How to Wear a 5 Mukhi Rudraksha – Precautions and the 10 Benefits of Wearing them

By Dr Prabhukar Mishra
March 13, 2021September 3, 2022

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Rudraksha is a holy bead and there are a total of 21 types of rudraksha beads. Out of those 21, it is the 5 Mukhi Rudraksha that’s most readily available.

The 5 Mukhi Rudraksha is governed by the planet Jupiter that’s also known as guru Graha, The ruling God of the 5 mukhi rudraksha is Lord Kalangi Rudra.

It might also intrigue you that wearing a rudraksha has many many benefits and we will be taking you through those benefits. But, let’s first start with the correct way to wear the 5 Mukhi Rudraksha.

How to Wear a 5 Mukhi Rudraksha?

A devotee of Lord Shiva and a believer of his power must wear a rudraksha. The correct vidhi to wear one to please Lord Shiva is given below.

Choose the day of the week carefully – a rudraksha should be worn either on a Monday or on a Thursday.
Get it blessed by a Brahmin – the rudraksha is considered to be lucky only if it is blessed by a Brahmin before you wear it. So, always bear this in mind.

Perform the Pran Pratishta Pooja – this pooja will energize the Holy beads and bless them with the healing power from the mighty Lord Shiva himself.
Do not delay wearing the rudraksha – wear the beads as soon as the pran pratishta pooja is finished.

These are the answers that should help you understand how to wear 5 Mukhi Rudraksha. However, it’s not just the vidhi of wearing a rudraksha that matters, you have to also ensure that proper precautions are taken to maintain the sanctity of the panch Mukhi rudraksha.

Here’s everything that matters

Use a strong thread to make a mala – the best ways to wear rudraksha is by wearing it around your neck in a mala or around your wrist as a bracelet. However, if a rudraksha falls on the ground, it’s no longer considered to be holy. So, use a strong thread to tie up the beads.
Avoid alcohol – do not consume alcohol or eat non-veg while you’re wearing the 5 Mukhi rudraksha.
Purify the beads if you take them off – if you remove the rudraksha, it has to be blessed again before you can wear it. Submerging it in Ganga Jal for 8-10 minutes is considered to be the right way to purify the beads again.

Don’t wear them if they’re dirty – you should always clean the rudraksha so that there’s no dust on it. Use a mild soap to clean it. Once you’re done, don’t forget to oil it and dip it in Ganga Jal before wearing it again.

Now that you know how to wear a 5 Mukhi Rudraksha and how to ensure that it stays holy, you might always want to know why to wear one. If yes, then just simply read through until the end.

10 Benefits of wearing a 5 Mukhi Rudraksha

Rudraksha, according to all the four Hindu Vedas, is one of the strongest holy beads that will keep you happy and safe in a lot of ways. The best benefits of wearing them are listed below.

You will be blessed with long life – Lord Shiva is the destroyer of the world. But, at the same time, he’s also the one who can defy death. This is why it’s advised to chant the maha mrityunjaya Jaap when someone is sick. And since the ruling God of the 5 Mukhi rudraksha is Lord Shiva himself, the beads will keep you safe from accidents and unfortunate events.
You will be blessed with wisdom – Guru Graha (Jupiter) is the planet of knowledge and intelligence. So, wearing a 5 Mukhi rudraksha will bless you with knowledge. This is why it is advised for students.
You will excel in your career – you will get wiser and will be known as a problem solver in your workplace. People will look up to you because of your leadership qualities.

You will become fearless – you will be able to get rid of all fears and failures in life.
Your health will improve – one of the reasons that 5 Mukhi rudraksha is usually worn around the neck is because it is known to heal heart disorders like blood pressure.
You will be blessed with fortune and wealth – it is believed that the bearer of a 5 Mukhi rudraksha becomes invincible. You will always be ahead of your enemies and earn a lot of money and fame in your life.

Your life will become peaceful – panchmukhi rudraksha is the source of positive energy. It removes all negativity from the surroundings and your family life will become peaceful.
You will become powerful – people will respect you and put their faith in you. As a result of which your popularity and social status will increase.
Your mental health will improve too – panchmukhi rudraksha is a pure tatva that drives depression and anxiety away. Thus, you will be able to develop a positive outlook in life.

You will become more spiritual – wearing a panchmukhi rudraksha will bring you closer to God. It will make you wiser and you will be able to look at the world beyond just money and fame.

Takeaways?

Dirty rudraksha cannot heal – Don’t touch a panchmukhi rudraksha or any other rudraksha with dirty hands. It is believed that a rudraksha offers blessings and protection from evil only for as long as it is bright, clean, and pure.
Broken mala shouldn’t be reused – make sure that if the thread you used to make the mala breaks, you don’t repair that same thread by making knots. There shouldn’t be any knot in the mala. So, it’s always advised that you either use a very strong thread or make another mala if the current one breaks.
Be honest – one of the things that can reduce the power of 5 mukhi rudraksha is dishonesty. So, it is believed that the bearer of this holy bead should refrain from lying, drinking alcohol, and gambling.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How to wear a 5 mukhi rudraksha?

You should first energize the rudraksha beads by performing Pran Pratishta Pooja. Always call a Brahmin to perform the proper vidhi to please Lord Shiva.

2. Where to wear a 5 mukhi rudraksha in the body?

Astrologers recommend wearing a 5 mukhi rudraksha mala around the neck. However, you can also wear it as a bracelet on the wrist of your working hand.

3. What are the benefits of 5 mukhi rudraksha?

It is believed that a 5 mukhi rudraksha can protect the wearer from sudden death. It is also known to improve health, bring wealth and wisdom and help in the spiritual growth of the soul.

4. What are 5 mukhi rudraksha astrology precautions?

Use a silk thread to make the mala. Don’t touch the rudraksha with dirty hands. Also, remember to not eat non-veg food or touch alcohol while wearing the rudraksha.

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