Carnelian Prayer Beads Mala

This is a beautiful shiny Carnelian Stone Prayer Mala or Prayer Bead. The mala looks absolutely amazing and can be used as japa mala, prayer mala, meditation mala or just as a beaded necklace. The Sanskrit word "mala" means "garland." A mala is a string of beads used to count repetitions in Buddhist practices--prostrations, recitations of mantras, names of the Buddha. Sometimes it is simply a reminder to be aware. The traditional number of beads in a mala is 108. The beads themselves, made from variety of seeds, wood, and semiprecious stones, are worn around the neck or wrapped in coils around the wrist. Total Length: 34" Beads Size: 8mm Weight: 85 grams