Mala prayer chain
A Mala is a traditional Hindu and Buddhist prayer bead used for meditation, prayer, and spiritual practices. It is often used as a tool to focus attention and calm the mind during meditation. Here are the main uses of a Mala prayer bead:
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Meditation: During meditation, the Mala is used to count mantras. A mantra is a repeated word or series of words that helps focus the mind. With each repetition of the mantra, a bead of the Mala is slid through the fingers. This helps with counting repetitions and promotes focus.
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Prayer: In various religious traditions, Mala necklaces are used for reciting prayers. Each bead represents a prayer or affirmation, making it easy to keep track of how many times the prayers have been repeated.
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Spiritual Intentions: People often use Malas as a symbol of their spiritual intentions. They can serve as a reminder of personal goals, such as charity, compassion, patience, or other virtues.
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Healing energy: Some believe that the materials used in the Mala, such as gemstones, contain healing energies. Each gemstone can have different properties that could have a positive effect on the wearer.
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Mindfulness: Using a Mala can also serve as a form of mindfulness practice, where the person consciously brings attention to each bead, breath, and the moment itself.
Overall, the Mala is a versatile tool that can be used in a variety of ways depending on personal beliefs and spiritual practices.
A mala was originally intended as a prayer chain, a tool for counting mantras during meditation. A mala is usually made of 108 beads + 1 guru bead and a tassel. Malas that contain gemstones also have healing properties.
Mala at Twosisters
Most malas in our shop can also be used as a bracelet and of course as a necklace! A beautiful gift for yourself or someone else!