Q – Davie, Orlando, Florida, USA – What is Rudraksha? Is it man made or some fruit?
Karan Sekhri – ‘Rudraksha’ is scientifically known as ‘Elaeocarpus Ganitras Roxb’. It is neither manmade nor a fruit. It’s actually a seed. According to Hindu mythology it is related to Lord Shiva, the tears of Lord Shiva. ‘Rudra’ signifies Lord Shiva ‘Aksha’ signifies tears. Not only it has important significance in astrological remedies, spiritual rituals but scientifically it has proven to be very beneficial medically. In fact in Ayurveda & Naturopathy it is proven to be one of the key elements.