8 Mukhi Nepali(Size-21mm)

Description

The 8 Mukhi Rudraksha is a powerful and auspicious bead, highly valued for its ability to remove obstacles and bring success. It is deeply connected to Lord Ganesha, the Vighnaharta (remover of obstacles) in Hindu mythology.

Symbolism and Ruling Deities/Planet:

Ruling Deity: Lord Ganesha (Vighnaharta). The 8 Mukhi Rudraksha is considered a direct representation of Lord Ganesha, who is worshipped first before any auspicious undertaking to ensure success and smooth execution by removing all hurdles. It is also sometimes associated with Lord Kartikeya, the warrior god, and the Ashta Siddhis (eight divine powers).

Ruling Planet: Rahu . This is a crucial aspect of the 8 Mukhi. Rahu is a shadow planet known for causing sudden challenges, illusions, confusion, fear, anxiety, and hidden enemies. The 8 Mukhi Rudraksha is highly effective in neutralizing the malefic effects of Rahu in one’s horoscope, including conditions like Kaal Sarp Dosh. Some sources also associate it with Ketu for its karmic influences.

Benefits of Wearing 8 Mukhi Rudraksha:

1. Obstacle Removal and Success:

Removes Hurdles: This is its primary and most significant benefit. It clears the path of all kinds of obstacles, delays, and challenges in personal, professional, and spiritual endeavors.

Brings Success: By removing obstacles, it paves the way for success, growth, and prosperity in all aspects of life. It helps achieve goals and fulfill desires.

Enhanced Decision-Making: It helps clear confusion and promotes mental clarity, leading to better decision-making and analytical skills.

Protection: Provides a shield against negative energies, unseen enemies, and ill-wishes.

2. Astrological Benefits

Neutralizes Rahu’s Malefic Effects: Highly beneficial for individuals undergoing Rahu Mahadasha, Antardasha, or those with an ill-placed Rahu in their birth chart, which can cause sudden financial losses, accidents, deception, addiction, and mental stress.

Alleviates Kaal Sarp Dosh: It is often recommended for people with Kaal Sarp Dosh, a significant astrological affliction related to Rahu and Ketu, to mitigate its negative impacts.

Karmic Cleansing: Helps in neutralizing negative karmas from the past, leading to a smoother life path.

3. Mental and Spiritual Benefits:

Increased Intelligence and Wisdom: Bestows the wearer with enhanced intellect, knowledge, and wisdom, making it beneficial for students, scholars, writers, and those in intellectual professions.

Confidence and Willpower: Boosts self-confidence, courage, and willpower, enabling the wearer to face challenges fearlessly.

Grounding and Stability: Stabilizes the Muladhara (Root) Chakra, promoting a sense of security, stability, and grounding.

Spiritual Growth: Aids in spiritual development, helps in overcoming spiritual blockages, and supports meditative practices by enhancing focus and clarity.

4. Health Benefits:

Nervous System: Believed to help with nervous system disorders and mental fatigue.

Digestive and Respiratory Health: Traditional beliefs suggest it can aid in treating ailments related to the lungs, liver, stomach, and gallbladder. It may also provide relief from issues like asthma, acidity, and chronic coughs.

Bone and Joint Health: Some traditions link it to relief from arthritis, back pain, and issues related to bones and joints.

Stress and Anxiety: Its calming effect helps reduce stress, anxiety, and depression.

Reproductive Health: Can assist in balancing hormones and improving reproductive health.

How to Wear and Care for 8 Mukhi Rudraksha:

Purification and Energization: It is crucial to purify and energize the Rudraksha before wearing it. This typically involves washing it with Gangajal (holy water) or raw cow’s milk and chanting its associated mantras.

Beej Mantra: “Om Hum Namah” or “Om Gan Ganpataye Namo Namah” (chant 108 times).

Many recommend performing a “Prana Pratishtha” ritual by a knowledgeable priest.

Auspicious Day: Wednesday (associated with Ganesha) or Monday (associated with Lord Shiva) are generally considered auspicious days to wear the 8 Mukhi Rudraksha for the first time.

Wearing  Method: It can be worn around the neck as a pendant or mala, or as a bracelet. It is often strung on a silk or cotton thread, or capped in silver or gold. It should ideally touch the skin.

Cleanliness and Maintenance: Keep the bead clean. You can occasionally oil it with natural oils like mustard or sandalwood oil to maintain its luster and longevity.

Mindset: Wear it with faith, respect, and a positive mindset.

The 8 Mukhi Rudraksha is considered a versatile bead and can be worn by anyone, irrespective of age, gender, or profession, especially those who seek to overcome challenges, achieve success, and mitigate the negative influences of Rahu in their lives.