Rudraksh is formed by association of two words, 'RUDRA' and 'AKSHA'. Rudra is the name of Lord Shiva and Aksha means 'tear'. It is said that the plant of Rudraksh originated from the tear drops of Lord Shiva. As per the Vedic scriptures, Rudraksh can nullify the effects of malefic planets to a great extent. Shastras say Rudraksh of any mukhis can never do any harm to the wearer unlike Navratnas, which have to be carefully chosen. No other necklace or bead is as auspicious and powerful as Rudraksh.

Rudraksh comes in different facets or mukhis or the clefts or furrows on the surface. Shastras speak of 1 to 38 facet/mukhis but normally 1 to 14 mukhis are used for astrological benefits. Each facet/bead has a different effect on you, depending on the number of mukhis it has. Each facet or mukhi of Rudraksha bead in tandem with heart beat emit a specific frequency of electric current. This electrical impulse stimulates certain brain chemicals (like neurons, neuro-transmitters etc.) in turn affecting various positive states of mind, outlook, charisma, confidence and personality. Each Rudraksh is very individualistic and has to be carefully matched with one's horoscope for it to be beneficial.

Tantra, Yantra and Mantra, each has a very important place for Rudraksh. Vedas have given special weightage to Rudraksh, as it is believed that Rudraksh has originated from the tears of lord Shiva. Rudraksh emits tremendous energy and power. It is best known for its biomedical properties and in controlling stress, hypertension and blood pressure. Rudraksh is available mainly in Nepal and Malaysia.

The chain of 108 beads or 50 beads, if worn and worshipped, provides all types of benefits. Therefore, it is important that Rudraksh should always be respected and kept pure. One should not touch it with dirty hands and must be removed before entering the toilets. It is a blessing to mankind. It is believed that one, who wears Rudraksh on their bodies, cannot be affected by sins. Even if, one wears Rudraksh on his body, without doing worship and saying the sacred mantra, seldom gets near any sinful deed or thought.

The Rudrakshas are worn for their specific benefits. These are much more powerful and can help achieve wonders, if energized and empowered the right way. Rudraksh of different mukhis pleases the corresponding planets. It may be sufficient to go in for only for those mukhis whose ruling planets, cause malefic effects.

Rudraksha beads bearing miraculous properties in healing myriad types of physical, mind-related and psycho-somatic-illnesses have been acclaimed worldwide. Those with years of medication like tranquilizers, anti-depressants, beta blockers etc. have found themselves a new life. Some of the many different aspects where Rudraksha beads are ideal are:

1.   Mind related :  like Stress, depression, mood disorders, lack of concentration, feeling of not being in control, not being able to relax
2.  Physical Level: like Blood pressure high and low, cardiac ailments, breathing troubles, asthma, heart troubles. Effects – enhanced stamina and1energy levels, boosts immune system. Rudraksha has potent of anti- aging properties.
3.  Spiritual Level: Rudraksha beads are very ideal for Meditation, enhanced state of awareness, Reiki, excellent peace of mind, feeling of being in tune with nature and the Infinite intelligence and Yoga practice.