7 Aug 2021 HYN Himalayan Yoga Academy
Introduction of Rudrakshya Mala
Rudrakshya is a seed traditionally used for prayer beads in Hinduism. It is associated with the Hindu deity Lord Shiva. Here, “Rudra” stands for Lord Shiva, and “Akshya “ stands for Shiva’s tears. The question that always comes to yoga and meditation practitioners about Rudrakhsya that Why it is so called tears of Lord Shiva. Actually when Sati who is called `Dakshyani ‘ – Daughter of Dakshya. Also, the first wife of Shiva, Parvati, Sati’s reincarnation after Sati’s death. More about the Benefits of Rudrakshya Mala.
When Dakshya insulted Sati in front of all the guests during a fire ceremony, calling Lord Shiva a disgusting and terrible person, Sati felt humiliated and jumped into the fire pit (Agni Kunda). When Lord Shiva learned of this incident, he became furious, plucked a lock of his hair, and struck it on the ground. From that strike, two deities, Virbhadra and Bhadrakali, were born. Shiva ordered them to destroy the fire ceremony and kill Dakshya immediately.
After Sati’s death, Shiva carried her lifeless body in his hands and flew toward Kailasha, his home. During this time, Shiva was overcome with deep sorrow, and some of his tears fell to the earth, where they transformed into Rudrakshya. Grief-stricken after Sati’s death, Shiva meditated for many years. When he finally opened his eyes, his tears, born from years of deep sadness and attachment, began to fall. This is how Rudrakshya was formed.
People primarily use the seeds in Nepal and India as beads for organic jewelry or malas, valuing them similarly to semi-precious stones. Rudrakshya malas are available in different combinations, ranging from one mukhi to 21 mukhi beads, each carrying significant meaning and value.
Scientific benefits of Rudrakshya
1) Rudrakshya mala protects the wearer from negative energies like ghosts, evil spirits, and other such malefic components of our world.
2) Rudrakshya Mala creates a cocoon on their own energy helping the wearer sleep easily and make other adjustments smoothly .
3) It is known for its mystic healing properties that can help cure various physical and emotional disorders.
4) Rudrakhsya beads can increase focus and concentration.
5) It is also useful for water purification purposes.
6) It also helps to improves our physical health .
7) Rudrakhsya brings peace, tranquility, and calmness to the person wearing it.
Spiritual benefits of Rudrakshya
1) Increases devotion as its origin is related with the Hindu deity Lord Shiva .
2) Safeguards its wearer from negative energy.
3) A Rudrakshya is supportive for the certain practices like chanting of mantra .
4) Rudrakshya beads increase thinking capacity, concentration power, and wisdom.
5) Remove the fear of death and feelings of detachment.
6) It creates positive aura.
7) Also gives the blessings of Shiva.
8) Helps to balance water elements.