This 108 bead Zen Buddhist mala is made with sacred Rudraksha beads I brought back with me from Bali Indonesia, & heart opening rose quartz, the stone of unconditional love, it helps open & balance the heart chakra. With sterling silver accents, natural grey pearl guru bead & multi silk tassel. Pearl is os purifying, aids in relaxation, & is helpful for introspection.
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 maintaining physical & mental balance. Believed to enhance one’s spiritual growth, their curative properties have been used worldwide for a number of physical, mental & psychosomatic illnesses.
17” long (to end of tassel).
To avoid damaging the silk, try not to get your mala wet.