This type of Rudraksha symbolizes Lord Shiva himself. Generally it comes in the shape of cashew nut or half moon. This is the supreme Rudraksha for anyone who want to enjoy all the worldly blessings as well as get devoted to the supreme power. A person wearing this rudraksha becomes Fearless and no amount of negative powers or enmity can affect him. The power of concentration increases, all his sins are destroyed and a feeling of contentment and happiness comes along with Spirituality. The wearer of this Rudraksha begins to feel a detachment from worldly affairs and his inclination towards the supreme power i.e. God increases. This is the only Rudraksha that provides Health, Wealth and Happiness in true sense as it also enhances the Spiritual Growth of the wearer.
Mantra : "Om Hreem Namaha"
Ruling Planet : "Sun"
Two mukhi Rudraksha symbolizes the combined form of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Therefore, it is also known as the UNITY Rudraksha as it brings about unity for its wearer. This Rudraksha helps in harmonizing relations between two individuals (Husband-Wife, Father-Son and Friends etc.) thereby making happier and lasting relations. A 2 mukhi Rudraksha frees a person from even the sin of a cow slaughter. It gives a blessing of happy family, improved relationships with all people around as well as getting a suitable match.
Mantra : "Om Namaha"
Ruling Planet : "Moon"
A three Mukhi Rudraksha has three natural lines or Mukhas on its surface. The ruling deity of this Rudraksha is Lord Agni (Fire). This Rudraksha destroys all the sins done by a person in his past life and makes him pure on a spiritual level like Agni does with all those who come in its contact. This Rudraksha should also be worn to get rid of Inferiority Complex as well as from Fear of unknown. It is helpful for those people also who experience self hatred or mental stress and it makes a person energetic via freeing him from laziness.
Mantra : "Om Kleem Namaha"
Ruling Planet : "Mars"
A four Mukhi Rudraksha have four lines (Mukhas) on its surface. The ruling deity of this Rudraksha is Lord Brahma (One of the Gods of Hindu Trinity) who is the creator of universe as well as the bestower of knowledge and creativity. A wearer of this Rudraksha becomes more knowledgeable since his powers of concentration and learning are increased manifold as well as his memory power also increases and therefore he is able to retain whatever knowledge he acquires. This Rudraksha also positively affects speech of the person so that he is able to use it for his advantage. Students who wear this Rudraksha are able to do better in their studies due to increased memory power and concentration.
Mantra : "Om Hreem Namaha"
Ruling Planet : "Mercury"
A five Mukhi Rudraksha has got 5 natural lines (mukhas) on its surface. The ruling deity of this Rudraksha is Lord “Kalagni” which is a form of Lord Shiva. This is a most commonly found Rudraksha & it destroys the “Bad Karmas” of the present life, thereby making the wearer pure and his mind become peaceful and calm. This Rudraksha removes sins of various kinds which have been committed by a person in the present life. This Rudraksha has been highly regarded in Ancient Texts and Scripts and it has been given the status of " Dev Guru Rudraksha " because of the fact that its ruling planet is Jupiter who is the Guru of Gods. This Rudraksha also protects a person from Accidental Deaths and it is also very important in any kind of Saadhna or Meditation. A five mukhi Rudraksha also gives a person Name, Fame and Mental Peace.
Mantra : "Om Hreem Namaha"
Ruling Planet : "Jupiter"
A Six Mukhi Rudraksha has six lines (Mukhas) on it surface. The ruling deity of this Rudraksha is Lord Kartikeya who is the second son of Lord Shiva and is also the chief of the celestial army. Therefore the wearer of this Rudraksha gets courage as well as wisdom by the blessings of Lord Kartikeya. This Rudraksha also increases the will power and the power of expression and hence, Leaders & Actors who have to perform or give speeches can derive benefits by wearing this bead. It is said that wearer of this Rudraksha is blessed by Goddess Parvati, Goddess Maha Lakshmi as well as Goddess Saraswati since all of them have blessed Lord Kartikeya who is the ruling Deity of this Rudraksha. Hence, the wearer of this Rudraksha is bestowed with Health, Wealth & Happiness as well as all the Luxuries, Pleasures and Comforts of Life since the ruling planet of this Rudraksha is planet Venus.
Mantra : "Om Hreem Hum Namah"
Ruling Planet : "Venus"
A Seven mukhi Rudraksha has seven lines ( mukhas) on its surface. The ruling deity of seven Mukhi Rudraksha is Goddess Maha Lakshmi (Goddess of wealth) and the ruling planet is Saturn. Hence, the wearer of this Rudraksha gets wealth and prosperity by the blessings of Goddess Maha Lakshmi & he is also relieved of malefic or adverse affects of planet Saturn if the same is badly placed in one's horoscope or if the wearer is under the major or minor affliction of Saturn known as Saturn Sade Sati and Small Panoti respectively. This Rudraksha is also related to the 7 sages (Saptarshi) and the wearer is bestowed with good Health and Wealth by their blessings. This Rudraksha is also very good for getting Success in Business and Increased profits if it is used in combination with 8 mukhi Rudraksha. This Rudraksha is also said to help in regaining block funds as well as for attracting wealth and therefore it is said to be extremely good for businessmen as well as for those also who are in a Job and want Success, Happiness, Promotion and Wealth. As per Ancient Vedic Texts, there are seven divine snakes who reside in the seven mukhas of this Rudraksha and therefore a person wearing this Rudraksha is protected from poisoning of any kind. Since this Rudraksha is blessed by many powerful Gods and Goddesses, the wearer is able to get good Name & Fame, Progress and Wealth as well as Good Luck by the blessiings of Goddess Maha Lakshmi, Saptrshi, seven Divine Snakes, seven Divine mothers as well as planet Saturn.
Mantra : "Om Hoom Namaha"
Ruling Planet : "Saturn"
The ruling deity of 8 mukhi Rudraksha is Lord Ganesha who is also known as "Vighna Harta" i.e. the remover of obstacles. Hence, the wearer of this Rudraksha is able to get Success in every venture by the blessings of Lord Ganesha. One of the most important effect of this Rudraksha is that it removes obstacles so that the wearer is able to achieve Success easily thereby leading to a happier life. This Rudraksha is said to be related to Lord Kartikeya as well who is the Elder Son of Lord Shiva. This Rudraksha also increases the stability of mind so that the wearer is able to remain more peaceful and calm. Any person who is desirous of getting Name, Fame and Leadership qualities should also wear this Rudraksha.
Mantra : "Om Hoom Namaha"
Ruling Planet : "Rahu"
The ruling deity of 9 mukhi Rudraksha is Goddess Maha Durga and it is believed that all the 9 incarnations of Goddess Durga (Shailputri, Brahmacharni, Chandraghanta, Kooshmanda, Skandmata, Katyayani, Kalratri, Maha Gauri & Siddhi Datri) reside in this Rudraksha and hence, the wearer of this Rudraksha is blessed by all of them. This Rudraksha is blessed by Lord Kaal Bhairav and Yamraj who is the Lord of Death and hence, its wearer is no more afraid of Death. This Rudraksha is said to make a person fearless and he is blessed with energy, power, dynamism and fearlessness which leads to a better self confidence thereby helping him achieve Success, Name & Fame. The wearer of this Rudraksha gets blessings which are received by fasting for the 9 days of Navratras. It is said that this Rudraksha also protects a person from the malefic effects of all the 9 planets.
Mantra : "Om Hreem Hoom Namaha"
Ruling Planet : "Ketu"
10 Mukhi Rudraksha represents Lord Vishnu who is the preserver of entire universe. It helps the wearer to overcome difficult times and ensures that the wearer & his family are protected by the blessings of Lord Vishnu. It also represents Gods of all the ten directions whose blessings are also showered on its wearer. All sins done by the ten human organs are destroyed by wearing this rudraksha. This Rudraksha is also blessed by Yamraj who is the God of Death and hence the wearer is saved from untimely death. It is also blessed by Das Maha Vidya ( 10 incarnations ). This Rudraksha also protects a person from any kind of Black magic, Evil Eye etc. since it controls and eliminates all kinds of Evil beings. This Rudraksha pacifies all the 9 planets and it is also a very good tool to remove Vastu faults of a place. Hence, the wearer of this Rudraksha is blessed by several Gods as well as he is protected from the negative effects of all the 9 planets, Black Magic and Evil Eye.
Mantra : "Om Hreem Namaha"
Ruling Planet : None
Eleven Mukhi Rudraksha is represented by Eleventh Rudra i.e. Lord Hanuman who is the Lord of Courage, Bravery and Adventure. Therefore its wearer gets a feeling of right actions, courage and he fears nothing. If a person wished to donate something for a good cause but could not do that due to any reason, then his wish is considered completed by merely wearing this Rudraksha. This Rudraksha is also blessed by Lord Indra and therefore the wearer is bestowed with all the Fortunes and Luxuries of life.
Mantra : "Om Hreem Hoom Namaha"
Ruling Planet : None
12 Mukhi Rudraksha is ruled by Surya ( Lord Sun ) who creates a powerful Aura around the wearer. If the Planet Sun is Malefic in the wearers horoscope, then its negative effects are also pacified by this Twelve Mukhi Rudraksha. This Rudraksha improves the Administrative capacity of a person and therefore it is very good for Administrators, Businessmen, and Politicians who should wear this Rudraksha for Name, Fame, Wealth and Power. This Rudraksha is said to possess the Brilliance, Luster, Radiance and Strength of Lord Sun and hence, the wearer is bestowed with all these virtues. The wearer also gets protection from diseases, worries, fear of armed people and wild animals.
Mantra : "Om Kraum Sraum Raum Namaha"
Ruling Planet : "Sun"
Thirteen Mukhi (Face) Rudraksha
13 Mukhi Rudraksha represent "Lord Kaamdev and Lord Indra" (King of the Gods). It is a very rare bead and it gives immense Wealth and the Position of Authority to its wearer. A person who wears is liked by all those people who interact with him by the blessings of Lord Indra. Hence, a person is able to achieve great heights of Success in his life by wearing this Rudraksha. A person wearing this Rudraksha is said to achieve perfection in Alchemy, Research work and Medicines. A person is able to enjoy all the Luxuries of life and he is able to lead a happy and satisfactory life. Since Lord Indra is the king of all the other Gods, a wearer of this Rudraksha is blessed by all the other Gods as well. A person desirous of getting Knowledge, Good Oratory and Debating power should use this Rudraksha.
Mantra : "Om Hreem Namaha"
Ruling Planet : "Venus"
Fourteen Mukhi (Face) Rudraksha
14 Mukhi Rudraksha is also known as a Divine Gem ( Dev Mani ). This Rudraksha is considered to have come directly from the eyes of Lord Shiva who himself wears this bead. This Rudraksha activates the Ajna Chakra located between the two Eyebrows thereby giving the wearer an ability to visualize the future so that he is able to make correct decisions. This Rudraksha also represents the 3rd eye of Lord Shiva and hence the wearer is protected from all kinds of Negativity, Negative Energies and Enemies. The wearer of this Rudraksha becomes a favourite of Lord Shiva and he is blessed by both the Shiva and the Shakti. Not only his present becomes better but his future also becomes brighter. This Rudraksha start giving its results very quickly and hence the name Dev Mani.
Mantra : "Om Namaha"
Ruling Planet : "Saturn"
Fifteen Mukhi (Face) Rudraksha
15 Mukhi rudraksha personifies Lord Pashupatinath who is incarnation of Lord Shiva. This incarnation of Lord Shiva is said to control the animal instincts of the wearer thereby making him a sober and better human being. This Rudraksha bead helps the wearer to channelize his thoughts in a correct direction and remain focused. A 15 Mukhi Rudraksha has all the virtues and powers of 14 Mukhi Rudraksha and as a reward, it is also said to be a very powerful Rudraksha to bless the wearer with immense Wealth.
Mantra : "Om Namaha Shivaya"
Ruling Deity : "Lord Pashupati"
Sixteen Mukhi (Face) Rudraksha
A Sixteen Mukhi Rudraksha is recognized as Jay (victory) Rudraksha and the wearer attains victory at all levels. It is said that it assists the wearer to emerge victorious in new undertakings, in existing tasks & undertakings & in other phases of life. It is very rare Rudraksha. It secures the wearer as well as the house in which it is kept. It supports the entire family to attain victory in all directions. A 16 Mukhi Rudraksha is said to make the Swadhisthan Chakra strong which represents the water element in human body. This Rudraksha releases a person from the anxiety of Theft, Fire, Losses, Reduced Income, Defamation as well as Accidental Death.
Mantra : " Om Namaha Shivaya"
Ruling Deity : "Lord Rama"
A Rudraksha having an elevated elephant like trunk on its surface is recognized as Ganesha Rudraksha. The blessings of Lord Ganesha who is also known as “Vighna Harta“ i.e. destroyer of obstacles, are showered on the person who wears this Rudraksha. This bead is very good for those people who are always facing obstacles in whatever they do. There are many unfortunate people who are destined to face obstacles whenever they plan to start something new. Their confidence starts breaking down due to this failure. This bead builds their confidence by destroying hurdles and giving success.
Mantra : "Om Ganeshaye Namaha"
Ruling Deity : "Lord Ganesha"
Two naturally inter-connected Rudraksha represents the couple of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati so it is named after them as “Gauri Shankar Rudraksha”. It represents a united form of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. This is a very powerful Rudraksha for improving relations between husband-wife, family and friends, and is considered as a best Rudraksha for bringing peace and harmony in the family. Those people who are searching for a good life partner for marriage should wear this Rudraksha. Couples who are facing fertility problems should also wear this Rudraksha.
Mantra : "Om Gauri Shankaraye Namaha"
Ruling Planet : "Planet Moon"
Garbh Gauri Rudraksha is almost identical to a Gauri Shankar Rudraksha. In Gauri Shankar Rudraksha, both the beads are of equal size where as in Garbh Gauri Rudraksha, one bead is smaller than the other. Hence in this Rudraksha too, there are two beads connected together naturally, but one bead is bigger which represents Goddess Parvati (Mother) while the other bead is smaller which represents Lord Ganesha (Son). Garbh Gauri Rudraksha is almost identical to a Gauri Shankar Rudraksha. In Gauri Shankar Rudraksha, both the beads are of equal size where as in Garbh Gauri Rudraksha, one bead is smaller than the other. Hence in this Rudraksha too, there are two beads connected together naturally, but one bead is bigger which represents Goddess Parvati (Mother) while the other bead is smaller which represents Lord Ganesha (Son).
Mantra : "Om Namaha Shivaya"
Ruling Deity : "Goddess Parvati (mother) & Lord Ganesha (son)"
