Rudraksha has originated from a Sanskrit word. Rudra symbolizes Lord Shiva and Aksha are tear drops of Lord Shiva, which fell on earth, in the form of Rudraksha plants. There are many stories in Hindu mythology about Rudraksha. References of Rudraksha is found in our Hindu mythology and Vedic scriptures of Shiva Purana, Padma Purana and Shrimad Bhagwata. Rudraksha is said to a favourite of Lord Shiva.
Modern scientific research came out with positive results about Rudraksha. It is found that it stores electromagnetic properties, which influence human physiology. There are many types of Rudrakshas are available, like Gauri Shankar, one faced to fourteen faced. Each Rudraksha has its own influences and properties. Rudraksha is worn to get benefic results and is helpful in curing diseases, like epilepsy, hypertension, blood pressure, controlling stress, whooping cough, wounds. Wearing of Rudraksha not only pleases Lord Shiva but one can also get blessings of Lord Vishnu, Durga, Ganesh and Lord of Navagrahas (nine planets). It reduces the ageing process and attains peace and harmony in life.
Gauri Shankar Rudraksha
An extremely influential Rudraksha. It is made of two beads joined together. It is said to represent Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It helps to improve marital relationship and brings joy and harmony. Possession of this Rudraksha enhances attraction and attention from the opposite sex. It is considered very sacred. Extreme care needs to be taken for its upkeep.
The Mantra for Wearing Gauri Shankar Rudraksha
The person should recite the following mantra 108 times daily.
OM NAMAH SHIVAY
One Faced Rudraksha - Ruling planet of one faced Rudraksha is Sun. It controls the malefic effects of Sun and cures diseases of the right eye, head, ear, bowel and bones. Psychologically the confidence, charisma, leadership qualities and prosperity of the person increases as the Sun is pleased with the wearer. It brings you immense power, wealth, luxuries, fame, massive confidence boost and spiritual enrichment.
This is the best among all other Rudraksha seeds. These give all the worldly pleasures and then helps one to attain perfection in after life. This is the symbol of lord Rudra. It bestows all prosperity on the devotees.
Represents Lord Shiva and its possessor is blessed with divine powers of Lord Shiva.
The person should recite the following mantra 108 times daily.
OM AIM NAMAH
Two Faced Rudraksha - The ruling planet of two Mukhi Rudraksha is Moon. They effectively control the malefic effects of Moon and diseases of the left eye, kidney, intestines etc. Emotionally it generates harmony in relationships. This bead helps in developing harmonious relationships. The moon is the ruling planet and hence its influence can greatly help in controlling negative traits, like anger, frustration and lack of concentration.
The wearer of this Rudraksh gets all his desires fulfilled and he also attains peace of mind. This also helps in meditation and attainment of spiritual merit becomes easier.
The person should recite the following mantra 108 times daily.
OM SHREEM NAHAM
Three Faced Rudraksha - The ruling planet is Mars, malefic effects are diseases of blood, blood pressure, weakness, disturbed menstrual cycle, kidney etc.. Depression, negative and guilty feelings, inferiority complexes can be lessened by wearing this Rudraksha. The three Mukhi Rudraksha is worn to boost self-confidence and to counter depression. It also provides physical strength and helps to cure several diseases. It also wards off ill luck and tensions and can help purify all sins. It bestows health, wealth and knowledge too.
It is very effective for the cure of jaundice. It’s wearer always remains healthy and active.
The person should recite the following mantra 108 times daily.
OM KLEEM NAMAH
Four Faced Rudraksha - The ruling planet is Mercury, representing Goddess Saraswati and Brahma. This Rudraksha nullifies the malefic effects of Mercury and pleases Goddess Saraswati. It also governs logical and structural thinking.
This bead helps to achieve a healthy mind and body. It can help to increase mental power, intelligence, knowledge and concentration. It can also increase sexual power and attractiveness. It is used for making one self more sought after by the opposite sex.
The person should recite the following mantra 108 times daily.
OM HREEM NAMAH
Five Faced Rudraksha - The ruling planet is Jupiter. It helps to attain success in all walks of life and helps in gaining knowledge, wealth, power and fame. It is also very often used in the cure of several diseases. It is a very sought after bead, that can actually help you achieve happiness and eternal bliss.It also represents Lord Shiva and is very effective in the elimination of your enemies. It helps in diseases pertaining to lungs, heart and blood.
The person should recite the following mantra 108 times daily.
OM SHREEM NAMAH
Six Faced Rudraksha: - It’s ruling planet is Venus. Venus governs genital organs, throat, valour, sexual pleasure, love, music etc. This bead enriches the career path and helps to achieve immense professional and academic success. It helps you to fulfil dreams and lead a very luxurious life.
Men should wear this Rudraksha in the right hand and woman in the left hand. This confers knowledge of the highest kind. This helps women in diseases like hysteria and other mental illness. Those interested in Tantra also benefit from it. It also helps students and businessmen. It is beneficial in the cure of epilepsy and all women related problems.
The person should recite the following mantra 108 times daily.
OM HOOM NAMAH
Seven Faced Rudraksha: - This Rudraksha governed by Saturn, the all powerful Shani Bhagwan. When worn it sublimates the malefic effects of Shani, or Saturn and its diseases, like impotency, cold, obstructions, hopelessness, delay, chronic disease, scarcity, worry etc. The seven faced bead helps in building finances and
amassing wealth. It can help to attain prosperity and peace of mind. It is considered very auspicious, because it helps ward off fatal diseases, death and achieve longevity. The person should recite the following mantra 550 times daily.
OM HOOM HOOM NAMAH
Eight Faced Rudraksha: - Ruling planet is Rahu, hence helpful in sublimating it’s malefic effects. It’s malefic effects are similar to that of Shani, or Saturn This bead increases the strength of character and mind and helps in achieving happiness, fame, good health and increases confidence.
By wearing it all the pleasures increase and all the difficulties diminish. This is especially
USED IN WORSHIP AND RITUALS.
Wearers of this get long life and they become truthful. Such a person is born free of diseases, is wise and knowledgeable. Such persons will have special ability and talent in studies. They shall remain away from sin.
The person should recite the following mantra 108 times daily.
OM HOOM NAMAH
Nine Faced Rudraksha: - This Rudraksha controls malefic effects of Ketu. The malefic effects cause mental fatigue, lack of energy, failures etc. This Rudraksha can help amass wealth, property, assets and lead a luxurious life and help fulfil dreams and ambitions. It makes you more energetic and more action oriented. Those who wear it also obtain grace of Bhairava. They are benefited by the power of Bhairava.
The wearer is freed from the fear of death. The possessor is blessed with all kinds of fame, respect and success, related to spiritual progress.
The person should recite the following mantra 108 times daily.
OM HREEM HROOM NAMAH
Ten Faced Rudraksha: - The wearer gets a sense of security. The ten faced Rudraksha is very powerful and can help overcome fears and develop a sound mind. It can help a person enjoy the benefits of life, attain happiness and success. It also safeguards against evil influences around you and gives a secure and protective feeling.This Rudraksha represents lord Vishnu. The wearer of this Rudrakshsa remains free from all the evil effects of inauspicious planets and all other evil spirits. This Rudraksha is helpful in all respiratory diseases, if taken with milk in paste form. This is very helpful in chronic cough and asthama. Its wearer is protected from all types of attacks from weapons.
The person should recite the following mantra 108 times daily.
OM HREEM HROOM NAMAH
Eleven Faced Rudraksha: - This is the symbol of Indra, the lord of the gods. It has combined powers of eleven gods stored within. This should be kept in a safe place of worship, or with the jewellery etc. or in a safe box. This enhances wealth and prosperity. This grants long life to the husband of the wearer. This helps in be getting desired son, or daughter also love and affection of the desired person.
The person should recite the following mantra 108 times daily.
OM SHREEM NAMAH
Twelve Faced Rudraksha: - This also symbolises lord Vishnu. Sun God is always kind to the wearer of this Rudraksha. Such a person always enjoys wealth, prosperity and worldly pleasures. All twelve ADITYAS are said to be having their abodes in each of twelve faces. The wearer obtains the virtues of gifting cows.
It helps to realise dreams and achieve goals. It should be worn by people wanting to attain influential and powerful positions. It is an extremely blessed bead and provides protection against many evils and perils. The bead is said to increase your charisma and charm.
Before wearing the rosary of this Rudraksha, the following Mantra should be recited 1008 times, while keeping the rosary in hands. Only after reciting the following Mantras, the rosary should be worn:
OM HROOM HREEM NAMAH
Thirteen Faced Rudraksha: - Effects are similar to that of six faced. It represents Lord Indra, the Lord of Gods. Wearer is able to enjoy all the earthly pleasures and comforts are at his disposal. This Rudraksha is also rare and difficult to get, but has immense power. It helps attain Moksha(salvation) It is often used to increase attractiveness and has hypnotic influences on those, who are smitten with your charm. It also helps attain a sound mind and body and enjoy the various luxuries of life.
It fulfils all the desires of the wearer and it brings good luck to him. Such a person remains away from sinful deeds and thoughts. All his worldly desires are fulfilled. Only lucky persons are able to get it. All your wishes can be fulfilled by possessing it. The possessor is blessed with complete manhood and his physical weakness is cured by drinking the milk in which this has been boiled. It is proper to take the Rudraksha in hand first and then the following Mantra should be recited 432 times. Thereafter it should be worn around the neck.
OM HREEM NAMO NAMAH
Fourteen Faced Rudraksha - This Rudraksha is helpful in opening the third eye Chakra, which governs clairvoyance, sharpened skills, heightened state of awareness etc. This Rudraksha symbolises Lord Shiva and also Lord Hanuman. It is helpful in many diseases. It enhances all the pleasures of life and if worn on the arms, or on the top of the head, such a wearer is honoured even by God.
It helps combat the obstacles in life and emerge victorious in most difficult situations. It can help you achieve positions of power and authority and develop a strong sixth sense. But it demands utmost care and attention. It can actually help you achieve more than you could have ever conceived for yourself. A very powerful bead, but very few good quality beads are available.
The person should recite the following mantra 108 times daily.
OM NAMAH SHIVAY