Rudraksha beads are dried seeds from the tree, which grows in the mountains. They are considered holy beads in Hinduism and are associated with the Hindu deity Shiva. The word Rudraksha comes from the word “Rudra,” the name of Shiva, and “Aksha,” which means tears. Rudraksha originated from the tears of Shiva. Rudraksha trees grow in select regions of India, Nepal, and Indonesia, and the uses of the Rudraksha bead in meditation, prayer, and other spiritual practices. There are 21 different types of Rudraksha, each with its own unique benefits.
