This 108 bead Zen Buddhist mala is made with sacred Rudraksha beads I brought back with me from Bali Indonesia, & blue lace agate. Which is a very cooling & calming stone, helping to instill a sense of peace & tranquility. It helps to open & balance the throat chakra, & assists with the verbal expression of thoughts & feelings. With sterling silver accents, antiqued Buddha guru bead & silk tassel.
Rudraksha (also called as Rudraksh) are dried seeds of a tree that grows in select locations of South East Asia, botanically known as Elaeocarpus Ganitrus. They are also known as “Tears of Shiva” & there are many legends connected to Lord Shiva that describe its origin. The word Rudraksha comes from the Sanskrit "Rudra" (name of Shiva) & "Aksha" meaning tears.
Rudrakshas are very supportive in enhancing spiritual growth, their curative properties have been used worldwide.
17” long (to end of tassel).
To avoid damaging the silk, try not to get your mala wet.