Used in all lengths of mala necklace and bracelets, the guru bead, also known as the SuMeru bead, is a decorative placeholder that marks the end of the 108 prayer mantra and also acts as a clasp. It is the only bead on the necklace to feature three holes, bringing together the necklace ends and channeling them into an end focal piece, most commonly a tassel or a talisman. Interestingly, this unique Guru bead is also referred to as the Divine Teacher, as it is never used to count, and therefore represents all that one wishes to attain...