Malas

A Mala, (sanskrit word meaning rosary/garland/necklace) is a set of beads, traditionally used to count and focus during recitation of mantras and meditation. A mala can be made up of a variety of materials including wood, seeds, rudraksha beads, gems, parad, crystals, sandalwood, lotus seed, tulsi (Holy basil), semi-precious stones, such as carnelian or amethyst etc. Malas made up of different beads are used to appease different deities and to aid in healing malefic effects of specific planets.A typical mala is made up of 108+1 beads including a single Sumeru or guru bead. Hinduism is the originator of mala prayer. Mala for prayer is also used in other religions like Buddhism, Sikhism and Islaam.Japa is based on the theory of one bead – one mantra. Mantras are often recited hundreds or thousands of times in one sitting with rhythmic sacred sounds and do generate a lot of spiritual power around the worshipper.Mala is used as a tool to count the number of repetitions a mantra is recited. Regular use of mala prayer beads can enhance knowledge, intuition, prosperity, patience, health, energy and communication skills. It also helps reduce stress.

Significance of 108 Beads in mala:

Sanskrit alphabet: There are 54 alphabets in Sanskrit language. Each alphabet has masculine and feminine properties, shiva and shakti. Therefore, to energize the mala with masculine and feminine properties 108 beads mala is used (54 multiplied by 2 is 108).
Astrology: There are 27 constellations (Nakshatras), and each having 4 parts typically referred to as Padas. Therefore the entire universe is divided in to 108 segments (27 multiplied by 4 is 108).
Planets and Houses: In astrology, there are 12 houses and 9 planets, therefore, 12 multiplied by 9 is 108. Therefore, 108 beads of mala represent the universe.

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Haldi Mala

Haldi Mala is a sacred and meaningful object in Hinduism, with both spiritual and practical uses. Wearing a Haldi Mala is believed to bring protection, good health, and spiritual benefits. The mala can be used during meditation to help focus...

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Kamalgatta Mala

Kamalgatta Mala is a sacred and multi-functional object in Hinduism, with both spiritual and practical uses.Wearing a Kamalgatta Mala is said to bring calmness and mental clarity, as well as protection from negative energies. The lotus plant is also a...

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Sunstone Mala

Sunstone Mala is a rosary made of sunstone beads, which are peachy orange in color and have a sparkling appearance. Sunstone mala is used for enhancing leadership, creativity, and confidence. Sunstone mala is believed to have benefits like dispelling fear...

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Parad Mala

Parad mala is a rosary made of Parad beads, which are also known as mercury beads, and have a metallic appearance. Parad mala is used for worshipping Lord Shiva, the supreme god of Hinduism. Parad mala is believed to have...

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Sandalwood Mala

Sandalwood mala is a rosary made of sandalwood beads, which are carved from the wood of sandalwood trees that grow naturally in Asia. Sandalwood mala is used for chanting mantras of various gods and goddesses, especially Lord Vishnu, the preserver...

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Rudraksha Mala

Rudraksha mala is a rosary made of rudraksha beads, which are seeds of a tree that grows in the Himalayas and other parts of India. Rudraksha mala is used for worshipping Lord Shiva, the destroyer of ignorance and illusion.Rudraksha beads...

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Sphatik Mala

Sphatik mala is a rosary made of sphatik beads, which are natural crystal quartz stones that are clear, bright, and transparent. Sphatik mala is used for chanting mantras of various gods and goddesses, especially Lord Shiva, the destroyer of ignorance...

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Hakik Mala

Hakik mala is a popular spiritual tool used in Hinduism. The semi-precious stone agate is believed to have healing properties and is often used in meditation practices. Wearing a Hakik mala is said to bring clarity of thought, balance, and...

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Tulsi Mala

Tulsi mala is another type of sacred object used in Hinduism and other spiritual practices. It is made from the wood of the tulsi plant, which is considered a holy plant in Hinduism and is believed to have many spiritual...

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Vaijanti Mala

Vaijanti mala is another type of sacred object used in Hinduism and other spiritual practices. It is made from the seeds of the Vaijanti plant, which are believed to have spiritual and healing properties. The unique energy emitted by the...