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The first prayer beads (“Sanskrit: mala, meaning “garland”) grew out of the Vedic tradition in India and were the prototype for prayer beads in later world cultures. (For more information on history and meaning, see our About Malas section.) Our stone 108-bead malas are strung on strong flexible wire for durability and adorned with luxurious handmade cotton tassels. This mala of deep purple translucent beads is finished with an amethyst guru bead. Diverse cultures associate amethyst with spiritual awareness and wisdom. Marker beads may be special ordered for an additional $8.00 to $10.00 depending on the number added to the mala. Placement of markers can be arranged according to one’s meditation tradition. Please contact us for more details. -
The first prayer beads (“Sanskrit: mala, meaning “garland”) grew out of the Vedic tradition in India and were the prototype for prayer beads in later world cultures. (For more information on history and meaning, see our About Malas section.) Our stone 108-bead malas are strung on strong flexible wire for durability and adorned with luxurious handmade cotton tassels. Amazonite is a slightly translucent, delicate blue-green stone which has a soft glowing beauty. This lovely mala is finished with a rock crystal guru bead. Marker beads may be special ordered for an additional $8.00 to $10.00 depending on the number added to the mala. Placement of markers can be arranged according to one’s meditation tradition. Please contact us for more details. -
The first prayer beads (“Sanskrit: mala, meaning “garland”) grew out of the Vedic tradition in India and were the prototype for prayer beads in later world cultures. (For more information on history and meaning, see our About Malas section.) Our crystal 108-bead malas are strung on strong flexible wire for durability and adorned with luxurious handmade cotton tassels. This mala is made with finely faceted round lead-crystal beads. The first time a sunbeam hits these beads is a moment of pure delight. A rock crystal guru bead completes this mala. Marker beads may be special ordered for an additional $8.00 to $10.00 depending on the number added to the mala. Placement of markers can be arranged according to one’s meditation tradition. Please contact us for more details. -
The first prayer beads (“Sanskrit: mala, meaning “garland”) grew out of the Vedic tradition in India and were the prototype for prayer beads in later world cultures. (For more information on history and meaning, see our About Malas section.) Our stone 108-bead malas are strung on strong flexible wire for durability and adorned with luxurious handmade cotton tassels. These rich, deep red/orange beads create a mala that is both bold and warm. Red in the Tibetan tradition symbolizes the magnetizing energy of attracting favorable circumstances. Completed with a carnelian guru bead. Marker beads may be special ordered for an additional $8.00 to $10.00 depending on the number added to the mala. Placement of markers can be arranged according to one’s meditation tradition. Please contact us for more details. -
The first prayer beads (“Sanskrit: mala, meaning “garland”) grew out of the Vedic tradition in India and were the prototype for prayer beads in later world cultures. (For more information on history and meaning, see our About Malas section.) Our stone 108-bead malas are strung on strong flexible wire for durability and adorned with luxurious handmade cotton tassels. This stone is a delicate light green and is connected to energies of peacefulness and healing. The mala is completed with an aventurine guru bead. Marker beads may be special ordered for an additional $8.00 to $10.00 depending on the number added to the mala. Placement of markers can be arranged according to one’s meditation tradition. Please contact us for more details. -
BUILD YOUR OWN 108 BEAD FULL MALA!
Many Blessings! (Buddhist message in scroll or image) - Welcome to our BUILD YOUR OWN MALA page. For those who prefer to create their own from 108 mala we have created this customizable shopping cart below. Steps are below...
- Choose Your base 108 beads for the mala.
- Choose Your Marker Bead (this goes in-between the base beads to help keep a good prayer rhythm). $10 to add most any markers...
- Choose Marker Layout (number of beads in-between your marker beads).
- Accent - $5 to add accent style.
- Guru Bead - Traditionally the LARGEST bead that also holds together your mala.
- Tassel - Optional to add a tassel.
- Snake Knot - Optional to add a snake knot.
Choose Your Favorite Base Bead Below to Begin!!
