Rudraksha is a seed ( fruit) covered with pulp and green skin which turns a blue black in time after plucked from the tree. Rudraksha beads are generally round in shape, up to one inch in diameter, and can have from one face Rudraksha to twenty-one faces Rudraksha, like facets of a cut gem.The Rudraksha bead tree is considered the tear drop that fell from Lord Shiva., Rudraksha (seeds) are found that are grown together in various formations. Each seed has a naturally occurring hole in the center from the fruit itself. It is also believed that wearing the rudraksha distracts the evil eye, it brings luck.

Rudraksha

According to Hindu Puranas, Rudraksha trees were created from the tears shed by LordShiva.

Rudraksha is an integral part of Lord Shiva. Since it is so dear to the Lord, all the devotees of Shiva must wear it. The importance of Rudraksh can be felt even by seeing it. It helps a great deal in lessening the pain and sufferings of people. It fulfills all the desires and wishes of the wearer. Rudraksh eliminates the fear of untimely death. Since times immemorial,people have been wearing Rudraksh for good health, wealth, attainment and salvation.

A Rudraksha bead is considered to be the most divine and powerful ornament for the human body. It was created by Lord Shiva and is believed to fulfill desires, expectations and ambitions and also free one from all sins and diseases. Rudraksha has been used by gods, saints, sages from ancient time for spiritual purposes and to gain good health.

Benefits of Rudraksha beads

* Rudraksha is one of the best means to invite the Goddess of wealth.
* There is no fear of untimely death to the wearer of Rudraksh.
* It helps in awakening the Kundilini.
* It paves way for peace and harmony in life.
* It helps a great deal in controlling stress levels.
* It enhances self power.

Care of Rudraksha:

Care & Precautions for Rudraksha & mala Regular washing with water is good for the beads . If not worn during bath , the beads may be washed in normal clean water , during prayers .

If rudraksha or mala are worn during bath , then it is recommended to keep them away from Soap , as it penetrates the bead pores and makes them dehydrated . Clean your rudraksha bead when you feel they require cleaning after regular usage . Dip in Luke warm water. Add some liquid soap . Keep for minimum 2 hours and then brush with a plastic brush to clean the dirt and grime that fixes in the pores of the beads .

Then wash with running water and leave the beads to dry for several hours , every few months or whenever the beads seem dry as oiling makes the beads strong.