Astro Ratnam

• The word Rudraksha comes from "Rudra" (name of Shiva) and "Aksha" meaning tears. Rudraksh are associated with the Hindu deity Shiva and are commonly worn for protection, healing and for chanting. Rudraksh are valued similarly to semi-precious stones. Various meanings and interpretations are attributed to rudraksha stones with different numbers of faces or mukhi, and rare or unique mukhi are highly prized and valued. Rudraksh are very supportive in maintaining physical and mental balance.

The word Rudraksha comes from "Rudra" (name of Shiva) and "Aksha" meaning tears. Rudraksh are associated with the Hindu deity Shiva and are commonly worn for protection, healing and for chanting. Rudraksh are valued similarly to semi-precious stones. Various meanings and interpretations are attributed to rudraksha stones with different numbers of faces or mukhi, and rare or unique mukhi are highly prized and valued. Rudraksh are very supportive in maintaining physical and mental balance.