What Are the Benefits of Rudraksha Beads?
Rudraksha beads are to adherents of far Eastern, mystic religions what the rosary is to Catholicism in terms of their positive, spiritual impact on believers. Outlined here are the claims Hindus make for the benefits of this religious article.
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Psychological Impact
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On a psychological level, Rudraksha beads are instrumental in expanding the consciousness of the faithful to inspire actions "for the good of all concerned to help relieve sin and suffering and pain world wide," according to the Rudra Centre.
Creative Impact
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According to the Rudra Centre, the beads represent the "The Tears of Lord Shiva," one of the key divine figures in the Hindu pantheon. The Hinduwebsite overview of Shiva states that this member of the pantheon is a creative agent in the world of the believer.
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Sexual Impact
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The Tantric sect within Hinduism regards Shiva as one who enhances the sexuality of the believer, according to Hinduwebsite. One can infer from this that Rudraksha beads would benefit the faithful in this area of life.
Medical Impact
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Rudraksha is actually a tree that grows in certain areas of the far East; particularly in the regions surrounding the Himalayan Mountains in Nepal. The Rudra Centre states that Rudraksha beads are made from the tree's blueberries and that they "can be used for treatment of various diseases."
Goal of Rudraksha
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Ultimately, the Rudra Centre says that the overall purpose of the beads is to cleanse one of sinful behavior and to empower one to attain life's highest goals.
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