Rudraksha beads are the seeds of a Himalayan fruit tree that the scriptures say sprang from Lord Shiva’s tears while he meditated with open eyes to save the world from evil forces. Rudraksha beads are treasured for the manifold powers that they bestow, such as tranquility, concentration, and above all, assistance on the path to enlightenment. The beads are offered in a transparent encasement that keeps its spiritual energy protected. The corresponding mantra as well as the significance of the mala is provided on an attractive insert.

Corresponding Mantra: Om Namah Shivaya.

Corresponding Deity: Shiva, consciousness, the Lord of Meditation.

Intention: Meditation, association with the Divine.

Key features:

• 100% natural
• Handmade Kept sealed for energetic protection
• Supports artisans in India.

Attributes

This 100% natural, handmade mala is sought for its capability to carry certain energies and as an item on which a spiritual practice called “japa” is done. Rudraksha beads are dried seeds with a unique texture that many mind appealing to wear as spiritual jewelry. This mala is knotted, providing a space between the beads to allow one to be held at a time for the spiritual practice of japa.

Rudraksha means “the eye of Lord Shiva” in Sanskrit.

Why customers love it: In addition to each mala being carefully handmade by artisans in India, where the spiritual practice of these prayer beads originated, we explain the importance of keeping their sacred energy pure. No one else should touch the beads. As it is highly important to keep your mala away from external energy, we have designed an attractive encasement, available only at Prabhuji's Gifts, in order to keep the beads' energy sealed and completely protected from unwanted energy.

Sustainability: 100% natural

Charitable Cause: Prabhuji’s Gifts supports Prabhuji Mission, a New York-based, nonprofit religious organization that is home to a spiritual community. The mission runs humanitarian projects including: Prabhuji Food Rescue Program, in which the organization feeds people in need in the USA, Dominican Republic, Colombia and India. By purchasing Prabhuji’s Gifts products, you help support these causes.

Ingredients

Handmade Rudraksha Seeds, cotton string.

How to use: Sit cross-legged in a meditative place and starting with the bead next to the sumeru (the largest bead often with a tassel), holding it with your right thumb and middle finger. Do not touch the sumeru, the 109th bead. Gently roll the bead back and forth while saying the provided mantra, drawing your attention to the feel of the bead and the sound of the mantra. Do this on each of the 108 beads to complete a round. Do as many rounds as are desired or instructed.