The meaning of mala beads

Mala beads are magical necklaces with powerful spiritual energy that have been worn by gurus and yogis since ancient times all over the world.

Mystical mala necklaces are a strand of 108 beads, traditionally used for devotional meditation, mantra chanting or prayer to keep the mind focused and clear from thoughts. In Sanskrit language “mala” means a garland and “japa” means repetition. Japa Mala is the name given to mala beads for meditation practice. It refers to the practice of reciting a mantra whilst using the beads to maintain both a focus and to keep count of the repetitions.

Most common mala is a strand of 108 beads plus one extra bead, the 109^th bead – guru bead. Some mala necklaces can have double this number – 216 beads, or a multiple of it such as 18, 27, or 54. The Guru bead acts as the starting and ending marker for the mantra chanting. Tassel on the end of mala is believed that represents a lotus blossom or eternity.

 

What are mala beads for?

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Mala beads are not only beautiful and wearable necklaces, they can be useful tool for your yoga or meditation practice, they incite your body, mind and soul to be calm and peaceful.

Mala beads can also be used for daily intention setting and help you to manifest happiness, love and stability in your life.

When you wear your mala necklace during the day you transform the energy of intention to activity.

Even more, a mala necklace can navigate you the way forward and keep you more connected to your inner guides.

 

 

 

 

What lies behind the mystic number 108?

The number 108 has interesting spiritual significance and is considered sacred for many religions:

• In many Eastern religions the number 108 represent the universe as one thing (1), nothing (0) and everything (8 – infinity).
• In Buddhism and Hinduism 108 represent the whole of existence, an essence that connects us to the whole.
• All 27 constellations of our galaxy have 4 directions, the total combinations is 27 x 4 =108
• Sun, Moon & Earth – It is said that the Sun’s diameter is 108 times that of the diameter of the Earth, while the Sun to Earth distance is 108 times the Sun’s diameter. That is why we have 108 beads in a mala.
• Sanskrit alphabet has 54 letters. Each letter has a masculine (Shiva) and feminine (Shakti) energy. 54 x 2 = 108
• In Astrology there are 12 constellations and 9 arc segments. There are 12 houses and 9 planets. 12 x 9 = 108
• In Ayurveda  there are 108 pressure points in the body, where consciousness and flesh intersect to give life to the living being.
• The Chakras are the main energy channels, and there are said to be a total of 108 energy lines nerves than run through the heart chakra.Wearing a mala that reaches till the heart supports the vital flow of energy through ‘seat of the self’, as taught in traditional Yoga.
• In Yoga, 108 Sun Salutations are often practiced to honorthe change of the seasons or celebrate life.
• Angel Numbers – the number 108 is a message of support and encouragement. A cycle in life might be coming to an end but new opportunities lay ahead.

1 = New beginnings, intuition, insight.

0 = Development of one’s spiritual journey and listening to your intuition.

8 = Manifesting positive abundance, personal power, a desire for peace and a love of humanity.

 

Our collections

Our mala beads are made to help anyone seeking for a calmer mind, body & soul. They are handmade with love & infused with universal healing and energy to promote positive vibes that awake safe and happy sensations.

We exclusively use natural and genuine crystals and gemstones, sacred seeds and authentic beads as Rudraksha, Sandalwood and Agarwood. Every mala is designed with deepest devotion and intentionally hand crafted to detail and each piece offers selected crystals and gems with healing properties that will help you to find your way on your spiritual journey.