Q: What are Rudraksha Beads ? Where are they available?
A: Rudraksha beads, botanically known as Elaeocarpus Ganitrus Roxb are the seeds of the Rudraksha fruit from Rudraksha trees, Rudraksha trees are found mainly in South Eastern Asian Islands of Java, Sumatra, Borneo, Bali, Iriyan Jaya, Timor of what is Known as modern day Indonesia and parts of South Asian Kingdom of Nepal, Around 70% of the Rudraksha trees are found in Indonesia, 25%from Nepal and 5% in India There are called on the surface of the beads and they are called Mukhis.

Q: What is special about Rudraksha beads ?Are Rudraksha Beads used only for Meditation ? Is it meant only for people of certain background ?
A: Asians have used Rudraksha beads traditionally. Asian Yogis and Monks found that merely wearing the Rudraksha beads gave them astonishingly tremendous amount of tranquility, concentration that helped them meditate for a long period of time with spectacular control over their mind.
By wearing these beads one gets tranquility, peace of mind, focus and concentration This kind of state of mind is equally ideal for meditation as well as for any other mind related activity by modern day professionals Concentration and focus are the most important requirement for success in any field, Apart from 5 Faceted Rudraksha Beads there are available from 1 Facet to 38 Facet Beads, From 15 Facet to 21 Facet it is available though not commonly. From 22 to 38 Facets it is rare Other Beads apart from 5 Facets are more powerful and have certain specific use. These different faceted beads selectively alter personality and mindset in a positive way. Rudraksha is meant for entire humanityy Rudraksha can rejuvenate our Mind, Body and Soul, make us perform to our full potential and enhance our overall quality of life The anti aging property of Rudraksha is well experienced. Rudraksha, the Electro Magnetic Beads, are the Beads with a utility.

On seeing such powers of Rudraksha beads many considered it to have some Supernaltural Powers. Divine and Godsend There have been countless menion of these beads and it's Powers In various ancient Indian and Buddhist scriptures.

Q: Can one wear the combination of Different Mukhis ?How do we decide which combination of beads to wear ?
A: Yes one can wear the combination of all the beads. The individual Powers of the beads can be felt simultaneously one can also wear a pendant of any specific facet of beads. Either more number of a particular facet of beads or a mix of different facet of beads can be worn.
You can choose beads according to the properties of the different beads. You may choose to wear one bead of different facets or multiple beads as wearing multiple beads enhances the Power of that mukhi .You could add to this, the rudraksha of specific planets for pacifying those planets in your horoscope that are giving negative influences. Rudraksha Therapy is more effective than gem therapy as rudraksha also pacify the negative influence of planets and also give peace and comfort to the wearer.

Q: Can all wear Rudraksha ?How long it takes to feel some effect ?
A: Yes Everyone irrespective of Sex, Age, Cultural, Ethnic, Geographical and Religious background can wear it.
Some changes are observed immediately other changes take time our ancient books talk of a 40-day period for results to manifest. Wearing Rudraksha brings auspiciousness in your life and it will work continuously for you giving benefits.

Q: How to test the genuinely of the beads ?How do we choose a good Rudraksha ?
A: Tests like floating and sinking of beads to test originality are not correct tests as even an unripe or dry but genuine rudraksha may float. And a non-genuine bead may sink. Copper coin tests etc do not give conclusive results, as nowadays fake rudraksha are made by tampering original rudraksha beads So the client needs to be aware about the ways In which a rudraksha is faked and use simple procedures like observing ttle mukh lines by magnifying glass, soaking in warm water to observe tampered mukh lines if any etc Best way is to procure from reliable source.
Many get confused with the shape and size. One should not seriously Worry about it. Just see that the Mukhi is well defined and that there Are no cracks near the central hole and bead is healthy and not eaten By insects etc.

Q: Can ladies wear ?Is it that only Hindus can wear ?What is the life of Rudraksha beads ?
A: Yes, ladies can, barring those 4-5 days when nature is at work.
No. All can wear Sun, Moon, Stars, Rivers and Plants have No Religion.
Life of rudraksha could be any number of years. If well protected, can be passed on from generation to generation.

Q: In what other way can Rudraksha control blood pressure ?Does Rudraksha help Sudden Nervousness ?
A: Take a glass of water. Dip two pieces of five Mukhis in it, preferably after sunset. Drink it when you get up in the morning, before any other Intake. Do not use copper glasses.
Yes. Keep a big size 5 Mukhi Rudraksha with you. Whenever you feel nervous due to sudden shock and feel cold, just hold it tightly in your right palm for 10 minutes. You will regain your confidence and body will start warming up.

Q: Can the family members keep Interchanging Neck Malas, Japa Malas or Rudraksha beads ?Should we wear Rudraksha on body when we have to go to cremation ground ?
A: No, There is a relationship between the wearer and Rudraksha. Which is very private and must not be shared but it can be willed and passed on to the next generation.
No, one should not wear it while visiting cremation ground.

Q: Care and Precautions?
A: Mala should be taken off while taking bath as regular Soap could dehydrate the beads and clog the pores of the beads. Also Talcum powder clogs the pores of the beads. Authentic Puranas do recommend taking bath with Rudraksha on the body, so if you decide to do so, protect them from soap and powder.

Rudraksha may be worn on a regular basis. There is no taboo written in our authentic Puranas to be followed while wearing them. Some books state that the mala could be taken off during menstrual cycle. Sex, and bowel movements and in funeral times It is recommended to take off mala at night before sleep and worn again in the morning after bath. If the beads need cleaning after regular wear, dip them in warm soapy water overnight. Then Scrub them thoroughly using a plastic brush after this wash them with normal water and let them dry. Then apply oil (Olive oil/Sandal wood Oil) on the beads using a small toothbrush. Then purify by offering Incense and sandal paste and chant the Seed mantras for the rudraksha beads Rudraksha are strong beads and have a life of thousands of years if well taken care of.
"Om namah shivay"!!