman wear rudraksh?
Ans : Yes of course.There are no taboos about women wearing rudraksha.All humanbeings can wear rudraksh.Wearing a rudraksh is a blessing by Lord shiva.There is no Shiva without shakti & there is no shakti without Shiva.Shiva & shakti are one & the same.The beautifu example is ardhanareshwar which shows the equality of men & women.They are two sides of the same coin.Hence all rudraksh bead contains deva & devi.There are beads representing shiva ,parvati,Durga ,maa kaali ,etc.Hence the bead also represents devi or shakti ,this gives a clear picture of women can also wear rudraksh.Lord shiva doesnot discriminate between men, women,race,caste,religion,color,backgroung etc.God is available to all who prays with a kind& pure heart.So is rudraksh.
Rudraksha boosts luck
The Rudraksha
Beads have also been boosting the luck and prosperity of the wearer
significantly. It is quite understandable as with enhanced self-esteem
and confidence one achieves greater success in all ventures. Buddha wore
them, Gandhi wore them, and Dalai Lama wore them.
Medicinal & Scientific Value of Rudrakasha
Rudrakasha beads
have several amazing powers due to their electromagnetic character. This
Electromagnetic character empowers the bead to cure the human body
medically as well as spiritually.
As an example let us talk about Ek Mukhi:
Consciousness and wealth is attained along with health energy and luck are bestowed. Gives control over senses to brings concentration. It is the rarest and most auspicious among all Rudraksha beads. One mukhi chandrakar belongs a variety which is an alternate to Rudraksha
Specialty of Ek Mukhi Rudrakasha
The Majestic
thing in Ek mukhi Rudraksha is its overcoming natural powers. This
Rudraksha makes the person equal to Lord Shiva. It transmits Abundant
Power. Salvation (Mukti) is in his hands!
Ek Mukhi Rudraksha is the indication of Extreme Divine, Truth &
Attainment of eternity. Ek Mukhi (One Face) Rudraksha from Nepal is
considered to be auspicious and highly effective in reducing our
miseries. It is ruled by the Lord Sun. Eka Mukhi Rudraksha helps you to
lower your stress levels.
Ek Mukhi (One Face) Rudraksha can bring
extreme strength, will power, wealth, success, name, fame and
prosperity, self-confidence and enlightens the super consciousness. The
Ek Mukhi Rudraksha bead is highly useful during meditation. As stated by
Vedic scriptures, use of this type of Rudraksha prevents heart disease,
asthma, paralysis, etc.
Ruling God: Lord Shiva
Ruling Planet:Planet Sun
Beej Mantra:Om Hreem Namaha
Benefits of One Face Rudraksha:
• Ek Mukhi (One Face) Rudraksha helps you solve the complications and glitches of life.
• One Face Rudraksha helps in boosting leadership qualities
• Ek Mukhi Rudraksha improves your self-confidence
•
Ek Mukhi Rudraksha helps in controlling the anger and is believed to
have a healing effect on people with heart problems, diabetes, high
blood pressure etc.
• One Mukhi Rudraksha bead is the most auspicious among all Rudraksha beads.
Rudraksha and the 5 elements
Rudrakshas are
said to have properties of panchadhatu (5 elements) – which when
energized by cosmic rays and transmitted in to human body results into
good health and peace in life. So, wearing or chanting with Rudraksha
malas are said to have very good healing properties.
Baliga ShilpaPai
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