Tibetan Mala Prayer Bead Necklace 33 Inch
Description
In Buddhist tradition, prayer beads known as "malas" play a significant role in meditation, aimed at dispelling evil and achieving inner peace. These beads are often worn around the left wrist or neck, and during meditation, the practitioner repeats a specific mantra while counting the beads. Tassels at the end of each strand typically include extra beads for tracking tens and hundreds of recitations. A true mala comprises precisely 108 beads, a number considered auspicious as it is a multiple of 9 and 12, symbolizing the 9 planets and the 12 houses of the zodiac.
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133542
Approximate Age: Contemporary
People: Tibetan
Country of Origin: Tibet, Nepal
Length Details
Size Details
Object Size: 10-12 mm diameter. See picture with penny for size comparison. U.S. penny is 19mm in diameter.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good. Some of our beads have traveled at least three continents, and have graced numerous owners.