Rudraksha Bead 2 Mukhi

Rudraksha Bead 2 Mukhi — a single bead of natural rudraksha seed. The two-faced rudraksha embodies the unity of Shiva and Shakti (Ardhanarishvara) — the harmony of masculine and feminine — so it is considered a bead of harmony in a couple. Size — 3×2×2.5 cm, weight — about 5 g.

What the faces of rudraksha mean

Rudraksha is the seed of the Himalayan Elaeocarpus ganitrus tree, sacred to followers of Shiva. The seed has natural grooves on its surface — "mukhi", or faces — and rudraksha is classified by their number. In Indian tradition each type is linked to its own deity and meaning, so a bead is chosen deliberately, for a purpose. With its natural hole, the bead is ready to become a pendant, part of a bracelet or the guru bead of your own mala.

The sacred meaning of the two-faced rudraksha (2 mukhi)

The two-faced rudraksha embodies Ardhanarishvara — the united image of Shiva and his consort Parvati, in which the masculine and feminine are merged into one. That is why it is called the bead of unity: it symbolises agreement, mutual understanding and harmony in relationships — between spouses, parents and children, friends and business partners. In Vedic astrology the two-faced rudraksha is linked to the Moon, ruler of emotions, so it is chosen to find emotional balance and gentleness. It is worn by couples, newlyweds and anyone who wants to improve a relationship. The traditional mantra for this bead is "Om Namah".

Why choose this bead:

a natural rudraksha seed with clearly visible faces;
you can pick the number of faces that suits your purpose;
suitable for a pendant, a bracelet or a handmade mala;
a small, affordable yet symbolic gift.

How to use

String the bead on a cord or red thread and wear it on the neck or wrist, add it to a bracelet, or use it as the guru bead (sumeru) of a handmade mala. It can be placed on an altar before wearing. Keep rudraksha away from soap and chemicals and wipe it now and then with a dry cloth.

As a gift

A rudraksha bead is an original little gift for lovers of yoga, India and esotericism, and for makers who create their own jewellery. Order a rudraksha bead now — wholesale and retail.