Mala beads, also known as japa mala or mala, have been used for centuries as a prayer or meditation tool in many traditions, including Hinduism and Buddhism.

A mala is a string of 108 beads with an additional guru bead, which is larger than the other beads, and sometimes a tassel. The beads are often made of seeds, wood, such as sandalwood or rosewood, or gemstones. Malas are used for keeping count while reciting, chanting, or mentally repeating a mantra or the name or names of a deity.

To use your mala as a meditation tool, simply hold the strand in your right hand, starting at the guru bead, with your middle finger and thumb. Choose a mantra or prayer, and speak it either aloud or to yourself, and move the beads through your fingers, repeating the mantra with every bead. Once you reach the guru bead, you can either end your meditation there, or continue on by turning around and going the other direction.
 
Amethyst, Purple Quartz, Selenite, Wood, Lava Stone

Hand knotted with Amethyst and Labradorite Pendant on silk thread.


Amethyst is a protective and powerful stone with a high spiritual vibration. It guards against psychic attacks and block negative environment energies. A natural tranquilizer, it is very calming of the mind. It’s serenity enhances higher states of consciousness and meditation.

Purple Quartz (dyed) is a great stone for stability, balance, and harmony.

Selenite is believed to have the power to cleanse and charge other crystals, clear blockages in your energy field, and direct high-frequency energy into the body, promoting spiritual growth and mental clarity.

Lava stone is a great grounding stone, bringing strength, courage, and stability to the wearer.