10 Mukhi Rudraksha

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10 Mukhi Rudraksha [10 Mukhi Rudraksha]

Lord Vishnu, major god of Hinduism and Indian mythology, popularly

regarded as the preserver of the universe. Some Puranic literature

refers to him as the eternal, all-pervading spirit and associates him

with the primeval waters believed to have been omnipresent before the

creation of the world. So regarded, Vishnu is depicted frequently in

human form, sleeping on the great serpent Shesha and floating on the

waters. One hand holds a lotus; a second holds a conch; a third holds a

discus (which always returns by itself after being thrown); and the

fourth carries a mace. The petals of the lotus are believed to symbolize

the unfolding of creation; the conch is said to symbolize that from

which all existence originates; and the discus and the mace reputedly

were obtained by Lord Vishnu as rewards for defeating the God Indra.

[Lord Vishnu]

 

 

Lord Vishnu is said to possess also a special sword called Nadaka and a

special bow called Sarnga. His wife is Goddess Lakshmi (also known as

Shri), goddess of beauty and fortune. He rides a huge creature, half

bird and half man, called Gandara. His home is in a heaven called

Vaikuntha (where the Ganges River is believed to flow from its source at

Vishnu's feet). The god has a thousand names, the repetition of which is

regarded as an act of devotion. The representing deity of 10 mukhi is

Lord Narayana (The Preserver). It helps the wearer to overcome difficult

times and ensures that the wearer and the family of the wearer is

protected. It creates a feeling of security. It works like a shield on

one's body and drives evils away. Wearer is protected from influence of

evil spirit , ghosts and black magic. There is no ruling planet for this

bead and it pacifies all negative planetary energy. One wears this by

the blessings of Lord Mahavishnu. Excellent for narayana bhaktas

(devotees). One gets the power to concentrate well. Also aids in

devotion and meditation.

 

 

Excerpts from Holy Books

 

Siva Purana Vidyesvara Samhita Translated by Shastri 1973. Siva said-

4. O Siva Mahesani be pleased to hear the greatness of Rudraksha. I

speak out of love for you from a desire for the benefit of the devotee

of Siva.

5 - 7 O Mahesani formerly I had been performing penance for thousands

of divine years. Although I had controlled it rigorously my mind was in

flutter. Out of sport, I being self possessed just opened my eyes. O

Goddess, from a desire of helping the worlds, drops of tears fell from

my beautiful half closed eyes. From those tear drops there cropped up

the Rudraksha Plants.

8 They became immobile. In order to bless the devotees they were

given to the four varnas devoted to worship of Visnu.

20 O Parmesvari no other necklace or garland is observed in the world

to be so auspicious and fruitful as the Rudraksha.

47 People of all varnas and Asramas even Women and Sudras can wear

Rudraksa at the bidding of Siva. The Ascetics shall wear it with the

Pranava.

62 Even the devotees of Visnu and other Dieties shall unhesitatingly

wear the Rudraksa. Especially the devotee of Rudra shall wear Rudraksha

always.

76 O Mahesani, Rudraksa with ten faces is Lord Janardana Himself. O

Devasi by wearing it the devotee shall achieve the fulfillment of all

desires.

86 Seeing a devotee with the garland of Rudraksas O Parvati, Siva,

Visnu, devi, Ganapati, the Sun and all the gods are pleased.

 

Srimaddevibhagavat 11th Skand Chapter IV, Narayana said-

21 Ten Mukhi Rudraksa is Visnu and removes all the tears and troubles

due from planets, evil powers and snakes.

Chapter V,God said-

22 Wearer of Rudraksa on hair tuft on the crown, in ear, in neck, in

hand and in abdomen attains the status of Siva, Visnu and Brahma.

 

Mantramaharnava, Lord Siva said-

A Rudraksha with 10 Faces is General of an army and is also Visnu

Himself. It sublimates the malefic effects of planets, evil powers and

eliminates snakes.

 

Associations

 

Symbol of: Lord Vishnu

Ruling Planet: No ruling planet

Recommended for: Pacifying nine planets.

 

Mantras

 

Shree Narayanaaye Namah

Shree Vishnavai Namah

Om Hreem Namah Namah

 

Rituals for wearing

 

Take one bead of ten faced Rudraksha string it in a red thread after

capping it in gold or silver and wear it chanting the mantra.

Day for wearing: Sunday

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