19 Mukhi Rudraksh

Attributes—

Lord Vishnu resides within the Nineteen-Faced Rudraksha; its abode is the *Ksheersagar* (Cosmic Ocean of Milk). It fulfills the desires of the entire universe and fosters sharp intellect, particularly beneficial for business endeavors. With its support, an individual can carry out various activities—such as business, public service, politics, and social work—without any stress.

In religious scriptures such as Shrimaddevi Bhagwat Purana, Shilparatna, Vishnudharmottara Purana, Lord Vishnu has been described as sleeping on Sheshnag in Kshirsagar. On one side of him is Goddess Lakshmi. Vishnuji has a decorative crown on his head, Shrivatsa on his chest and Kaustubha gem and forest garland around his neck. He has a conch in his right hand, three rings in the second hand, a mace in the third hand and a chakra in the fourth hand. Many sages like Nand, Sunand, Sanat, Sanatan etc., Brahma, Shiva and many gods are praying to him. The goddesses Lakshmi, Pushti, Saraswati, Kanti, Kirti, Tushti, Urja, Samvit, and Maya are in His service. One of His feet rests in the lap of Goddess Lakshmi, while the other lies upon the bed of Shesha. One hand extends to the knee, and another reaches the navel; a third hand supports His head, while the fourth holds the *Santana-manjari*. A lotus stalk emerges from His navel, and Lord Brahma is seated upon the lotus. Madhu and Kaitabha dwell near this lotus stalk.

At the world-renowned Padmanabhan Temple (Ernakulam), a Shiva Linga is enshrined near the head of Lord Vishnu, sheltered by the canopy of Shesha Naga; this signifies that the Shaiva and Vaishnava sects are one and the same, and are mutually integrated. This describes the Lord of the Universe—the sustainer of all animate and inanimate creation—who also bestows His blessings upon the nineteen-faced (Nineteen-Mukhi) Rudraksha. The wearer of this Rudraksha receives the abundant blessings of Lord Vishnu.

Who should wear it?

It brings all comforts, wealth, and success. It eliminates afflictions caused by spirits, Vastu defects, and negative energies. It is an excellent means to find relief from legal complications.

Benefits of wearing it:

1. It brings good fortune and prosperity to life.

2. It yields profits in business.

3. It helps alleviate financial hardship.

4. It helps enhance concentration and patience in students.

The mantras to be chanted with Nineteen Mukhi Rudraksha are-

1. Om Hreem Hoon Namah

2. Om Vishnu Ksheershaynaya Swaha

3. Mahamrityunjaya Mantra

4. Om Namah Shivay