A Rudraksha represents Lord Shiva/ Rudra himself.It is said that it bestows all sorts of salvation & achievement of desired objects.Rudraksha is said to be rich with shakti and calms the kundalini, thus making it easier to rise.Rudraksha is said to open the heart chakra. Japa with Rudraksha mala yields many good results on human body and mind. This improves the blood circulation at eyes, mental nerves, pituitary and pineal and it prevents the cold and asthma. Rudraksha is also used for treatment of various diseases in traditional Indian medicine. This Rudraksha mala is a powerful rosary to accompany you in japa, repeat your prayers and count your chants. The five faces of the bead is said to represent the five faces of Lord Shiva