Discover the Sacred Practice of 108 Bead Mala Meditation
The 108 Bead Mala Necklace with Red Turquoise or Lazurite Beads is a sacred meditation beads 108 strand designed for deep spiritual practice. Crafted with reverence for ancient traditions, this ceremonial japa mala 108 beads necklace serves as both a powerful meditation tool and an exquisite piece of spiritual jewelry. Each carefully selected stone carries distinctive energetic properties to enhance your meditation journey.
Choose between the vibrant energy of Red Turquoise or the serene blue depths of Lazurite beads, both strung in traditional mala format with 108 beads—the sacred number that appears throughout spiritual teachings across various wisdom traditions.
Connection to Ancient Spiritual Traditions
For centuries, practitioners of meditation and mindfulness have relied on the 108 mala bead necklace as an essential tool for focus and intention. The tradition of using prayer beads 108 for counting mantras (japa) originated in ancient India and spread throughout Buddhist, Hindu, and yogic practices worldwide.
The number 108 holds profound significance in spiritual cosmology—representing the 108 energy lines converging to form the heart chakra, the 108 virtues to cultivate, and many other sacred numerical correspondences across Eastern philosophies.
Healing Properties of Your Chosen Stone
The Red Turquoise variation embodies qualities of hope, passion, and warmth. Tibetan traditions regard this stone as an embodiment of divine power, bringing vitality and optimistic energy to the wearer. During mantra meditation beads practice, Red Turquoise is believed to amplify intentions related to courage and life-affirming energy.
Alternatively, the Lazurite option offers properties of balance, serenity, and inner peace. This deeply blue stone works to harmonize the chakra alignment jewelry system while enhancing focus during meditation. Lazurite encourages self-respect and positive spiritual energy, making it ideal for those seeking emotional equilibrium through their spiritual bead necklace practice.
Enhancing Your Meditation Practice
As you hold your mala, allow your fingers to move from bead to bead with each repetition of your chosen mantra or affirmation. The tactile connection to these beads creates a rhythm that deepens your meditation experience. The final guardian bead (sometimes called the guru bead) serves as a reminder to express gratitude before beginning another cycle.
This traditional meditation tool complements other practices in our Wrist Malas and Gemstone Malas collections, offering variations for different spiritual needs and preferences.
Product Features
- Type: Full 108 Bead Mala Necklace
- Materials: Red Turquoise or Lazurite natural stone
- Bead Size: 8MM (approx. 0.31 inches)
- Traditional knotting between each bead for durability
- Perfect for japa practice and full 108-count mantra cycles
- Handcrafted following traditional methods
Care Instructions
- Remove before sleeping or bathing
- Store in a dry, soft cloth when not in use
- Being handmade from natural materials, slight variations make each piece unique
- Handle with care to preserve the knotting and natural stone integrity
The practice of working with a mala prayer necklace invites you to slow down, breathe with intention, and connect to something greater than yourself. Whether used in formal meditation or worn as a reminder of your spiritual journey, this 108 bead mala becomes a personal companion on your path to inner peace.
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