Rudraksha Natural Beads Mala - 108 Beads
The Significance of Rudraksha Beads
Rudraksha beads are the seeds of a Himalayan fruit tree that is said to have sprung from Lord Shiva’s tears as he meditated with open eyes to save the world from evil forces. These beads are treasured for the many powers they bestow, such as tranquility, concentration, and above all, assistance on the path to enlightenment.
The Rudraksha Mala
The Rudraksha Mala is typically made up of 108 beads and one larger additional bead called a Sumeru. The mala should be held in the right hand with the middle finger and thumb, never with the index finger which is considered inauspicious. With each bead, one repeats the mantra. The corresponding mantra for Rudraksha beads is "Om Namah Shivaya", and the corresponding deity is Lord Shiva, consciousness, the Lord of Meditation.
Using the Mala for Meditation
The mala is used for japa, a type of communication between "here" and "beyond", between the part and the whole. With each bead, the mantra should be recited with highest attention and deeply interiorized. It cannot be the mumbling of empty words, it cannot be a mechanical or robotic repetition, but it must express an authentic and sincere intention. Begin the round with the sumeru and end when it is reached again. The following round should begin with the same bead upon which the previous round ended.
Rudraksha Mala - Lord Shiva
The Rudraksha Mala is offered in a transparent encasement that keeps its spiritual energy protected. An attractive insert is also provided that explains the significance of the mala and the corresponding mantra. The intention of the Rudraksha Mala is meditation and association with the divine.