What is the 5 Mukhi Rudraksha?
The 5 Mukhi Rudraksha is a sacred bead with five natural lines or faces on its surface. Also known as the Panch Mukhi or Five-Faced Rudraksha, it symbolizes the energy of Lord Shiva in the form of Rudra Kalagni, the destroyer of all sins and evils. It also represents the five elements of nature, namely earth, water, fire, air, and ether. The 5 Mukhi Rudraksha is the manifestation of Jupiter, which is the ruling planet of this Rudraksha. The 5 Mukhi Rudraksha is available in large and super collector sizes.
About the ruling planet Jupiter
The ruling planet of the 5 Mukhi Rudraksha is Jupiter, also known as Guru or Brihaspati in Vedic astrology. Jupiter is the planet of wisdom, expansion, generosity, and spirituality. It represents the fire element and the color yellow. Jupiter governs the signs of Sagittarius and Pisces and the ninth and twelfth houses in the horoscope. The planet brings luck, fortune, optimism, and growth in one’s endeavors. However, it can also cause excessiveness, extravagance, arrogance, and dogmatism if it is afflicted or ill-placed. The 5 Mukhi Rudraksha helps balance and harmonize the effects of Jupiter in one’s horoscope. It can help overcome the challenges and obstacles that Jupiter may bring, such as a general lack of direction, confusion, overindulgence, and wastefulness. It can also help enhance the positive qualities of Jupiter, such as wisdom, creativity, communication, and spirituality.
Different ways to wear a 5 Mukhi Rudraksha
The 5 Mukhi Rudraksha can be worn in a variety of ways depending on one’s preference and purpose. Some of the common ways are:
- The 5 Mukhi Rudraksha can be worn as a single bead or in combination with other mukhi Rudraksha. It can be strung in a silk/wool thread or capped in silver or gold. It can be worn on either hand or around the neck.
- The 5 Mukhi Rudraksha can be worn in popular combinations like the Dhyaan Yog Mala, the Siddha Mala, the Swasthya Bandh, and the Maha Mrityunjay Mala.
- The 5 Mukhi Rudraksha can be worn as a ring on any finger of either hand. The ring can have only six beads of 5 Mukhi Rudraksha making it good for insomnia.
- However, before wearing any of these combinations, one should follow some guidelines and precautions, such as:
- Buying them from a trusted seller who can provide a certificate of authenticity and lab testing report
- Checking their shape and origin
- Consulting an astrologer or our expert recommenders to choose a suitable one.
- Wearing them on a Monday morning after taking a bath and wearing clean clothes
- Keeping them clean and dry
Story about the presiding deity:
Under the guise of Mrutyunjayaaya, he saves from untimely death. As Kaalagni Rudra, he destroys the sins of devotees and purifies them, enabling them to complete their entire life cycle.
The Rudram is a Sanskrit prayer that glorifies Rudra. In some of the Anuvakas (stanzas), Lord Rudra is invoked to steal away negativity and bless the people with health, wealth, and prosperity. Wearing a 5 Mukhi Rudraksha connects the wearer to a frequency that ensures that they walk the path that is divinely meant for them with the utmost protection.
Lord Rudra is also addressed as “Rudreshwara Heem Shailesh Jagadishwara Satguna Bhushaa”! He is also called the Maha Rudra, Kala Rudra, Kalpanta Rudra, and Veera Rudra. He is the repository of auspiciousness, courage, and effulgent existence. This is why the 5 Mukhi can be kept in every room of the house to ward off negativity and energize the area.
Benefits
The 5 Mukhi Rudraksha has many benefits for the wearer, both spiritual and material. Some of the benefits are:
- General Benefits: The wearer of this Rudraksha gets to live life completely, calmly, and fearlessly. It blesses the wearer with good health and peace of mind. The wearer becomes relaxed and stress-free in his daily pursuits and leads a better quality of life.
- Spiritual Benefits: The Shastras advise wearing this divine seed for a complete Chakra cleansing and re-energizing. The 5 Mukhi Rudraksha connects one to the grace of Lord Shiva and enhances awareness, memory, word power, and intellect.
- Health Benefits: The 5 Mukhi Rudraksha is good for the circulation of blood and also keeps blood pressure in check. The Pali variety of this bead is effective in chronic coughs, colds, and sinusitis. It is ideal for good health, and peace of mind, and safeguards the wearer from untimely death.
Who should wear
The 5 Mukhi rudraksha can be worn by anyone who wants to improve their life in various aspects. There are no restrictions over who can wear this bead. However, some people who may benefit more from wearing the 5 Mukhi Rudraksha are:
- Those suffering from the negative effects of Jupiter in their horoscope, such as a lack of wisdom, wealth, or happiness.
- People seeking spiritual growth and enlightenment.
- For those facing challenges or difficulties in life, such as fear, stress, anxiety, or health issues, this bead gives them protection and courage.
- Those with a desire to fulfill their wishes and achieve their goals, as this bead grants them success and prosperity.
Wearing Rules
- Wash your Rudraksha with water and oil the Rudraksha using a soft brush preferably once a month using almond oil.
- Chant ‘Om Namah Shivaye’ before wearing the Mala the next day.
- Remove Rudraksha Mala while engaging in sexual intercourse and while visiting funeral grounds.
- We at Rudralife, suggest that one can remove Rudraksha Mala while consuming non vegetarian food and alcohol and wear it afterwards. Though our scriptures also highlight that they can be worn all the time without any restrictions.
- Women can wear Rudraksha and is their choice whether they wish to remove the Mala during menstrual cycles. As per our scriptures, there are no such restrictions and women can wear Rudraksha without any worries.
- To energise the Rudraksha Mala, touch it to a shivling and chant ‘Om Namah Shivaye’ 11 times. If possible, try to do a Rudrabhishek of the Rudraksha when possible.
- Do try to refrain from wearing a Rudraksha Mala worn by others and keep a Mala separate for Japa and for wearing.

















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