The 12 Mukhi Rudraksha, adorned with twelve vertical lines or faces known as "Mukhi," represents the twelve forms of Lord Surya, the radiant source of light, energy, and life in the Universe. This Rudraksha, also known as Dwadash Aditya, is blessed by Lord Surya, granting the wearer his grace and blessings. According to the Padma Puran, wearing the 12 Mukhi Rudraksha brings wealth and happiness to the wearer while shielding them from the fear of fiery energies and diseases. It’s a deterrent to poverty and nullifies sins related to harming animals and soldiers during wars. The Shrimad Devi Bhagwatam assures that the wearer of this Rudraksha need not fear armed men, horned animals, or lions. It alleviates physical and mental agony, instilling fearlessness and freedom from trouble. Lord Vishnu's blessings, as per the Rudraksha Jabalo Upanishad, accompany this bead, bestowing leadership qualities and the ability to influence and control others. It radiates the wearer's inner strength, eliminates doubts, and fosters internal happiness. The 12 Mukhi Rudraksha is available in small, large, and collectors sizes. 

About the ruling planet Sun The ruling planet of the 12 Mukhi Rudraksha is the Sun, a planet that’s representative of all planets. The Sun is the source of light, energy, and life. It is associated with vitality, courage, confidence, and authority. It also represents the self, the ego, and the soul. The 12 Mukhi Rudraksha helps balance and harmonize the effects of the Sun in one’s horoscope. It can help overcome the challenges and obstacles that the Sun may bring, such as arrogance, pride, anger, and jealousy. It can also help enhance the positive qualities of the Sun, such as leadership, creativity, and enlightenment. 

Different ways to wear the 12 Mukhi Rudraksha The 12 Mukhi Rudraksha can be worn in different ways depending on one’s preference and purpose. Some of the common ways are:

• The 12 Mukhi Rudraksha can be worn as a single bead or in combination with other Mukhi Rudraksha. It can be strung in a silk/wool thread or capped in silver or gold. It can be worn on either hand or around the neck.
• The 12 Mukhi Rudraksha can be worn in our popular combinations like the Indra mala, the Siddha mala, or the Maha Mrityunjay mala.
• A personalized combination can be made by using the free recommendation of our experts to know which combination will provide you with the best outcomes.
• However, before wearing any of these ways, one should follow some guidelines and precautions, such as:
• Buying them from a trusted seller who can provide a certificate of authenticity and lab testing report checking their shape and origin
• Consulting an astrologer
• Wearing them the next morning after taking a bath and wearing clean clothes
• Keeping them clean and dry

Story about the presiding deity: 

As per the Samba Purana, Lord Krishna married Jambwanti and they had a son called Samba. He was extremely handsome. His charm and radiance were exemplary. However, he once sinned and as a result, was afflicted with leprosy. His youthful charm now began to wilt and moved towards a very challenging physical appearance. His health began to fail. This prompted him to invoke Surya / Sun. He prayed sincerely till Surya appeared and blessed him. It was with Surya’s blessings that Samba could do away with this misfortune. Thus he was free from diseases and regained his attractiveness once again.

An excerpt from this Purana calls Lord Surya the radiant master of the Universe, who through his rays, bestows knowledge. He can bestow salvation through his presence and radiance. Lord Surya has a red complexion, rides a chariot drawn by the seven white horses, and holds the divine wheel of Time. He is the father who gives warmth, and radiance and burns down all sins with his thousand rays of light. This is how the Suryashtakam ends describing the power of this deity from the Rig Veda. The 12 Mukhi Rudraksha has many benefits for the wearer, both spiritual and material. Some benefits are: Health Benefits: It strengthens internal organs and is beneficial for ailments affecting the eyes, skin, and the heart. Spiritual Benefits: It evokes self-power and makes the person shine bright and radiant like the sun. The scriptures refer to the Sun as the Atman, the soul of all beings. Thus Sun is none other than the self. The Prana or the vital force essential for life is Aditya / Sun. As per scriptures wearing a 12 Mukhi Rudraksha close to the chest ensures its proximity to the heart. Thus the heart / Anahata Chakra is energized. General Benefits: It enhances confidence, courage, and leadership skills. It attracts wealth, fame, and success. It aids in gaining name, fame, power, and position. It substantially enhances the qualities of leadership and administration. Professionals like lawyers, doctors, and chartered accountants benefit from this bead. It improves the confidence and the motivating capacity of the wearer, allowing them to be a leader or a trailblazer for others and lead others onto the path of glory. A 12 Mukhi hanging is used to rectify the defects of Vaastu. The 12 Mukhi Rudraksha is beneficial for people who need to make decisions and lead with authority, such as administrators, doctors, lawyers, and chartered accountants. Other professions may involve - People who wish to heal diseases, especially those related to the digestive organs, heart, and eyesight are suggested to wear it. People who require to work on reducing stress and anger are advised to wear a 12 Mukhi Rudraksha. Individuals dealing with worry, suspicion, dependency, and poor self-esteem can also wear it. Wash your Rudraksha with water and oil the Rudraksha using a soft brush preferably once a month using almond oil. Chant ‘Om Namah Shivaye’ before wearing the Mala the next day. Remove Rudraksha Mala while engaging in sexual intercourse and while visiting funeral grounds. We at Rudralife, suggest that one can remove Rudraksha Mala while consuming non vegetarian food and alcohol and wear it afterwards. Though our scriptures also highlight that they can be worn all the time without any restrictions.

• Women can wear Rudraksha and is their choice whether they wish to remove the Mala during menstrual cycles. As per our scriptures, there are no such restrictions and women can wear Rudraksha without any worries.
• To energise the Rudraksha Mala, touch it to a shivling and chant ‘Om Namah Shivaye’ 11 times. If possible, try to do a Rudrabhishek of the Rudraksha when possible.
• Do try to refrain from wearing a Rudraksha Mala worn by others and keep a Mala separate for Japa and for wearing.