Talk:Rudraksha
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Please explain what your up to, and why. ¸,ø¤º°`°º¤ø,¸¸,ø¤º°`°º¤ø,¸¸,ø¤º°`°º¤ø,¸ 29 June 2005 17:13 (UTC)
- "Elaeocarpus" is a large genus with hundreds of species and a wide distribution across Asia and the Pacific. It is not synonymous with Rudraksha, which is a single species of Elaeocarpus. Other species, like the Blue Quandong of Australia, are not native to India, are not known by the name Rudraksha. Tom Radulovich 29 June 2005 17:15 (UTC)
Ah, ok, I didn't understand that. Shouldn't this be merged and redirected to Elaeocarpus then? ¸,ø¤º°`°º¤ø,¸¸,ø¤º°`°º¤ø,¸¸,ø¤º°`°º¤ø,¸ 29 June 2005 17:19 (UTC)
- Not really. Elaeocarpus is a genus, the larger category that contains the species Elaeocarpus ganitrus, the Rudraksha Tree. The Rudraksha Tree probably warrants its own article; the taxobox I added can refer people to the larger categories (genus, family, etc.) that it belongs to. Tom Radulovich 29 June 2005 17:23 (UTC)
I've just come to explain here (after explaining at Elaeocarpus) why I'd moved the article back and made this a redirect. As the two were identical in content, apart from a list of external links, and as the article referred only to the seeds as being called "Rudrashka", there didn't seem to be much point keeping an article here. Could the relevant material be moved from the main article to this one? Is there enough to be said about the species to warrant an additional article? Mel Etitis (Μελ Ετητης) 29 June 2005 17:27 (UTC)
- Apparently. Rudraksha are quite a signifigant item, and would likely end up doiminating an article on the larger genus. I think we should go w Tom's advice. Why were you deleting the external link, btw? ¸,ø¤º°`°º¤ø,¸¸,ø¤º°`°º¤ø,¸¸,ø¤º°`°º¤ø,¸ 29 June 2005 17:31 (UTC)
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- One was an obvious advert, the others were largely duplicating the same material. Mel Etitis (Μελ Ετητης) 29 June 2005 17:50 (UTC)
Restored this as a separate article; hopefully Sam Spade can fill in more useful details, and Sam Spade and Mel Etitis can figure out which of the external links to keep. To format articles on plants, check out Wikipedia:WikiProject Tree of Life. Tom Radulovich 29 June 2005 18:54 (UTC)
[edit] Images
We need images. ¸,ø¤º°`°º¤ø,¸¸,ø¤º°`°º¤ø,¸¸,ø¤º°`°º¤ø,¸ 29 June 2005 17:31 (UTC)
[edit] Information on Rudraksha
Rudraraka are the material from which sacred beads (108 in number) are formed from and are very important in Hindu custom. It is these sacred beads that one sees worn on Hindu monks. They are common in Shaivism and Ayya Vazhi. Here are some very good sites on shaivism:
Satguru Sivaya Subramuniyaswami defines rudrarakha from his book, Dancing with siva, rudraksha: (Sanskrit) ""Eye of Rudra;" or "red-eyed." From rud, "to cry," and aksha, meaning "eye." Marble-sized, multi-faced, reddish-brown seeds from the Eleocarpus ganitrus, or blue marble tree, which are sacred to Siva and a symbol of His compassion for humanity. Garlands, rudraksha mala, of larger seeds are worn around the neck by monks; and nonmonastics, both men and women, often wear a single bead on a cord at the throat. Smaller beads (usually numbering 108) are strung together for japa (recitation). Indian legend records that God shed a tear when looking down upon the sorrowful plight of humanity. That tear fell to Earth and from it grew the first rudraksha tree. Thus its seeds are worn by Hindus as a symbol of Siva's love and compassion.
http://www.shaivam.org/shprudraxa.htm
http://www.himalayanacademy.com/resources/books/dws/lexicon/r.html
(From User:Raj2004, User_talk:Sam_Spade#Ayya_Vazhi_article)
[edit] Importance of Rudraksha Beads
visit at Rudraksha for more information.
According to the Hindu scripture, Rudraksha beads are the holiest items embodied with mystical powers. These scripture states that Rudraksha is utilized to bring spiritual and material well-being to the wearer as well as for medicinal purposes since the ancient time. Most of the powers of Rudraksha are associated with the number of mukhi or faces the beads have. Yogis and Monks of Nepal, India and many other countries have worn Rudraksha beads for thousands of years to cultivate physical, mental and health prowess to achieve Fearlessness on their Spiritual path leading to enlightenment and liberation. According to old scriptures, 'He who wears Rudraksa round the hands, arms and over the head cannot be killed by any living being. He shall roam the world in the form of Rudra. He shall be respected by the Gods and Assures always as well as be honoured like Shiva. Even the devotees of Vishnu and other deities shall unhesitatingly wear the Rudraksa for gaining spiritual enlightenment'. The natural Electromagnetic Properties of the Holy Rudraksha Beads have been found to improve concentration, focus and mental stamina. When worn on Malas around the heart area it was found that they reduce and control stress levels, blood pressure and hypertension resulting in the feeling of tranquility and calmness. Rudraksha Beads were found to be ideal for focused Meditation and other Spiritual Practices. Though the powers of the Rudraksha beads have been known as a phenomenon for thousands of years in Vedic Knowledge, it is only since the late 1960s that their values and merits have been documented in modern science through research conducted by a group of scientists lead by Dr Subas Rai PHD Institute of Technology University in Banaras India. Research has proven that Rudraksha have powerful Electromagnetic, Paramagnetic and Inductive Properties that vary from the different Mukhis of Rudraksha beads. It creates specific electric impulses that are sent to the brain through the process of reflex skin response stimulating certain brain centers that transfer information in the Neurophysiology, which is the major way of impact of Rudraksha in human body. Wearing of Rudraksha creates improved and balance activity of neurotransmitters, dopamine and serotonin levels that is evidenced by the positive transformation in the personality, mindset, outlook, charisma, and confidence of the wearer. It was also proven that wearing of Rudraksha beads controlled heart beat and had a positive effect on the Blood Pressure, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Palpitation, and lack of concentration etc. Briefly the advantage after wearing Rudraksha beads or malas are described as follows:- Medicinally:- Regulation of Blood pressure, Stress control Anxiety, Depression, Lack of Concentration Impotence, Sterility, Brain Disorder Schizophrenia, Mood Disorder, etc Spiritually:- A man who wears Rudraksa with or without Mantras, with shame or otherwise gets rid of all sins and attains perfect knowledge. Other spiritual gain are:- Protection against Accidents and Premature Death Increases Intelligence. Development of Dispassion, Detachment and Spirit of Renunciation Protection from the Negative Astrological Influences Materially:- Wealth and Prosperity Success and Power
In addition to general purpose mentioned above, Rudraksha Beads affect specific areas of health, happiness, enhance spiritual fulfillment, prosperity, creativity, intuition, material fulfillment, family harmony and fearless life. So Rudraksha is believed to improve general health, remove misfortune, give purity, peace and stability of mind. Another benefit of the Rudraksha is that after wearing them in combinations, one doesn't have to worry about the worse effect of nine planets anymore. These rudraksha are used to break up (karmic) behaviour patterns, and makes one positive as much as one stops making mistakes and misjudgements.
visit at Rudraksha for more information.
