Among all the rudraksha malas, the Siddha Mala is one of the most revered, a combination of many beads worn together for complete spiritual support. But there is an important detail most people never hear: the Siddha Mala, as commonly sold, is considered incomplete. There is a fuller version, the Sarva Siddha Mala, and understanding the difference matters greatly.

According to Dr. Santosh Sharma, the plain Siddha Mala leaves out two crucial beads, and adding them transforms it into a truly complete mala. This guide explains what the Siddha Mala is, what each bead within it does, why it is considered incomplete, and how the Sarva Siddha Mala completes it.

What Is the Siddha Mala?

Siddha Mala

The Siddha Mala is a rudraksha combination made from beads running from 2 Mukhi to 14 Mukhi. Worn together, these beads carry a broad spectrum of planetary and divine energies in a single strand, which is why the Siddha Mala is so valued for all-round spiritual benefit.

Each bead in the mala serves a distinct purpose, connected either to a planet or to a deity. Together they form a powerful whole, supporting the mind, the body, and one’s spiritual life at once.

The Beads Within the Siddha Mala

To appreciate the mala, it helps to see what each bead contributes. Dr. Santosh Sharma runs through the combination as follows.

The 2 Mukhi Rudraksha is for the Moon. The 3 Mukhi Rudraksha is for the Sun, and is associated with digestion. The 4 Mukhi Rudraksha belongs to Brahma, the creator, supporting intelligence and creativity. The 5 Mukhi Rudraksha is for Jupiter, and the 6 Mukhi Rudraksha is for Mars. The 7 Mukhi Rudraksha is for Venus and is linked to physical well-being.

Continuing upward, the 8 Mukhi Rudraksha is for Ketu, and the 9 Mukhi Rudraksha is for Rahu. The 10 Mukhi Rudraksha is associated with Lord Vishnu, and the 11 Mukhi Rudraksha with Panchmukhi Hanuman. The 12 Mukhi Rudraksha is for the Sun, for name and fame. The 13 Mukhi Rudraksha is for Venus, for attraction, and the 14 Mukhi Rudraksha is connected to Lord Hanuman, carrying the protective energy familiar from the Hanuman Chalisa.

Why the Siddha Mala Is Considered Incomplete

Here is the crucial point Dr. Santosh Sharma makes. The Siddha Mala, which runs only from 2 Mukhi to 14 Mukhi, is missing two important beads; because of this, he considers it an incomplete combination.

The two beads left out are the 15 Mukhi Rudraksha, which is for Mercury, and the 17 Mukhi Rudraksha, which is for Saturn. Between them, the mala also includes the 16 Mukhi Rudraksha, connected to Lord Shiva and traditionally associated with support for serious, hard-to-cure ailments. Without Mercury, Saturn, and Shiva’s beads, the mala leaves significant gaps; Mercury governs communication and intellect, and Saturn is among the most powerful influences in any chart. A combination that stops at 14 Mukhi simply doesn’t cover them.

This is why Dr. Santosh Sharma advises against settling for the plain 2 to 14 Mukhi Siddha Mala on its own. Left incomplete, it misses energies that a complete mala should carry.

The Sarva Siddha Mala: The Complete Combination

The solution is the Sarva Siddha Mala, which runs from 2 Mukhi all the way to 17 Mukhi. By extending the range to include the 15-, 16-, and 17 Mukhi beads, it fills the gaps the plain Siddha Mala leaves behind.

What makes this version truly complete, in Dr. Santosh Sharma’s words, is that it holds far more than a set of planets. Running from 2 to 17 Mukhi, the mala first covers all nine planets, the Navagraha, in full. And on top of the nine planets, it also brings in the great deities: Brahma, the creator; Lord Vishnu; Lord Shiva (Mahadev); Panchmukhi Hanuman; and the protective Hanuman Kavach of the 14 Mukhi. So a complete mala carries not just planetary balance but divine protection as well- the whole of the cosmic order in a single strand. This is what transforms an incomplete Siddha Mala into a complete Sarva Siddha Mala, and his guidance is direct: wear the Sarva Siddha Mala, the full 2 to 17 Mukhi, rather than the incomplete 2 to 14 Mukhi version.

A Word of Caution on the 1 Mukhi

There is one more important note. Dr. Santosh Sharma cautions against the so-called 1 Mukhi bead often sold alongside these malas, because the round 1 Mukhi commonly offered in the market is frequently not genuine rudraksha at all, but Bhadraksha, a harmful look-alike he has warned about separately. So when seeking a complete mala, the answer is not to add a questionable 1 Mukhi, but to choose the genuine 2 to 17 Mukhi Sarva Siddha Mala from a trustworthy source.

The Takeaway

The Siddha Mala is a powerful combination, but as commonly sold, from 2 Mukhi to 14 Mukhi, it is incomplete, missing the crucial Mercury and Saturn beads (and the Shiva bead between them). The Sarva Siddha Mala, running the full 2 to 17 Mukhi, is the complete version: all nine planets together with the great deities, and the one Dr. Santosh Sharma recommends.

Understanding this difference protects you from wearing a partial mala when a complete one is available. As always, whichever mala you choose, sourcing a genuine one and wearing it with proper guidance is what allows it to truly serve you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Siddha Mala?

The Siddha Mala is a rudraksha combination of beads ranging from 2 Mukhi to 14 Mukhi, each associated with a planet or deity. Worn together, they offer broad spiritual, physical, and mental support in a single mala.

Why is the Siddha Mala considered incomplete?

According to Dr. Santosh Sharma, the plain Siddha Mala (2 to 14 Mukhi) leaves out the 15 Mukhi (Mercury) and 17 Mukhi (Saturn) beads. Because these important energies are missing, he regards it as an incomplete combination.

What is the difference between Siddha Mala and Sarva Siddha Mala?

The Siddha Mala runs from 2 Mukhi to 14 Mukhi, while the Sarva Siddha Mala runs from 2 Mukhi to 17 Mukhi. The Sarva Siddha Mala includes the 15-, 16-, and 17 Mukhi beads, covering all nine planets along with the major deities, making it the complete version.

Which mala should I wear, Siddha or Sarva Siddha?

Dr. Santosh Sharma recommends the Sarva Siddha Mala (2 to 17 Mukhi), the complete combination, rather than the incomplete 2 to 14 Mukhi Siddha Mala, because the fuller version includes the important Mercury and Saturn beads and the full set of deities.

What does each bead in the Siddha Mala represent?

Each bead is tied to a planet or deity, for example, 2 Mukhi for the Moon, 4 Mukhi for Brahma, 5 Mukhi for Jupiter, 6 Mukhi for Mars, 10 Mukhi for Lord Vishnu, 12 Mukhi for the Sun, and 14 Mukhi for Lord Hanuman, together forming a complete spiritual combination.

Should I wear a 1 Mukhi with my mala?

Dr. Santosh Sharma cautions that the round 1 Mukhi commonly sold is often Bhadraksha, a harmful look-alike rather than genuine rudraksha. Instead of adding a questionable 1 Mukhi, he recommends choosing a genuine Sarva Siddha Mala from a trustworthy source.