Agan Traders Original Tibetan Buddhist 108 Beads Prayer Meditation Mala [8mm, Black Onyx]
Brand: Agan Traders
Color: black-onyx
Categories: Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry, Women, Jewelry, Necklaces, Strands

A Japa mala or mala (meaning garland) is a set of beads commonly used by Hindus and Buddhists, usually made from 108 beads, though other numbers, usually divisible by 9, are also used. Malas are used for keeping count while reciting, chanting, or mentally repeating a mantra or the name or names of a deity. This practice is known in Sanskrit as Japa. Malas are typically made with 19, 21, 27, 54, or 108 beads. In Tibetan Buddhism, traditionally Malas of 108 beads are used. Some practitioners use Malas of 21 or 28 beads for doing prostrations. Doing one 108-bead mala counts as 100 mantra recitations, the extra repetitions are done to amend any mistakes in pronunciation or other faults of recitation. Malas are mainly used to count mantras. These mantras can be recited for different purposes linked to working with the mind. The material used to make the beads can vary according to the purpose of the mantras used. Some beads can be used for all purposes and all kinds of mantras.

Black onyx: 108 beads 8mm diameter. Black Onyx crystals are used for grounding, protection, and self-control, and as a shield against negative energy. Black onyx has a calming quality, which can be beneficial in working with challenging emotions such as grief and anxiety. It also helps to balance yin and yang.
The string of 108 beads plus one guru bead are intended to eliminate 108 problems and thus achieve a state of peace.The 108 Count Prayer Beads, meditation beads is believed to be powerful in bringing positive forces of self realization and contentment, conducive to focus your attention and keep you distracted from stress and or anxiety.
Malas are used for keeping count while reciting, chanting, or mentally repeating a mantra or the name or names of a deity. In Tibetan, traditionally malas of 108 beads are used. Doing one 108-bead mala counts as 100 mantra recitations,the extra repetitions done to amend any mistakes in pronunciation or other faults of recitation
The stones are polished beautifully and threaded onto a durable nylon cord measuring approx. 35 inches around which allows to be worn as either bracelet or necklace. Fit both women and men of any age, it can be folded into three or four layers of bracelets depending on your wrist size. You can also use it as a car hanging, to bless the safety of your travel, or hang on your house for decoration to protect to bring luck and auspiciousness.
Genuine Quality. Made by our master artisan in Nepal.