What are the functions and effects of Bodhi seeds?

In daily life, Bodhi seeds are a common thing for many people. There are many types of Bodhi seeds. In addition to Buddhist people, people can also wear Bodhi seeds. Different Bodhi seeds have different effects and functions on the body. At the same time, they can effectively prevent some physical diseases, make people feel open-minded, understand more Buddhist teachings, etc., and they also have certain benefits for the human meridians.

What are the functions and effects of Bodhi seeds?

The efficacy of Bodhi seeds: In addition to Buddhist believers using them as prayer beads, ordinary people can also use Bodhi beads to massage their hands. There are reflex areas on the palms of hands that are related to many important organs such as the heart, liver, spleen, lungs, and kidneys.

1. Bodhi is a transliteration of Sanskrit, which means enlightenment, wisdom, knowledge, and path. In a broad sense, it is the wisdom of cutting off worldly troubles and achieving Nirvana. Because Buddha Shakyamuni attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree, Bodhi means enlightenment and the achievement of Buddhahood.

2. Sun seed is a kind of reddish brown hard fruit produced in tropical areas. Each seed has a small white dot, which looks like the rising sun. The reddish brown color is like the fire of the sun, so it is named sun seed. Buddhism calls the sun god "Yue Shen". The main deity of Tantric Buddhism is the Great Tathagata, who appears in the world according to circumstances, breaks all darkness, reveals the Bodhicitta, and illuminates all living beings. The Sun Child expels evil and eliminates disasters, bringing people ten blessings and health. It can be used as Buddhist beads or as a single bead to be worn on the wrist. It not only helps in spiritual practice, but also looks beautiful and enhances one's temperament.

3. Moon seed is a dark gray hard fruit produced in the tropics. Each seed has a light brown dot on it, like the moon hanging in the sky. The grayish white color of the fruit is like the cool and bright moonlight, hence the name moon seed. The moon represents femininity, auspiciousness and peace.

4. Golden Toad is a kind of Star-Moon Bodhi, but harder than Star-Moon Bodhi. Because each grain is shaped like a golden toad, it is named golden toad seed. It can gather people's wisdom, bring peace and good luck. It can be used to make Buddhist beads, single or multiple pendants to bring luck to people.

5. Burmese eggplant is a rare tropical fruit that looks like an eggplant. After hardening, the fruit becomes as hard as wood, the body is dark brown, the stem is yellow, and it is oblate and long, of varying sizes. The unique shape of the Burmese eggplant itself has an alluring charm. It is said that the Burmese eggplant can exorcise evil spirits, protect the house and bring good luck, power, longevity and wealth to the owner. It has always been treasured by collectors. You can string one, three, or more beads together and hang them on your body as ornaments or Buddhist beads. Due to its unique energy, it can change a person's magnetic field and bring good luck and well-being.

6. Five Eyes and Six Channels is an unusual fruit. After the stalk falls, there are five small holes on the top, which look like five small eyes. Holes are drilled from the beginning to the end to make Buddhist beads, which are called "Five Eyes and Six Channels". The "five eyes" refer to the five abilities of the physical eye, the divine eye, the wisdom eye, the Dharma eye, and the Buddha eye. The "six supernatural powers" refer to the power of divine feet, the power of divine hearing, the power of divine sight, the power of knowing others' minds, the power of knowing past lives, and the power of wisdom and enlightenment. The first five supernatural powers can be achieved through various practices, but the last one is a Buddhist realm. These are the six kinds of unhindered and free miraculous functions displayed by Bodhisattvas based on their power of concentration and wisdom. This kind of Buddhist beads has rich meaning.

7. Fairy Peach. According to ancient Chinese legend, peach wood can drive away ghosts, peach stems can ward off evil, and peach charms can ward off evil spirits. Peach cores are hard and have the above functions at the same time. The Buddhist beads made from them after carving have extraordinary energy. It is said that the peaches are fairy peaches planted by the Queen Mother of the West, which can prolong life. Therefore, the peaches are also called fairy peaches. The pit of the peach is flat and round in shape, with many irregular bumps and textures on the surface. It does not require any carving and is very unique. The peach kernels are bronze in color, full of antique charm, and the Buddhist beads made from them are unique.

8. "Man Guan", Buddhist beads made from coconut stems, are extremely rare. Coconut husk is unique in that it keeps your hands warm in winter and protects you from sweat stains in summer. Some people named this coconut husk bracelet "Grand Slam", which is very interesting.

9. Tianyizi, Tianyizi is a peculiar and hard fruit. It is flat and round in shape with a raised, curved ridge. It looks like a peach or a small pumpkin. There is a God's Will Tree in the Buddhist scriptures. This tree turns according to God's will and fulfills all your wishes. Tianyizi has a special meaning. Using this bead to practice will bring success. God’s will; wearing it casually can increase blessings and wisdom.