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Shiva – The God Of Yoga

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Shiv is a God of many, associated with the creative energy of the universe and at the same time with its destruction. “One in whom the universe sleeps after destruction and before the next cycle of creation’. All that is created must one day disintegrate, this disintegration is a return to the formless void from which creation may once again spring forth. Shiv is the dynamic power behind this endless cycle of birth, death and rebirth.

He is the master of Tantra and yoga, an esoteric science, and also the Lord of ascetics, renunciates and yogis. He is the god of the battlefield, the cremation grounds, and inauspicious crossroads, and he is accompanied by demons, ghosts, and evil spirits. Often furious deity, Shiv is also the exponent of the arts and the creator of dance. Shiva represents the destructive aspect of Brahman. That portion of Brahman that is enveloped by Tamo-Guna-Pradhana Maya is Shiv who is the all-pervading Ishvara and who also dwells in kailash. He is the store-house for wisdom. Shiv minus Parvati or Kali or Durga is Nirguna Brahman Himself. With Maya-Parvati He becomes the Saguna Brahman for the purpose of pious devotion of His devotees.

Bhagvan Shiv ji besides being the god to whom other gods pray to is also seen as the first yogi or ādiyogi and the first guru or ādiguru. Many thousand years ago, on the banks of lake Kantisarovar in the Himalayas, ādiyogi poured his profound knowledge into the legendary saptrishis also known as cosmic saptarishis or “seven sages”. These sages carried this powerful message of Yoga to different parts of the world including Asia, the Middle East, Africa and North and South America.

As time passed by, many yugas came and passed by, knowledge diluted and in some cases was lost. Evenually Bhagvan Krishna came and gave a perfected translation in his sermon to arjun which was narrated by Sanjay to Bhagvan Ved Vyas and passed to us in the form of the holy Shrimad Bhagvad Gita which explains every deep aspect of oga holistically, therefore Bhagvan Krishna came to be known as Yogeshwar. 



“शिवस्य हृदयम विष्णुर्विष्णोश्चा हृदयम सिवाह” 
English Translation -> “Sivasya hridayam vishnur-vishnoscha hridayam sivah”
Meaning -> “Vishnu is the heart of Siva and likewise Siva is the heart of Vishnu”.

ॐ नमः शिवाय
ॐ विष्णवे नमः 
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image courtesy: “Little Gurus,” A Yoga Discovery Book // Olaf Hajek

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Experience the soul

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Mata Adi Shakti asks: My dearest one What could be a good start to experience real self. what practice and who will teach it to practitioner. Isn’t that cult based. Is it possible to modify genome in one lifetime, as you said?
Bhagwan Shiv ji answers: Devi plastic is in our food supply , they are modifying our genome as we speak. the polluted air in cities in Bharat. modifying our genome as we speak. we can try to protect our genome with natural medicines in ayurveda . it is not complicated. close your eyes and stop thinking about the past and the future. focus on the breath. the present. With constant practice we will gain experience of the self. The steady mind. Shiva consciousness . It is the cult of shiv shakti my devi. 

Our genome determines how the energy flows. Modern life has an impact on our genome. man made chemicals can activate or deactivate genes. We can follow yoga and ayurveda to take preventative care and protect our selves from the impact of this stress. It leads to Inflammation which is the root cause of all disease. The lifestyle of Yoga and ayurveda helps fight this every day. Live long and strong clsoe to nature. Shiva is our guru of ayurveda and yoga.

ॐ नमः शिवाय
हर हर महादेव 
जय शिव शंकर शमभू

Source: Cult Of Shiva @cultofshivashakti

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If you do yoga then Adi Shanracharya is the legend you should be thankful to

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When Ādi Śhaṅkaracharya was eight years old and wandering on the banks of the River Narmada, he saw Govindapada who asked him, “Who are you?” The boy responded with these stanzas, which are known as “Ātma Ṣhaṭakam”. It describes Adi Shankaracharya’s philosophy of Advaita Vedanta in short. Read it with an open mind, it may change the way you look at the world as it did with me when I first read it a few years back. 

मनोबुद्धयहंकार चित्तानि नाहं न च श्रोत्रजिव्हे न च घ्राणनेत्रे । न च व्योम भूमिर्न तेजो न वायुः चिदानन्दरूपः शिवोऽहम् शिवोऽहम् ।। 1 ।। 

“I am not the mind, nor intellect, nor ego, nor the reflections of inner self (citta). I am not the five senses. I am beyond that. I am not the ether, nor the earth, nor the fire, nor the wind (the five elements). I am That eternal knowing and bliss, I am Shiva- love and pure consciousness.

न च प्राणसंज्ञो न वै पंचवायुः, न वा सप्तधातुः न वा पञ्चकोशः । न वाक्पाणिपादौ न चोपस्थपायु, चिदानन्दरूपः शिवोऽहम् शिवोऽहम् ।। 2 ।।

 2) Neither can I be termed as energy (prāṇa), nor five types of breath (vāyus), nor the seven material essences, nor the five sheaths(pañca-kośa). Neither am I the organ of Speech, nor the organs for Holding ( Hand ), Movement ( Feet ) or Excretion. I am indeed, That eternal knowing and bliss, the auspicious Shiva- love and pure consciousness.

न मे द्वेषरागौ न मे लोभमोहौ, मदो नैव मे नैव मात्सर्यभावः । न धर्मो न चार्थो न कामो न मोक्षः, चिदानन्दरूपः शिवोऽहम् शिवोऽहम् ।। 3 ।। 

3) I have no hatred or dislike, nor affiliation or liking, nor greed, nor delusion, nor pride or haughtiness, nor feelings of envy or jealousy. I have no duty (dharma), nor any money, nor any desire (kāma), nor even liberation (mokṣa). I am That eternal knowing and bliss, I am Shiva- love and pure consciousness.

न पुण्यं न पापं न सौख्यं न दुःखं, न मन्त्रो न तीर्थो न वेदा न यज्ञ । अहं भोजनं नैव भोज्यं न भोक्ता, चिदानन्दरूपः शिवोऽहम् शिवोऽहम् ।। 4 ।।

4) I have neither merit (virtue), nor demerit (vice). I do not commit sins or good deeds, nor have happiness or sorrow, pain or pleasure. I do not need mantras, holy places, scriptures (Vedas), rituals or sacrifices (yajñas). I am none of the triad of the observer or one who experiences, the process of observing or experiencing, or any object being observed or experienced. I am indeed, That eternal knowing and bliss, I am Shiva- love and pure consciousness.

न मे मृत्युशंका न मे जातिभेदः, पिता नैव मे नैव माता न जन्मः । न बन्धुर्न मित्रं गुरूर्नैव शिष्यः, चिदानन्दरूपः शिवोऽहम् शिवोऽहम् ।। 5 ।।

5) I do not have fear of death, as I do not have death. I have no separation from my true self, no doubt about my existence, nor have I discrimination on the basis of birth. I have no father or mother, nor did I have a birth. I am not the relative, nor the friend, nor the guru, nor the disciple. I am That eternal knowing and bliss, I am Shiva- love and pure consciousness.

अहं निर्विकल्पो निराकार रूपो, विभुत्वाच सर्वत्र सर्वेन्द्रियाणाम् । न चासङत नैव मुक्तिर्न मेयः, चिदानन्दरूपः शिवोऽहम् शिवोऽहम् ।। 6 ।। 

6) I am all pervasive. I am without any attributes, and without any form. I have neither attachment to the world, nor to liberation (mukti). I have no wishes for anything becaI am everything, everywhere, every time, always in equilibrium. I am That eternal knowing and bliss, I am Shiva- love and pure consciousness.

~Adi Shankaracharya.

har har holi

Holi – The Holy Hindu Festival of Colours

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har har holi
Mata Parvati playing Holi with Bhagwan Shiv

The Hindu festival of Holi, also called the “festival of colours” or the “festival of love”, takes place in India and Nepal during spring. The festival symbolizes the triumph of good over evil, the start of spring, the end of winter, and a day of celebration to connect with others, have fun, forgive and forget, mend broken relationships, and express gratitude for a bountiful harvest. It takes place over a span of two days, beginning on the Purnima (Full Moon day) during the month of Falgun in the Bikram Sambat Hindu Calendar, which typically falls between late February and mid-March in the Gregorian calendar. The initial day is called Holika Dahan or Chhoti Holi, and the second is known as Rangwali Holi, Dhuleti, Dhulandi, or Dhulivandan.

Relation of Holi to Bhagwan Shiv ji

Holi’s significance in Hindu traditions, including Shaivism and Shaktism, is closely tied to Bhagwan Shiv ji. The story goes that goddess Parvati, desiring to reunite with Shiva, called upon the assistance of the Hindu god of love, Kama, on Vasant Panchami. As the love god shoots arrows at Shiva, the yogi’s third eye opens and engulfs Kama in a blazing inferno. The news of this deeply upsets both Kama’s wife Rati (Kamadevi) and his own wife Parvati. After performing her own meditative asceticism for forty days, Rati captures the attention of Shiva, who, out of compassion, forgives her and restores the god of love. On the 40th day following the Vasant Panchami festival, Holi commemorates the return of the god of love. The Kama legend, with its many variant forms, holds great significance to Holi, especially in South India.

Relation of Holi to Bhagwan Vishnu

In honor of Hindu god Vishnu and his follower Prahlada, Holi is celebrated as a festival of colors, and there exists a symbolic legend to elucidate this tradition. King Hiranyakashipu, according to a legend found in chapter 7 of Bhagavata Purana, was the king of demonic Asuras, and had earned a boon that gave him five special powers: he could be killed by neither a human being nor an animal, neither indoors nor outdoors, neither at day nor at night, neither by astra (projectile weapons) nor by any shastra (handheld weapons), and neither on land nor in water or air. Hiranyakashipu grew arrogant, thought he was God, and demanded that everyone worship only him.

However, Hiranyakashipu’s son, Prahlada, remained devoted to Vishnu, which angered his father. Despite cruel punishments, Prahlada’s resolve remained unshaken. Eventually, Holika tricked Prahlada into sitting on a pyre with her, wearing a cloak that protected her from fire while Prahlada was unprotected.. As the flames engulfed them, a divine gust of air flew and as a result, the cloak flew from Holika to Prahlada, who survived while Holika perished in the fire. The Holika bonfire and Holi signifies the celebration of the symbolic victory of good over evil, of Prahlada over Hiranyakashipu, and of the fire that burned Holika.

Bhagwan Vishnu then manifested as Bhagwan Narasimha, a half-human, half-lion avatar, appearing at dusk, neither day nor night, and took Hiranyakashipu onto a doorstep, neither indoors nor outdoors, where he slew the king with his lion claws, neither handheld nor projectile weapons, neither on land, water, nor air, thus restoring Dharma.

Bhagwan Shri Krishan ji
Bhagwan Shri Krishan ji

Relation of Holi to Bhagwan Krishan

In the Braj region of India, where the Hindu deity Bhagwan Krishan grew up, people celebrate the festival until Rangpanchmi in commemoration of Radha’s divine love for Bhagwan Krishan. The festivities officially mark the onset of spring, with Holi celebrated as a festival of love. There’s a symbolic myth behind honoring Bhagwan Krishan as well. As a baby, Bhagwan Krishan acquired his characteristic dark blue skin color when the she-demon Putana poisoned him with her breast milk. In his youth, Bhagwan Krishan fretted over whether fair-skinned Radha and other girls would accept him because of his skin color. His mother, tired of his despair, instructed him to approach Radha and color her face in any hue he desired. He did so, and Radha and Bhagwan Krishan became a couple. Since then, the playful act of coloring Radha’s face has been commemorated as Holi.

Chakras

The Chakra System – A valuable read

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The chakras are beyond the physical body or the sthula sharira. They are part of the linga sharira. The energy field or emf encompassing the body. The linga sharira is a consequence of our absorption of light energy . We are nothing but energy. Some of it light energy ! Without the sun rays we are nothing. We can be bioluminescent as well. This is sensed not only by our eyes but the EMF emitted by our own brains! As we absorb the energy and transform it to suit different frequencies in the body we transform how we feel. Humans are very visual. We can see 3D in color naturally. Elephants, on the other hand, have better ears than eyes. They can hear us 3 KM away and smell us 10 km away. Due to the quantum nature of energy.

The mula is red in color. The R in VIBGYOR or the visible light spectrum or the Sa in the 7 notes in nada yoga. The ancients discovered how we are impacted by light and sound of different frequencies. The mula is red in color red has more energy than other colors and frequencies of vibrating photons. Red represents shakti or energy residing at the Muladhara. The note Sa is a vibrational energy that works on the Muladhara. The svadisthana chakra present below the navel is represented by Orange the color the O in VIBGYOR and is representative of the self. It is where the energy flows from. Thought may occur in the mind , it is talking to yourself. It can be tuned for neuro-linguistic programming! Anahata.! But the voice energy or ahata starts flowing from the svadisthana. Not from the brain. Something modern science is still discovering. With music, a focused mind, and controlled breath, the individual can, according to Nāda yoga, “listen in on” their own Anahata, their own “inner sound”, OM is pronounced as Aauuummmmm as ahata. But Om the Anahata version is the vibration of the universe. The primal energy! Something we feel 24/7. Without this vibrational energy, there would no be cell replication or reproduction or life as we know it! To concentrate on this inner sound as a support for meditation is very helpful to tame the mind, and when it has been clearly recognized, used for self-centeredness in outer life as well.

So the 7 chakras in the linga sharira corespond to lights of different color and sounds of diferent notes and frequencies representing the EMF or energy fields we create close to nerve plexus or ganglions or centers in the body where neurons from diferent areas of body converge around the meru dhandha or spinal chord. Charkras are not from the sthula sharira or gross body that we can see and feel , they are from the subtle or linga sharira , the temple of shiva, They can only be sensed by the energy waves or emf created by our brain which is an antena that receives energy and a transponder that radiates this energy. It is transcedant. Beyond the physical sense. Beyond our sense organs. It takes practice to develop this ability. We are so blinded by noise of the outside world and so immeresed in it we cannot sense the energy in selves. The ancients discovered that by focusing on certain colors and tunes we can transform the energy in the body. Like our guru shiva or neelakantha the blue throated one, blue standing for the color of the vishudda chakra. The color of truth, of creativity ,dance and art. Like shiva our guru of natya yoga, nada yoga, hatha yoga, mantra yoga and ayurveda. It is our shiva nature. formles and shapeless that can be impacted by the frequency and amplitude of the energy we can generate. IT IS THE SECRET.

 CHAKRANAMESTONE
1st RootMuladharaGarnet
2nd NavelsvadhistanaCarnelian
3rd Solar PlexusManipurAcitrine
4th HeartAnahataGreen Onyx
5th ThroatVishuddhaLapis Lazuli
6th Third EyeAjnaAmethyst
7th crownSahasrarahyaline quartz

Glory to our ancestors who discovered these aphorisms of nature based on observation and experience. They did not use sthetoscopes or microscopes . They established this knowledge of tantra based on experience. Jai guru mahadeva. Shiva is our guru of tantra. The chakras are spirutal aids in the sadhana. It is the science of energy transformation. Kundalini ! Practice hatha yoga or mantra yoga. Discover the world within. The world of Parashakti , or radiant inner energy !

Har Har Mahadeva !

Source: Source : Cultofshiva

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Shakti asks Shiva – What is Energy?

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Devi asks: My lord “What is vibrational energy ? what are these vibrations? Where do they come from ? why should we be aware of this ? Shiva replies: “My deartest one , they are the kind that meditation or mantras generate everywhere . light heat and sound are the result of vibrational energy. These vibrations are the kind that resonates with the vibrations of nature.
Devi asks lord shiva : my lord ” Energy flows where attention goes” what is the significance ? Shiva answers: Devi , it is about the universal polarities of the univers. positive and negative. opposites attract. it is the nature of energy. If your attention is not here it is elsewhere. chasing her. instead we have to withdraw into the self. Through our sense organs. withdrawal of the senses , from the dynamic shakti to shiva the static . opposites attracting. from negative to positive. it is through the vibrations we create. IT is the product of human imagination . there are many techniques. From the form to the formless. From shakti to shiva. freedom from our own thoughts. look inside.

Nikola Tesla observed that the universe is a sea of energy. Today, physicists know that matter is a form of energy, vibrating at different frequencies. Energy comprises 98% of the Universe and “matter” only 2%. We live in a universe of spiritual, psychic, and physical energy by virtue of which all living things exist through their ability to transmute this universal energy into something individual. We become endowed with the ability to transmit our own energy field, our individual unit of power.

Humans are energy transformers; we are alive and developing in proportion to how much of this universal energy we accept and how freely it flows through us. The better we transmit this energy or allow it to flow through us, the higher grade we occupy; the more alive and contented and effective we become. it has to be experienced. we too have to understand how to harness this universal energy from which we come from. Formless and shapeless. Nirakar. Nirgun, the infinite. The pure unconditioned energy !Source: 

Source: Adiyogi शम्भू, Cultofshiva

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Mahashivratri – The holy night of Shiv and Shakti

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An Introduction to Mahashivratri: A Yogic Celebration Honoring Bhagwan Shiv

Mahashivratri stands as a pinnacle among the holiest days, revered globally for its significance in the yogic tradition. Mahashivratri translates as “the Great Night of Shiv,” and it holds exceptional reverence. This annual festival commemorates Bhagwan Shiv, the epitome of cosmic consciousness and the ultimate yogi. While Shivaratri occurs monthly in the Hindu calendar, Mahashivratri is observed once a year during late winter, preceding the arrival of spring.

In ancient Indian culture, people celebrated 365 festivals annually. These festivities were not merely occasions for merriment; they served as opportunities to immerse oneself in various spiritual practices such as yoga, meditation, chanting mantras, kirtan, and the pursuit of truth. Whether driven internally or externally, participation in these rituals was valued for its contribution to meaningful karma.

Unifying Yogic Discourse

Despite the diverse purposes of these festivals, they shared a common thread: the discourse conducted during these events often centered around yogic principles, serving as a medium for spiritual exploration and enlightenment.

The Significance of Mahashivratri

Among these festivals, Mahashivratri stands out as a cosmic event of unparalleled importance. It transcends the realm of ordinary celebrations to offer a unique opportunity for individuals to unite with Shiva, the divine entity. As the night unfolds, it reveals profound yogic experiences, fostering a transformative shift toward spiritual enlightenment within each participant.

Stories and legends

Numerous stories and legends surround Mahashivratri, illustrating its profound significance. Whether recounting the divine marriage of Bhagwan Shiva with Mata Shakti, his resurrection of Chandra Dev, the purification of Earth by Mata Ganga, or the dissemination of yoga knowledge, these narratives underscore the sacredness of the occasion. Some even suggest that by observing Mahashivratri, one may accrue the merits of a million years of meditation and potentially attain a state akin to Shiva himself.

Significance of Mahashivratri

Rooted in Hinduism, Mahashivratri signifies a solemn remembrance of transcending darkness and ignorance prevalent in life and the universe. Devotees engage in various practices, including prayers, fasting (Vrat), yoga, and meditation. They focus on virtues like self-restraint, honesty (Satya), nonviolence (Ahimsa), and forgiveness. Throughout the night, ardent worshippers remain awake and chant mantras and do meditation. Yet there are others who embark on pilgrimages to Shiva temples or sacred Jyotirlingams, fostering a deep spiritual connection.

Shiv Shakti Unon in Mahashivratri

Bhagvan Shiv: The Divine Yogi

Bhagvan Shiv revered as the first yogi (ādiyogi) and guru (ādiguru), imparted timeless wisdom to the saptrishis (seven sages) on the banks of Lake Mansarovar in the Himalayas. This profound knowledge of yoga transcended borders, spreading across continents over millennia. Bhagvan Krishan’s rendition of this knowledge through the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita further solidified his status as Yogeshwar, the god of yoga.

Rituals and Practices

The observance of Mahashivratri involves fasting, with devotees abstaining from solid foods, and consuming only water. The night is spent in reverent prayer, often chanting “OM NAMAH SHIVAY” as a devotional practice. The following morning, the fast is broken with fruits, milk, or water, symbolizing surrender to Mahadev and the eternal cycle of creation and dissolution.

The Supreme Shiv Consciousness
The Supreme Shiv Consciousness

Universal Reverence for Shiv

The reverence for Shiv transcends time and geographical boundaries. Shiv temples and jyotirlingas stand as symbols of divine light and universal presence across the world. From ancient India to distant lands like Egypt and Mesopotamia, Shiv’s worship resonates across cultures. This is reflective of the universality of his divine essence.

The Supreme Shiv Consciousness - union of shiva shakti on Mahashivratri sivaom
The Supreme Shiv Consciousness – union of shiva shakti on Mahashivratri sivaom

Seeking Spiritual Enlightenment

On Mahashivratri, devotees bask in Shiv’s infinite brilliance. Yogis do fasting and worship throughout the day and night, seeking liberation from past karma and enlightenment. The sacred chants of “ॐ नमः शिवाय” (Om Namah Shivay) and “हर हर महादेव” (Har Har Mahadev) are the main mantras. They can be heard from a distance as the echos of devotion to the supreme lord of yoga, Bhagwan Shiv.

Mahashivaratri transcends mere ritualistic observance, inviting seekers on a transformative journey. It is a night dedicated to spiritual awakening, self-realization, and divine communion with Bhagwan Shiv.

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Rudraksha – How to wear, Important Rules & Precautions

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In antiquated Hindu society, rudraksh is connected with the tears of Bhagavan Shiv ji, (Rudra + aksa). You must’ve seen numerous yogis, sages, babes, and babes wearing rudraksh. Its a mala as well as its entire power field of vitality, it’s not just a style embellishment but as well as an assistant to the spirit, paying little heed to your motivations to wear the rudraksh, there are particular Rules to Wear and if not remembered the rudraksh can bring about genuine harm to your prosperity.

Normally the dots of Rudraksha are hung together as a mālā. Customarily, it is trusted that the quantity of dots utilized ought to be 108 in addition to one. The additional dab is the bindu or “guru dab”. On the off chance that the mālā does not have a bindu, the vitality is said to end up recurrent and wearers who are touchy may get to be unsteady.

At the point when the dots are hung, it is prudent to do as such with either a silk or a cotton string. It is then encouraged to change the string at regular intervals to keep it from snapping and the 109 globules from disseminating. The Rudraksha mālā may likewise be hung with either copper, silver or gold, commonly by a diamond setter. A typical issue with mālās set up with such metals is the mālā being tied too firmly. This may bring about the internal parts of the Rudraksha seeds splitting and disintegrating from intemperate weight. Along these lines, it is important to guarantee that the mālā is tied freely.

Somebody who truly wants to leave undesirable propensities and carry on with an existence of virtue can wear Rudraksh’s and may get themselves free not long after in the wake of wearing it . This has happened to numerous. It might transpire likewise, on the off chance that you will unequivocally. Rudraksh force is more than any jewels, yantra, tantra, mantra and Jantra. By and large the wearer and the admirer of Rudraksh is honored with flourishing, peace and wellbeing. However there are sure safeguards to be taken to keep away from the addition of sins. These safety measures are, for example:-

  • Rudraksh must be worn after Sidhhi (method of purification & charging with Mantra), performing the prayers and ritual rites for its sanctification and Hawan, etc. It should be worn on auspicious day, Monday or Thursday. Rudraksh Mantra and Rudraksh Origin Mantra is to be chanted daily 9 times while wearing in the morning and after removing before going to bed. Rudraksh must be removed before going to sleep and must be kept at the puja place.)
  • Rudraksha, being organic, is preferably worn in ways that do not involve metal
  • Rudraksh can be worn in the morning after having a Bath. It can be worn after reciting the mantra as above and incense/ ghee lamp etc must be used. It must not be touched before bathing. One should clean his hands properly after using the toilet.
  • The wearer of the Rudraksh should not eat non-vegetarian food and should not take alcohol. He should speak truth always and must go to Lord Shiva temple for his blessings.
  • Rudraksha must not be taken to the cremation grounds and funerals. Also, it must not be taken to the place while visiting a newborn baby.
  • NEVER wear the Rudraksh while having sex.
  • WOMEN must not wear the Rudraksh during their menstrual cycle.
  • ALWAYS keep your Rudraksh clean. Dust and dirt can settle in the pores of the bead. Clean these as frequently as possible with something with soft, fine bristles. If the thread becomes dirty or worn out, change it. After cleaning, wash your Rudraksh with some blessed holy water. This helps maintain its sanctity.
  • ALWAYS keep the Rudraksh oiled… After regular cleaning, oil the bead and treat it with incense. This is of UTMOST importance. especially when not using the bead for sometime, or storing it for a while.
  • Many get confused with the shape and size. One should not seriously worry about it. Just see that the Mukhi is well defined, corns and contours are natural, and there are no cracks near the central hole. Normally the buyer gets a feel when Rudraksh is kept in the palm. He/She feels that this is the one which was wanted.
  • Rudraksh is hot in nature. Some people just can’t wear it. Their skin shows signs of allergy. They can never wear any gold, silver, or thread chain. So better not to use it. Keeps the beads in the Puja room and offer daily prayers.