Rudraksha Bead 4 Mukhi

Rudraksha Bead 4 Mukhi — a single bead of natural rudraksha seed. The four-faced rudraksha is linked to Brahma and symbolises knowledge, clarity of mind and eloquence; it is chosen by students and creative people. Size — 1.5×1.5×1.5 cm, weight — about 2 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 four-faced rudraksha (4 mukhi)

The four-faced rudraksha is dedicated to Brahma, the four-faced creator of the universe from whose mouths, legend says, the four Vedas came forth. The bead therefore symbolises knowledge, wisdom, creative power and eloquence. Its planet is Mercury, patron of the mind, speech and learning. Traditionally the four-faced rudraksha is worn by students before exams, teachers, writers, journalists, scholars and anyone whose work involves words and creativity. It is a reminder of curiosity and clear thinking. The traditional mantra is "Om Hreem 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.