9-Mukhi Rudraksha · standard
Nau Mukhi Rudraksha
नवमुखी रुद्राक्ष
Deity · Planet · Beej Mantra
Presiding deity
Goddess Durga (Navadurga form) — also Bhairava
Ruling planet
Ketu
Origin
Nepal (rare)
Beej Mantra
ॐ ह्रीं हुं नमः
Om Hreem Hum Namah
Significance
Embodies energy of Navadurga (nine forms of Mother Goddess). Powerful remedy for Ketu dosha and spiritual stagnation. Particularly worn during Navratri for maximum efficacy.
Benefits
- Ketu dosha relief
- Spiritual breakthrough + sudden insights
- Cures phobias + irrational fears
- Boosts feminine energy (Shakti)
- Removes black magic effects (per Tantra tradition)
Recommended for
Ketu mahadasha, spiritual seekers, those with anxiety disorders, devotees of Devi
Not recommended for
No specific contraindications
Wearing day
Any day during Navratri; otherwise Sunday or Tuesday
Wearing hand / form
Red thread pendant; can be worn as bracelet too
Energising ritual (prana pratishtha)
Energise during Navratri with Durga mantra 108 times. Soak in panchamrit (5 sacred substances) overnight.
Story of origin
Nine mukhis represent Navadurga (Shailaputri through Siddhidatri) and nine planets (Navagraha). Mother Durga in each face grants protection from all nine afflictions.
Plan a related sadhana
Book a rudraksha-related puja at a verified temple, or consult an astrologer for personalised mukhi recommendation based on your chart. See also 12 Jyotirlinga and Sanskrit mantras.