You are purchasing one (1) strand of Black Rudraksha Beads. Each strand has 108 Sacred Seeds, great for making your own prayer beads.
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Please note: these beads are natural seeds and each seed will vary in size and colour.
Rudraksha Seeds
Black Rudraksha Seeds are a rare and sacred type of seed known for their spiritual significance and metaphysical properties. While the more common Rudraksha seeds are brownish in color, black Rudraksha seeds are darker and less frequently found. They are said to carry potent energy and are deeply connected to spirituality, meditation, and protection. These seeds come from the Elaeocarpus ganitrus tree and are highly revered in Hinduism and Buddhism for their spiritual importance, particularly in the worship of Lord Shiva.
Rarity
Black Rudraksha seeds are considered rare and highly sought after due to their dark color and believed enhanced spiritual energy. They are often used in special malas (prayer beads) or worn as protective talismans.
Appearance and Characteristics
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Color: Black Rudraksha seeds are typically dark brown or black, with a textured and wrinkled surface. The deep color gives them a more mysterious and powerful appearance compared to regular brown Rudraksha.
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Mukhis (Faces): The seeds are categorized by the number of mukhis, or natural divisions (faces or lines) they have, which range from 1 to 21. Each type of Rudraksha mukhi has different spiritual significance and properties.
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Size: The size of Rudraksha seeds can vary, ranging from small beads to larger, more prominent seeds.
Where Black Rudraksha is Found
Rudraksha trees are primarily found in:
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India (especially in the Himalayan region)
- Nepal
- Indonesia
- Thailand
However, the black variety of Rudraksha is rarer and can be harder to source compared to the more common brown seeds.
Metaphysical Properties of Black Rudraksha
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Spiritual Protection: Black Rudraksha seeds are known for their protective qualities, shielding the wearer from negative energies, psychic attacks, and harmful influences.
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Connection to Lord Shiva: Like all Rudraksha seeds, black varieties are closely associated with Lord Shiva, the Hindu god of destruction and transformation. Wearing black Rudraksha is believed to bring the wearer closer to Shiva's divine energy, fostering inner peace and spiritual enlightenment.
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Enhances Meditation: These seeds are commonly used during meditation to help deepen focus, enhance clarity of mind, and open pathways to higher consciousness.
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Grounding and Stability: The darker color of black Rudraksha is associated with grounding and stability, helping individuals stay rooted while exploring spiritual dimensions. It’s believed to stabilize emotions and provide mental clarity.
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Balancing Energy: Black Rudraksha is known for balancing energies within the body, promoting harmony between the physical, mental, and spiritual realms. It can be used to harmonize energy flow, especially in meditation and healing practices.
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Manifestation and Transformation: Given their connection to Lord Shiva, black Rudraksha seeds are often used in rituals and spiritual practices related to transformation, letting go of old habits, and manifesting new goals.
Chakra Healing
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Root Chakra (Grounding and Stability): Black Rudraksha is strongly connected to the Root Chakra, grounding and stabilizing the energy of the wearer. It provides a sense of safety, stability, and security.
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Crown Chakra (Spiritual Connection): In addition, Rudraksha is known to stimulate the Crown Chakra, helping to foster a connection to the divine and higher consciousness.
Spiritual Uses
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Mala Beads: Black Rudraksha seeds are often used in malas, which are strings of prayer beads used in meditation and mantra recitation. Each bead represents a prayer or mantra, and black Rudraksha malas are believed to enhance spiritual focus.
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Worn as Amulets: These seeds are also worn as protective amulets or necklaces to safeguard the wearer from negative influences and to attract spiritual blessings.
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Meditation Tool: Due to its powerful energy, black Rudraksha is often used during meditation, especially when seeking spiritual protection, grounding, or guidance.