Shocking Benefits of wearing rudraksha | All types of Rudraksha

In many Indian households, people are aware about the benefits of wearing Rudraksha. Therefore, people wear Rudraksha as sacred beads for peace and well-being. These beads are also worn because they have a connection with Shiv ji. My grandfather, for instance, always wears a Rudraksha Mala. However, what makes these beads so special is that they are said to have originated from the tears of Shiv ji. In this blog, we will see how they form and explore the different types of Rudraksha. 

Real Meaning of Rudraksha’s Name 

Before we understand the types of Rudrakshas, it is important to know where the name comes from. The word ‘Rudraksha’ is the combination of ‘Rudra’ and ‘Aksha’. Rudra represents Shiv ji, while Aksha means tears. Thus, these sacred beads are the tears of Shiv ji himself. This is why they hold such importance. However, Rudrakshas are of many types, but the Rudrakshas with different numbers of faces are the most important and beneficial. Each of them is used for a particular purpose. So, let’s see how many types are there. 

Types of Rudraksha As per Shiv Purana 

The Shiv Puran categorizes Rudrakshas based on their size. As per the text:

• A Rudraksha, which is equal to Amla fruit, is the best. 
• The one that is equal to the fruit of a plum is said to be in the medium category.’
• The one that is equal to a gram is considered to be in the low category.

Although the small Rudrakshas fall in the low category, scholars have said that as the Rudraksha becomes smaller, it gives more results. Plus, each small Rudraksha gives ten times more results than one big Rudraksha. 

Benefits of Wearing Different Types of Rudraksha

Here are the key benefits of wearing Rudraksha: 

• The Rudraksha, which is equal to the fruit of a plum, despite being so small, gives good results in the world and increases happiness and good fortune. 
• The Rudraksha, which is equal to the Amla fruit, is the destroyer of all evils. 
• The one which is very small, like Gunjaphal is the one who fulfills all the desires. 
• Wearing Rudraksha is said to be necessary to destroy sins. 

How Rudrakshas Formed From The Tears of Shiv Ji?

As per the Shiv Puran, Mahadev was busy in immense Tapasya for thousands of years. So, one day, he got emotional. Therefore, at that time, when he opened both of his eyes a few drops of water fell on earth. From those drops of tears, a tree named Rudraksha was born in the Himalayas Mountain. Thus, Rudraksha trees are mostly found in the Himalayas. While, people have also found these trees in Indonesia, Nepal, the Philippines, Madagascar, Sri Lanka, etc. So, Shiv ji distributed these sacred beads among the devotees of Vishnu ji and the people of four castes. 

Types of Rudraksha From 1 to 21 Mukhi 

Rudrakshas are beads with different numbers of faces, which are called Mukhis. The term Mukhi means “faced.” Thus, these Rudrakshas are given names based on their faces, from 1 to 21. Some other important Rudrakshas include Ganesha, Garbh Gauri, Gauri Shankar, Trijuti, and Savar Naag Rudraksha. So, here is a list of Rudrakshas from Ek Mukhi to 21 Mukhi. 

1 Mukhi Rudraksha 

• Shiv Ji himself is the ruling god of this Rudraksha. 
• It contains the energies of all 9 planets. 
• This is the rarest and most sacred Rudraksha, which gives immense power and knowledge to the wearer. 
• It raises your spiritual awakening.
• You are already very lucky if you find this Rudraksha. 

2 Mukhi Rudraksha 

• The ruling God of this Rudraksha is Ardhanareshwar/ Shiv-Shakti. 
• It contains the energies of the Moon. 
• 2 Mukhi Rudraksha bless you with the energies of both Shiv and Shakti. 
• It promotes marital peace, removes negativity, and improves communication skills. 

3 Mukhi Rudraksha 

• Agni, or the God of Fire, is the ruling god of this Rudraksha. 
• It contains the energies of the Sun. 
• Wearing this rudraksha reduces anger and frustration. 
• It improves digestion, increases willpower, and removes laziness. 

4 Mukhi Rudraksha 

• The ruling God of this Rudraksha is Brihaspati. 
• It contains the energies of Jupiter. 
• This Rudraksha is good for students. 
• As it improves creativity, education, and communication skills. 

5 Mukhi Rudraksha

• Rudra Kalagni is the ruling god of this Rudraksha. 
• Like the 4 Mukhi Rudraksha, this one also contains the energies of Jupiter. 
• This Rudraksha is commonly available, and most people are wearing this. 
• It improves health and overall well-being. 
• Panch Mukhi Rudraksha protects you from negative energies. 

6 Mukhi Rudraksha 

• Kartikeya, the son of Shiv ji or the God of War rules this Rudraksha. 
• It contains the fiery energies of Mars.  
• This Rudraksha gives you courage, confidence, and victory over enemies. 
• Mostly, athletes and soldiers wear this rudraksha. 

7 Mukhi Rudraksha 

• Lakshmi Mata has her blessings over this Rudraksha. 
• It contains the energies of Venus. 
• This Rudraksha brings prosperity, good luck, and business success. 
• It gives you mental peace through spiritual awakening.  

8 Mukhi Rudraksha

• Ganesh Ji governs this Rudraksha.  
• It contains the energies of the shadow planet Ketu. 
• Ganesh ji is also known as Vighna Harta, thus it removes all obstacles from your life. 
• It gives you success and brings spiritual growth. 

9 Mukhi Rudraksha 

• Maa Durga rules over the 9 Mukhi Rudraksha. 
• It contains the energies of Rahu. 
• It gives you the strength to overcome challenges. 
• It also makes you more creative. 

10 Mukhi Rudraksha 

• Lord Krishna (Vishnu Avatar) rules this Rudraksha. 
• This Rudraksha contains the energies of all 9 Planets. 
• If you want detachment from worldly matters, then you can wear this Rudraksha. 
• It also promotes peace and harmony in your life. 

11 Mukhi Rudraksha 

• The ruling Gods of the 11 Mukhi Rudraksha are the 11 Rudra Avatar of Shiv Ji. 
• This Rudraksha also contains the energies of all 9 Planets. 
• It is a very powerful Rudraksha because it holds the energy of 11 Rudra. 
• It bestows you with immense spiritual benefits. 

12 Mukhi Rudraksha 

• Surya Dev is the ruling God of this Rudraksha. 
• Therefore, it contains the energies of the Sun. 
• This Rudraksha protects you from diseases and gives you vitality and leadership qualities. 
• It is good for those who are required to make important decisions and lead others.  

13 Mukhi Rudraksha 

• The ruling God of this Rudraksha is Kamadeva.
• It contains the energies of Venus. 
• This Rudraksha is also very rare. 
• It helps you attract love in your life with its positive energy. 

14 Mukhi Rudraksha 

• This Rudraksha has the blessings of Hanuman Ji.  
• It contains the energies of Mars.  
• This Rudraksha bestows you with the protection of Hanuman ji. 
• It protects you from evil forces and gives you prosperity. 

15 Mukhi Rudraksha 

• The ruling God of this Rudraksha is Pashupatinath. 
• It contains the energies of Mercury. 
• Another rare Rudraksha, it protects you from diseases. 

16 Mukhi Rudraksha 

• This Rudraksha holds the blessings of Mahamrityunjaya Shiv Ji.  
• It contains the energies of the Moon.  
• Mahamirtyunjaya means ‘victory over death,’, thus it removes the fear of death. 
• Removes fear and anxiety and promotes self-confidence. 

17 Mukhi Rudraksha 

• The ruling God of this Rudraksha is Katayani Devi.  
• It contains the energies of Saturn.  
• This Rudraksha improves intuition and mental abilities. 
• Gives creativity, intelligence, and sharp memory. 

18 Mukhi Rudraksha 

• Bhumi Devi rules this Rudraksha. 
• It contains the energies of Mother Earth.  
• Gives you material wealth and success. 
• This Rudraksha boosts the growth of your career. 

19 Mukhi Rudraksha 

• The ruling God of this Rudraksha is Bhagwan Narayana.  
• It contains the energies of Mercury.  
• This Rudraksha removes financial obstacles and brings prosperity. 
• It can open up 7 Chakras. 

20 Mukhi Rudraksha 

• Brahma, the God of Creation, is the ruling God of this Rudraksha. 
• It contains the energies of Earth. 
• It brings peace and positive changes in your life. 
• Also, promotes overall well-being and spiritual growth. 

21 Mukhi Rudraksha 

• The ruling God of this Rudraksha is Kuber.  
• This Rudraksha, too, contains the energies of Earth. 
• This is an extremely rare Rudraksha, this is why they are very expensive too. 
• It blesses you with immense wealth and a peaceful mind and removes financial obstacles. 

FAQs

How many types of Rudrakshas are there as per Shiv Puran?

Generally, there are 21 types of Rudrakshas from 1 to 21 Mukhi. However, in Shiv Puran, Rudrakshas are categorized into two types, one is based on their size as compared to plum, Amla, and gram, and the other on colors such as white, blood, yellow, and black.  

Which Rudraksha is the most powerful? 

The 11 Mukhi Rudraksha is the most powerful Rudraksha among the other 1 to 21 Mukhi Rudrakshas. As this sacred bead holds the energies of the 11 Rudras. 

Which Rudraksha is the rarest?

The 13 Mukhi, 15 Mukhi, and 21 Mukhi Rudrakshas are very rare and expensive.

In how many colors are Rudrakshas available? 

Shiv Puran talks about the different colors of Rudrakshas for different varnas (castes), which are white, blood, yellow, and brown. The Brahmins wear white, Kshatriyas wear blood, Veshyas wear yellow, and Shudras wear the brown Rudraksha.