Rudraksha meaning—the eye of Rudra [Shiva] is considered to be the most
potent manifestation of the Cosmic Force. Hence Rudraksha is the object of
veneration and also the source to reach the higher self. Rudraksha is
often believed to symbolize the link between the earth and the heaven.
These beads are the seeds of the Rudraksha fruit obtained from Rudraksha
trees. The Rudrakasha tree is botanically known as ELAEOCARPUS GANITRUS
ROXB. Its English name is UTRASUM BEAD TREE.
Rudraksha trees are mostly found in South Eastern Asian Islands of Java,
Sumatra, Borneo, Bali, Iran, Java, Timor (Indonesia) and parts of South Asian
Kingdom of Nepal. Around 70% of the Rudraksha trees are found in Indonesia,
25% in Nepal and 5% in India. Considered a major stress reliever, reducing
circulatory problems and of course as the best beads, the berry (Elaeocarpus
Ganitrus) was first spotted in Indonesia and is now grown in Nepal and Hardwar ,
Srilanka , Malaysia.
Similarity in inner structure
3 mukhi from Java
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7 mukhi from Java
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14 mukhi from Java
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| The compartments are clearly visible in Java &
Nepal beads. |
3 mukhi from Nepal
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7 mukhi from Nepal
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9 mukhi from Nepal
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Rudraksha beads found in Indonesia (called java beads) and those from Nepal are
similar in following manner:
| Criterion |
Comments |
| Natural Hole |
Both have natural hole which
is a hollow cavity in the centre of the bead, which can be easily cleared
manually without need of drilling. |
| No. of seeds inside |
Both have same number of
seeds as the mukhi lines. Thus 2 mukhi will have 2 seeds, 8 mukhi will
have 8 seeds, 14 mukhi will have 14 seeds etc. |
| Range of mukhis |
Both trees produce the
complete range of mukhis from 1 till 21 mukhi, Ganesh, Gauri Shankar,
Savar, Trijuti. |
These features are not found in Rudraksha trees in Haridwar or South India/
Srilanka, where the beads are found to have no natural hole, and also a limited
variety of mukhis is produced in these trees like 1 mukhi half moon, 2 mukhi, 3
mukhis only, and very few beads of 4,5,6,7 and 8 mukhis, and none higher than
this.
Testimonials received
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 I found that I
actually felt a stronger impact from the java bead which
surprised me as it was smaller. The energy from the Nepal
bead was also very apparent but different, kind of like
the same note but a different octave for those who know
music. Also interesting was the energy in both cases felt
very similar to that from my red coral. Which is of course
for Mars just as the 3 mukhi is also! So it all fits.
Also, the difference in type of effect is quite noticeable
as compared to the 7 and 14. This experiment has given me
faith that the difference in mukhis really does matter and
that I am not losing anything if I go with the java beads
instead of the nepal beads. I will say the Nepal bead is
more impressive visually, and I cannot rule out that my
energy system became attuned to the java rudraksha energy
type from the mala I already wear thereby biasing me to
feel the java energy more strongly than the nepal.
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Differences in outer structure
Differences in properties
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Scientifically there is no difference between the 2 varieties as
they have similar internal structure.
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It is possible that due to lesser surface area and lesser
projections, effects with java beads could be visible after a
slightly longer duration than Nepal beads. The effects cannot be
measured using any instrument.
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However testimonials and feedbacks received from clients using
Nepal Vs Java beads, have been almost similar. Both have reported
excellent results. So seems spiritually there is no difference.
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| Nepalese beads
combination |
Javanese beads
combination |
Siddh mala - Nepal |
Prosperity bracelet |
Ganesh Lakshmi |
Siddh mala - Java |
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All japa malas and the rudraksha bead malas ranging in size from 2mm-14mm
(normal and chikna variety) come from Indonesia only. These have been worn since
times immemorial for health, spirituality, peace and for mantra japa. |
Japa malas |
Difference in prices
The prices of rudraksha beads are based on demand and supply . Since supply is
limited due to lack of organized farming, the prices varies by demand. At
present, due to awareness, the prices of Nepal beads has shown increase every
season. Java beads were not promoted as much, so their prices are much
reasonable at present.
Selection of beads
Nepal bead |
At Rudra Centre, we follow strict selection procedure wherein:
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Each bead is
tested for genuinity, high quality, energy levels and uniformity.
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We deal in
only the highest quality beads which are clear, uniform, lustrous and free of
damage.
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We deal in fresh season beads which are not processed in any manner.
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Then beads go through energizing rituals using vedic mantras. Light sandal paste
and sandal oil is applied to them in this process.
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The energized bead is
ready to be shipped to the client.
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Java bead |
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