Various types of Rudraksha Beads and their Properties

Since ancient times, Rudraksha has been used as the blessing of Lord Shiva. Rudra stands for Lord Shiva who protects mankind from earthly miseries and sufferings with this holy bead. Do you know what Rudraksha is? Rudraksha is an evergreen broad-leaved tree found in the foothills of the Great Himalayas and the middle region of Nepal as well as Java Island of Indonesia. Rudraksha beads are the dried seeds of this tree which are covered by a blue-coloured shell outside. On each seed, vertical lines are running down its surface. These lines are commonly known as Mukhi and they determine different Mukhis of Rudraksha.

Though 1 to 21 Mukhi Rudraksha are there, yet 1 to 14 Mukhi Rudraksha are usually found. Here are the properties of different types of Rudraksha beads.

5 Mukhi – This five-faced Rudraksha helps cultivate inner freedom and purity.

6 Mukhi – This six-faced Rudraksha aid in mental and physical development and are specially intended for children.

2 Mukhi – These two-faced beads are supportive of marital relationships.

Gauri-Shankar – It looks like two beads joined together and aid in balancing energy and prosperity while activating the seven chakras.

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