Guest guest Posted April 22, 2009 Report Share Posted April 22, 2009 HINDU RITUALS AND ROUTINES - WHY DO WE FOLLOW THOSE? Rudraksha.. Story of Rudraksha: According to Hindu mythology, some time ago a Demon named Tripura Sur became very powerful and invincible. Lord Brahma, Vishnu and other Deities approached Lord Shiva and requested him to help them to conquer this Devil and destroy him. Lord Shiva decided to use one of his most special fire weapon called `Aaghor' that had the energy to destroy everything. When Lord Shiva was using this forceful weapon to destroy the Demon, he could not open his eyes, and when he did, his eyes were watering, and a few drops fell on the earth. Wherever Lord Shiva's tears fell, trees grew, and bore the fruit of Rudraksha. Power of Rudraksha A person who wears Rudraksha gets all his sins washed and heads his way towards his ultimate destination. The devotees of Lord Shiva are usually given Rudraksha for peace. A person tends to become pure after wearing the Rudraksha beads. People are of the belief that, a person who offers food to the wearer of Rudraksha reaches Rudraloka i.e. the Loka or kingdom of Lord Rudra. The wearer of Rudraksha attains salvation and thus gets liberation from the cycle of death and rebirth. It is believed that, a person who chooses to wear Rudraksha with pearls, crystal, silver, gold and other precious stones acquires the form of Lord Shiva. There is a lot of significance of wearing Rudraksa beads. It not just pleases Lord Shiva, but thrills the deities of all nine planets. Rudraksha is an integral part of Lord Shiva. Since it is so dear to the Lord, all the devotees of Shiva must wear it. The importance of Rudraksh can be felt even by seeing it. It helps a great deal in lessening the pain and sufferings of people. It fulfills all the desires and wishes of the wearer. Rudraksh eliminates the fear of untimely death. Since times immemorial, people have been wearing Rudraksh for good health, wealth, attainment and salvation. Benefits of Rudraksha Rudraksh is one of the best means to invite the Goddess of wealth. There is no fear of untimely death to the wearer of Rudraksh. It helps in awakening the Kundilini. It paves way for peace and harmony in life. It helps a great deal in controlling stress levels. It enhances self power. Types of Rudraksha Beads 1 MukhiIt is one of the costliest beads, which is rarely available. It is known to bring luxury, power, wealth, and enlightenment. 2 MukhiIt helps in building healthy relationships.. It is believed to control all negativities. 3 MukhiIt aids in boosting the confidence of the wearer, thus enabling him to cope with tough situations. 4 MukhiIt helps a great deal in developing the power of speech. It is very beneficial for treating the problem of stammering. 5 MukhiIt raises the concentration level and power of gaining knowledge. 6 MukhiIt is known to bring wealth, power, name and fame. It helps the wearer in achieving eternal bliss. 7 MukhiIt helps a person achieve what he desires.. It enables a person to prosper academically. 8 MukhiIt brings wealth and luxury. It helps to ward off evil spirits and get rid of various forms of diseases. 9 MukhiIt is said to be associated with confidence, good character, happiness and sound health. 10 MukhiIt enables a person to earn loads of wealth. It is said to be associated with vigor and vitality. 11 MukhiIt helps a person to overcome all his fears and insecurities. 12 MukhiIt is suitable for those who wish to acquire an influential position. It is believed to be associated with charismatic personality. 13 MukhiIt is said to bring liberation from the worldly pleasures. 14 MukhiIt is associated with power and authority. 15 MukhiIt enhances the concentration power, thus enabling the person to acquire greater knowledge. 16 MukhiIt paves way for success and prosperity. It enables a person to achieve all the comforts of life. 17 MukhiIt helps in washing all the sins of the wearer, thus enabling him to attain Moksha. 18 MukhiIt helps in improving the immune system of the wearer. Thus, it aids in keeping away the diseases. 19 MukhiIt is believed to bless the wearer with marital and offspring happiness. 20 MukhiIt is meant for those who want to leave all the worldly pleasures and attain Moksha. It is usually worn by saints and Brahmins. 21 MukhiIt protects the wearer from all the evils. Original Rudraksha : How to test Rudraksha It is a time consuming test. But, it shows the superiority of Ek mukhi Rudraksha over all remaining Rudrakshas. Place Rudraksha in a glass of fresh milk. See after 2 days. The milk will not spoil. Some quality Rudrakshas can protect milk for even 3 days. Ek mukhi Rudraksha will work for 5 to 7 days. Really! dil se, Bharath.Krishna Doha, Qatar Cricket on your mind? Visit the ultimate cricket website. Enter now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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