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Rudrakshas have not only
medicinal use, they have religious value. They have been created by none else
than Lord Shiva, As the name suggests Rudra stands for the Lord and akshya means
eyes. Rudraksha is a tree which bears fruits of various colours-- red, black,
and mixed. The trees are generally found in Nepal, Malaysia and the countries of
north Asia. The trees are of medium or dwarf size and the fruit is called 'Rudraksh'.
Rudraksh is found to be similar to walnut shell. When the cover is broken or
cut, Rudraksh is found inside. After the fruits dry up, they develop strips all
around their masses. These have one and more faces. Faces are natural lines
found across Rudraksh. Every Rudraksh has a specific purpose.
Our religious books have
mentioned the immense importance of the fruit. Garlands made of Rudrakshas are
supposed to be highly auspicious and sacred.
Rudrakshas are borne with various
mouths --- Varying from one mouth to 14 mouths. When two Rudrakshas get attached
to each other, that is called Gouri-Shankar, i.e. Lord Shiva and Parvati joined.
That is a rate phenomenon.
A bead is the right instrument for
offering prayers to God. The bead of the holy Rudraksha is suitable for the
purpose.
Importance of Rudraksh
This rosary is very auspicious
and takes the wearer close to the Almighty. According to Hindu Mythology, the
use of Rudraksha rosary means that Lord Shiva would give his choicest blessings
upon the wearer. It has significant effect on our body, mind and soul and can be
used for propitiation of advice on planetary configurations.
It is said that once there was a
daitya named Tripurasur who was unconquerable. Brahma, VIshnu, and other deities
were tired of him as they were being harassed by him. Finally they approached
Lord Shiva and requested him to help them to get rid of him. Lord Shiva thought
of using a special fire-weapon named Aghor. This weapon destroyed everything. It
is believed that it was like an atom explosion. Lord Shiva used that weapon to
destroy Tripurasur. During the use of this weapon, Lord Shiva could not open his
eyes and when he opened them they became watery, and a few drops of water
dropped on earth. These drops later appeared in the shape of trees and the
fruits of 38 types appeared which are now called Rudrakshas. Lord Shiva is known
as Rudra and his tears are named Ashak. Hence the named Rudrakshas. Of these
Rudraksha, 12 types have been assigned to Sun, 10 to five and 16 to Moon.
Various faces
It is believed that the smaller the
size of Rudrakshas, the more auspicious is it.
One-faced
Rudraksha is rare and is considered to be Lord Shiva himself. On this, the
figures of Shiva Linga, Serpent, om, Trishul and other auspicious marks are not
found. The use of this Rudraksha around the neck blesses the wearer with
authority, wealth and comforts and luxuries of life. The sadhaka will have
darshan of his deity. It bestows supernatural powers and enables him to do good
deeds and attain salvation. It is good for heart ailments also.
The
two-faced Rudraksha beads are believed to be of Lord Shiva and Parvati. Its
use Blesses the wearer with the blessings of both deities. for Shiva bhakti this
is termed the best. To end tamsic habits this greatly beneficial. The use of
this is also good for concentration and peace of mind and upliftment of
spiritual nature. Pregnant ladies should wear it around their waist or arm for
the successful birth of a child. One Rudraksha may be kept under the pillow. It
is also very useful for vashikaran to attract someone to your fold. The sins of
the wearer are condoned by wearing this.
The
three-faced Rudraksha keeps one free from all types of bad luck. Its use is
best for wealth and education. A fever is cured by its use after three days.
Persons born in Aries, Leo and Saggitarius ascendants must wear this. The wearer
becomes fiery as fire.
The
four-faced Rudraksha is ascribed to Brahma. Its use blesses a person with
wealth and good health. One becomes spiritual and achieves the goal in life. Its
use increases the intellect and power of speech. This is also used in Vashi
Karan Akarshan (attraction) and for sexual purpose. If one boils it in milk and
takes the milk for 20 days, it stimulates the mind and removes worries.
The
five-faced Rudraksha is believed to be more auspicious and is ascribed to
Panch Brahma, and the use of same leads to the blessings of Lord Shiva. It
indicates Moksha and fulfillment of all desires and keeps the wearer away from
diseases. To remove constipation, one should place one bead on the umbilical and
should count up to 108 and then again count 108 in reverse manner for 21 days
and keep the bead in a temple. It is known as Sarv Kalyankari and Mangal Data.
The
six-faced Rudraksha is ascribed to Kartika, son of Lord Shiva and he is
supposed to exist in those fruits. The male should use it on the right arm. Its
use blesses the wearer with all comforts of life. It is specially useful to
attain siddhi (supernatural powers) and success in business. It is also useful
for curing hysteria, epileptic fits and other diseases that afflict ladies. The
seven-faced Rudraksha is termed as Aanat and its lords are Sapta Rishis. Its use
blesses the native with sex power, respect, wealth and spiritual power.
The
eight-faced Rudraksha is ascribed to Ganesha. It blesses all comforts of
life and removes sins arising from having illicit relations with women.
The
nine-faced Rudraksha is ascribed to Bhairon, Yam and Kapil Muni. It should
be used on the left arm during Navaratras for getting blessing from Durga. The
wearer enjoys wealth and family comforts, children's welfare and fulfillment of
all hopes.
The
ten-faced Rudraksha is ascribed to Lord Vishnu himself. The user is
protected from the malefic influence of all planets, evil effects of souls and
becomes bold. In tantrik rites, it carries special importance. The person who
wears it is safe from all tantrik attacks, and Akal Mritiyu.
The
eleven-faced bead is ascribed to Lord Indra. It is believed to be highly
powerful, possessing eleven strengths of eleven deities. It should be kept in
the house at the place of puja and in the cash box. It is specially useful for
ladies, as it blesses them with a husband whose lifespan is long and one who is
progressive and wealthy. It is said that after purification, if a lady wears it,
she is surely blessed with a son.
The
twelve-faced Rudraksha is ascribed to Lord Vishnu. If worn in the ears, all
disorders are quelled. Its wear and use indicates comforts, employment and
blessings of all the deities. The fear of thieves and fire and other obstacles
is removed. It is the best to absolve sins and is called Aditya Rudraksha. Its
rosary consists of 32 beads, which is equal to the number of teeth.
The
thirteen-faced Rudraksha, if available and used, is very auspicious. It is
ascribed to Vishva Devas. The user gains Moksha, fulfils all his desires,
ambitions and is endowed with good health, wealth, property and comforts of
life. It gives many types of siddhis and one can attract anybody.
The
fourteen-faced Rudraksha is very rare and is ascribed to lord Shiva himself.
It cures diseases, bestows all comforts of life and a high position, Status and
better luck in politics. If boiled in milk and drunk for 20 days, the man gets
relief from all worries. It also removes evil effects of Saturn, and ensures
victory over enemies. It should be worn on the head.
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