Rudraksha Seeds, 15 to 18mm Diameter, Sold by the Set of 3
SKU: ORW-287
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$6.00
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Description
- These beads are priced and sold by the set of 3
- Rudraksha, aka "Tears of Shiva" are seeds of a tree called Elaeocarpus ganitrus which grows from the Nepal in the Himalayas, across India, to SE Asia, Australia, Guam and Hawaii.
- The seeds are used in malas by Hindus, especially followers of Shiva, and are associated with the mantra Om Namah Shivaya
- Generally they are worn for protection and to enhance mental and physical balance, and support spiritual practice by both Hindus and Buddhists.
- More specifically, different beads depending on their "faces," are prescribed for particular conditions, ages, and situations.
- In addition to being considered very auspicious throughout the Hindu world, they have recently gained favor among the Chinese as well for promoting good feng shui