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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 is made from stabilized Chinese Turquoise finished with a rock crystal guru bead. Considered a "green" stone in Tibet, it is often used for Green Tara and practices to dispel obstacles. 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. Golden lustrous bands of fibrous inclusions create the "cats eye" effect of this captivating stone. In the Tibetan tradition, the color gold is thought to promote prosperity and increase confidence. A Tiger Eye mala is a good choice for Manjushri and Jambhala practices. Finished with a matching 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. -
Made from Japanese printed cotton fabric and lined in rich ivory rayon, these bags feature a unique design. The bag is closed by pushing the fabric through the wooden ring. These bags are handy when traveling for carrying jewelry or other small precious items. 7" x 5.5" This distinctive bag features a tan cross-hatch star pattern scattered on a brick red background with a tan lining. -
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 pale pink stone has a muted translucence. The soft pink color makes this a good choice for all types of compassion-developing practices. A rose quartz guru bead finishes this delicate 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. -
Hand malas (or "pocket malas") consist of 27 beads, one-quarter of a full sized mala. Finished with a handmade cotton tassel. These beautiful clear crystal beads are connected with the clarity and purity of wisdom and pacifying energy. A crystal is a symbolic attribute of the Boddhisattva Chenrezig. Finished with a matching guru bead. -
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 beautiful clear crystal beads are connected with the clarity and purity of wisdom and pacifying energy. A crystal is a symbolic attribute of the Boddhisattva Chenrezig. Finished with a matching 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. -
This lovely and delicate mala is intended to be a discreet and beautiful way to wear your mala all day long and serve as a reminder to maintain mindfulness and awareness in daily life. Rock Crystal with Red Swarovski markers, Bali silver spacers, Red Swarovski central bead and Bali silver caps. -
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. A truly exquisite stone of translucent deep rose with delicate white traceries. Metaphysical lore connects this stone to the heart and calls it "the stone of love and balance." This sumptuous mala is completer 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. -
This lovely and delicate mala is intended to be a discreet and beautiful way to wear your mala all day long. The bead count is 27 so that four rounds equal a full 108-bead mala cycle. Black Onyx with Turquoise markers, Coral rondelles and a Turquoise central bead with sterling silver caps. -
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. Natural mother of pearl is a glowing variegated creamy beige shell. This mala is both earthy and luminous. 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 stone 108-bead malas are strung on strong flexible wire for durability and adorned with luxurious handmade cotton tassels. This dramatic stone of vibrant green with darker green banding creates a mala that is appropriate for practices connected with accomplishing compassionate activity, such as Green Tara. It is finished with a black onyx 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. -
Hand malas (or "pocket malas") consist of 27 beads, one-quarter of a full sized mala. Finished with a handmade cotton tassel. Derived from the ancient city of Benares, these malas retain their lovely sandalwood fragrance for years. When the Buddhist teachings flourished in India, meditators retreated to the cool sandalwood groves during the heat of the summer. Finished with a sandalwood guru bead and a deep red tassel. -
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 wood and seed malas are strung either on woven nylon cord with decorative knots, or on flexible wire with cotton tassels. Derived from the ancient city of Benares, these malas retain for years their lovely sandalwood fragrance. When the Buddhist teachings flourished in India, meditators retreated to the cool sandalwood groves during the heat of the summer. Finished with a sandalwood guru bead and red tassel. 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.) Lotus seed makes a durable mala that has been used for centuries as a practice support. Light lotus seed is a pale beige with black specles, a pattern called "moon and stars" in Asia. This imported mala is finished with a red or maroon endless knot. 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 stunning mala, is made from fine-grade, deep blue lapis. The medicine Buddha, the embosiment of healing energy is described as deep blue, the color of lapis lazuli. Finished with a lapis 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. In many cultures throughout the ages, jade has been associated with sacredness and treasured for it's beauty. These stones are color enhanced and the mala is finished with a carnelian guru bead. For un-dyed jade availability and price, inquire through our custom mala form. 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 wood and seed malas are strung either on woven nylon cord with decorative knots, or on flexible wire with cotton tassels. This richly dark colored hard wood will only get warmer with usage. 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. -
Made from Japanese printed cotton fabric and lined in rich blue rayon, these bags feature a unique design. The bag is closed by pushing the fabric through the wooden ring. These bags are handy when traveling for carrying jewelry or other small precious items. 7" x 5.5" A multitude of dragonflies in different sizes and winged patterns in shades of red, white, blue and tan on deep indigo background. -
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 stunning coral mala is made from bamboo coral that has been dyed a rich orange-red. It is finished with a yellow jade guru bead. Inquire about availability and price of un-dyed coral through our custom mala form. 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.) Made from the seeds of a Bodhi tree, the tree under which the Buddha attained enlightenment in Bodhgaya, India 2500 years ago, this type of mala is good for any form of practice. It is finished with a woven cord tassel. 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. Blue Lace Agate is a finely patterned stone of white and varying shades of light blue. Tones of soft white and cool blue give this mala a subtle, quiet beauty. The 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. -
Hand malas (or "pocket malas") consist of 27 beads, one-quarter of a full sized mala. Finished with a handmade cotton tassel. An elegant mala of smooth jet-black stone finished with a black onyx guru bead. In the Tibetan tradition, black is associated with the protection principle, the guarding of awareness and dispelling of obstacles. In the Zen tradition, black connotes emptiness. -
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. An elegant mala of smooth jet-black stone finished with a black onyx guru bead. In the Tibetan tradition, black is associated with the protection principle, the guarding of awareness and dispelling of obstacles. In the Zen tradition, black connotes emptiness. 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 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. -
These wrist malas are strung on stretchy cord and comfortably fit most people's wrists. Can be used for counting mantra recitations as well as serving as reminders to maintain mindfulness and awareness in daily life. 10mm Light Lotus Seed with Chinese turquoise nugget, matching guru bead and woven knot. -
This lovely and delicate mala is intended to be a discreet and beautiful way to wear your mala all day long and serve as a reminder to maintain mindfulness and awareness in daily life. Matte Rock Crystal with Swarovski Crystal markers, Bali silver spacers, Swarovski central bead and Bali silver caps. -
This lovely and delicate mala is intended to be a discreet and beautiful way to wear your mala all day long and serve as a reminder to maintain mindfulness and awareness in daily life. Matte Black Onyx with Swarovski Crystal markers, Bali silver spacers, Swarovski central bead and Bali silver caps.
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This lovely and delicate mala is intended to be a discreet and beautiful way to wear your mala all day long and serve as a reminder to maintain mindfulness and awareness in daily life. Rose Quartz with Rhodonite markers, Bali silver spacers, Rhodonite central bead and Bali silver caps. -
This lovely and delicate mala is intended to be a discreet and beautiful way to wear your mala all day long and serve as a reminder to maintain mindfulness and awareness in daily life. Red Aventurine with Natural Mother of Pearl markers, Bali silver spacers, Natural Mother of Pearl central bead and Bali silver caps. -
This lovely and delicate mala is intended to be a discreet and beautiful way to wear your mala all day long and serve as a reminder to maintain mindfulness and awareness in daily life. Turquoise with Coral markers, Bali silver spacers, Turquoise central bead and Bali silver caps. -
A single counter can be attached to your mala and moved to record 10,000 accumulations of a mantra. This pair is a 10K moveable clip-on counter with a double dorje design. -
Counters with moveable discs can be attached to your mala and used to record accumulated recitations of mantras. Each set is adorned with a bell and dorje symbolizing the wisdom and skillful means arising from practice. These Brass counters are strung on red cord with bell and dorje and multicolored tassels. -
Counters with moveable discs can be attached to your mala and used to record accumulated recitations of mantras. Each set is adorned with a bell and dorje symbolizing the wisdom and skillful means arising from practice. These White Metal counters are strung on red cord with bell and dorje and multicolored tassels. -
Counters with moveable discs can be attached to your mala and used to record accumulated recitations of mantras. Each set is adorned with a bell and dorje symbolizing the wisdom and skillful means arising from practice. These White Metal counters are strung on yellow cord with bell and dorje.
