Japanese Mala Beads
If you have found that Buddhist inspired jewelry isn’t enough for you. You may look into purchasing a Japanese mala. Most of which can be found carved with the labor of love out of Tulasi wood. This set of Mala’s are typically found used by Hindus and Buddhists alike.
The “Japa Mala” (Mala) is generally made from one hundred and eight beads, however can be found in other numbers as well. These numbers are normally divisible by nine.
While the Mala is considered to be jewelry, they are also used during a mantra. The mala is a wonderful way to keep count during the reciting or chanting (even mentally) your mantras or names of deities.
When the mala is used in Tibetan Buddhism, you will find that the common one hundred and eight bead-count malas are used. However you can often times find twenty one or twenty eight count beads used as well.
Though a mala is typically a useful piece of Buddhist jewelry, and are extremely handy tools for your mantras. Whether you are a practicing yoga student (or expert) or simply wish to find inner peace. The mala is still a beautiful piece of jewelry to behold on your person.
Despite the fact that the wooden mala is the most traditional. It is still possible to find them formed out of different materials as well. Some of which include malas made out of sterling silver, gold, copper, or even lotus seeds. All of which are made for usefulness and beauty.
While a mala can be found almost anywhere that sells Buddhist jewelry or yoga supplies. Finding the right one for you can be fairly difficult. For this reason websites such as this one have compiled different Buddhist jewelry in one centralized location for you to choose from.
Remember, when you are looking for the right piece of Buddhist jewelry; you should always select the right one for you. You shouldn’t have to settle for poor quality Buddhist jewelry. Instead focusing on the symbols and meaning behind each jewelry piece. Allowing you to select quality Buddhist jewelry without having to sift through countless pieces. Lastly, enjoy your jewelry. Wear it and allow it to help you achieve your own personal sense of peace.
By: Sarah Freeland
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Filed under Shopping And Product Reviews by on Jul 4th, 2010.
