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Spiritual use of Rudraksha Rudraksha beads are the material from which mālās are made. The term is used both for the berries themselves and as a term for the type of mālā made from them In this sense, a Rudraksha is a rosary, used for repetitive prayer (japa), a common aid to worship in Hinduism and other faiths. Rudrakshas are also used for the treatment of various diseases in traditional Indian medicine. A common type has five divisions, and these are considered to be symbolic of the five faces of Shiva . It should only be worn on a black or red string/thread or, rarely, a gold chain Rudraksha malas have been used by Hindus as rosaries from at least the 10th century for meditation purposes and to sanctify the mind, body and soul. The word rudraksha is derived from Rudra ( Shiva ) and aksha (eyes). One Hindu legend says that once LordShiva opened His eyes after a long period yogic meditation and because of strong feelings He shed a tear. This single tear from Shiva'...