Research done by a Group of Scientists led by Dr. Suhas Roy of Banaras Hindu University ,India. scientifically proved the effectiveness of Rudraksha with replicable results .These experiments confirm that Rudraksha has powerful Electromagnetic,Paramagnetic and Inductive properties varying for different (Mukhi’s) and on wearing particular Rudraksha beads, specific electrical impulses are generated that stimulate certain positive brain centers (brain chemicals) thereby affecting a transformation in the personality, charisma and confidence levels quitsimilar to what has been described in Scriptures.
Shastra’ s like Rudraksha Jabalopainshad, Shiva Purana, Devi Purana and Padma Purana extol the value of the Rudraksha seeds. The Rudrakshatree belongs to the Elaeocarpaceae family and is as huge as the banyan tree, taking between 15 to 18 years to attain maturity. Rudraksha is a fruit of that tree which has a seed covered with pulp and an outer skin. After drying, the skin turns black and grooves appear on the surface running from apex to the bottom, thereby demarcating clear areas called ‘Mukha’ or faces. The Rudraksha are classified based on the number offaces, which can range from one to twentyone. Although the Shastra speaks of four colors, (Red, yellow, black and white) it is next to impossible to differentiate after the seed has dried. Authentic and High quality beads of Rudraksha (Elaeocarpus Ganitrus Roxb) is available in Indonesia and Nepal. other beads of Elaeocarpus family look similar to Rudraksha (for example Ganitrus Roxb) but are not as effective. The tests include (a) floatation test where the Rudraksha seed when placed on water should sink. If it is a wooden imitation, it will float. (b) Copper test: the Rudraksha is very hot and has an electro-magnetic interaction withcopper. If the beads are held (with a string) over a copper coin, they tend to show a gradual rotation movement. If this is clockwise, they are considered auspicious. (c) Milk test: Leave the seed in a cup of milk for a day. If the milk is not spoilt, the seeds are auspicious.
The bhadraksh is like the Rudraksha, but of milder color and much less heat. Bhadrakshas are excellent for a good and smooth life of comforts, friends and family. It brings the blessing of Gouri-Shankar when invoked properly.
ROSARY
Separate rosary of 108 beads is used for wearing in the neck (called neck- Mala) and for counting repetitious of a mantra (called japa- Mala). The japa- Mala can have 27,54 or 108 beads for counting and large bead at the junction /knot. The neck – Mala consists of a single type of bead like Rudraksha, bhadraksh1, Tulsi, coral, rock crystal (Sphatik). However,Rudraksha beads can be used with either gold beads or crystal beads. The neck- Mala should be removed before sleeping and can be placed unde; the pillow. The japa – Mala should be placed at the after/ Pooja room Care should be taken not to use Surya/ Vishnu mantra withRudraksha japa – Mala or Shiva / Rudra mantra with the Tulsi japa Mala. For example, a person desirous of worshipping Sri Ram will require two japaMala- one Rudraksha Mala for worshipping Sri Hanuman (Rudra- Avatar) and a Tulsi Mala for Sri Ram.
Types of Rosaries
Deity Tatwa Types of Rosaries
Surya Agni Redcoral, Gold
DeviJala Sphatik (rock crystal), Sandalwood, sliver
Shiva Vayu Rudraksha, Turmeric, Copper
Ganesha Prithvi Bhadrakh, Steel
Vishnu Akash Tulsi
SANCTIFYING MANTRA for Rosary
In the Bhagavat Gita, Sri Krishna teaches that if the Lord is invoked in any object/ form, then he does come to the aid of the worshipper in that very form Thus, the beads/ rosary, which represent the blessing of the Guru, should be sanctified by appropriate prayers/mantra. The beads of the rosary are akin to “seeds” (Bija) and only Beeja Mantra should be used.