Rudraksha The Bead Divine

 

The four basic shades of Rudrakshas - fair, light brown, dark brown and black - are associated with the four Varnas of the Hindu society. There are two theories about this. According to one the Rudrakshas are rated as Brahmins, Kshatriyas , Vaishyas and Shudras. According to the other, people belonging to these casts should wear the respective colored Rudrakshas. If you ask HOWSTHAT, the answer is no comment ! Most of the commercially available Rudrakshas are coloured to give them a good look.

  

Rudraksha colours

The Rudraksha tree, known scientifically as Elaeocarpus Granitrus is acknowledged as an ancient species of trees. It grows in the Himalayan regions of India and Nepal and also in Indonesia. It takes 15 to16 years to mature and bear fruits. 

  

The Rudraksha Fruits

Rudrakshas come in various sizes. The smaller Rudrakshas are more famous for their curative and spiritual value.