A mala is a string of 108 beads worn about the neck and used for counting
repetitions of mantras and other spiritual practices. This number comes from
multiplying the twelve astrological houses by the nine planets. Malas also have
a “guru bead” with a tassel attached. It is a reminder of the spiritual teacher
in our life as we do our practice. Lengths are approximate.
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Agate—Agate is a variety of stone with
microcrystalline layers. It is known to be calming and uplifting and to
inspire creativity. It promotes individuality and creativity while providing
for confidence in trusting your own decisions. Replaces negativity with
joyfulness. Available in blue (5mm bead), green (7mm), and white (6mm). 27 inches long / $15.00
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Amethyst—This purple stone is known as the stone of
peace. Called the stone of spirituality and contentment, it is also noted
for its great healing properties. It increases intelligence, protects
against harm, and helps one achieve success. It has long been used as a
strong meditative aid. 5mm and 7mm bead, 30 inches long / $25.00
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Aventurine—This beautiful light green stone is strung
on dark green thread with a green tassel on the guru bead. This stone is
said to enhance prosperity by reinforcing decisiveness and amplifying
leadership. It also helps promote balance in the mind. 6mm bead, 40 inches long
/ $40.00
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Carnelian—These lovely red-orange stones promote
patience and self-confidence, individuality and creativity. The warm stones
energize and remove depression while increasing patience and unfolding
personal healing powers. It is said to also promote sexual energy. 7mm and
8mm bead, 32 inches
long / $25.00 / 5mm bead, 22 inches long / $15.00
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Citrine—This lovely stone is known for increasing
one’s psychic and spiritual awareness. Its fire energy is also an aid
against nightmares as it calms the mind before and during sleep. It brings
peacefulness and security during the day as well. 6mm bead, 30 inches long / $18.00
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Coral—The coral mala is often used to help cure skin
problems as well as helping with mental disorders like neuroses and
psychoses. Its strong color sends very positive energy to the wearer. It has
influence in one’s education, business pursuits, and interpersonal
relationships. 7mm bead, 30 inches long / $30.00
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Round Crystal—Crystal is used by worshippers of Devi
as well as for intensive japa and higher tantric sadhana. It clears away
negative energy on all planes. Beautiful clear quartz crystal. 7mm bead, 30 inches
long / $20.00
Faceted Crystal—24 facets per bead, 7mm bead, 28 inches
long / $20.00 “108” facets per bead, 6mm bead, 28 inches long / $50.00
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Garnet—Garnet
energy enhances bodily strength and repels negative energies. It is a
healing stone for skin afflictions and is used to regulate the heart. This
rich, wine-red stone brings positive thoughts and boosts energy while it
enhances sensuality, sexuality, and intimacy. 5mm bead, 25 inches long / $28.00
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Hematite—This
silver-colored stone is balancing, grounding, and calming. It is used to
draw dissipated thoughts into logical, practical thinking. This is a “stone
for the mind.” It dissolves negativity and also balances the yin-yang
(male-female) energies. 6mm bead, 25 inches long $30.00
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Lapis Lazuli—This
stone is a healing stone. It improves one’s mental, spiritual, and emotional
states while increasing intuitive powers. It promotes fidelity and increases
courage. It helps you overcome any depression and enhances serenity and
self-acceptance. This deep blue stone with gold flecks balances yin/yang.
7mm bead, 30
inches long / $45.00
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Malachite—Malachite
is a soothing stone. It is a soft green mineral formed from copper ores with
various shades of silky green. It protects the young from harm, clears
emotional imbalances and brings peace. It helps one let go of old patterns
and memories, allowing new growth. 5mm bead, 24 inches long $15.00 /
7mm bead, 34 inches
long $35.00
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Moonstone—Moonstone
is considered a sacred stone in the East. It develops intuition and ensures
peaceful sleep while helping to balance the emotions. The milky white stones
have the ability to soothe. Moonstone is also associated with the work of
gardening and traveling. 7mm bead, 26 inches long / $25.00
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Nine Planets—These
malas have nine stones for the nine planets repeated several times. They
hold garnet, pearl, lapis, crystal, tiger eye, amethyst, citrine, carnelian,
and aventurine. The longer mala has some larger, rectangular gemstones. 30
inches long $35.00 / 24 inches long $25.00
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Pearl—Pearl is
associated with the Goddess. It inspires creativity, attracts love, and
promotes a happy marriage while being soothing and cooling. The translucent
white stones symbolize purity, faith, charity, and innocence. It allows you
to see yourself as others see you. 7mm bead, 30 inches long / $30.00
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Rose Quartz—This
beautiful stone is known as the “heart stone.” It helps supply love and
tranquility to its wearer and removes fears, resentment, and anger. It is a
powerful stone for healing while it stimulates love. Peace and happiness
seem to come to its wearers. Clear deep pink. 30 inches long / $30.00
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Rudraksha—The
Eyes of Shiva—the one who takes away all tears—are the main beads worn in
the Himalayan Tradition for many centuries. They improve blood circulation
and the functioning of the coronary system and reduce high blood pressure.
5mm bead, 22 inches long, small beads/ $35.00, 6mm bead, 28 inches long / $25.00
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Rudraksha with Silver Chain—This is a beautiful mala. Rather than being
strung on red thread as the other rudraksha malas are, this one is linked
together with a delicate silver chain. Rudraksha malas are used especially
for most meditative mantras. 5mm bead, 35 inches long / $50.00
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Sandalwood—Sandalwood
beads enhance all spiritual practices. It is used especially by devotees of
Lakshmi as well as those with skin problems or mental disorders. Sandalwood
holds its wonderful fragrance for years and is regarded as one of the purest
substances. Calming and cooling, it brings tranquility. 5mm bead, 26 inches long /
$18.00
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Red Sandalwood—(also
called Rosewood) This stone is traditionally worn by worshippers of Mother
Kali as well as those devoted to Ganesha, “the remover of obstacles.” It
improves circulation and protects from negative energy. It is energetic and
aids in the unfoldment of vibrant energy and willpower. 4mm and 6mm bead, 28 inches long /
$12.00
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Smokey Quartz—Quartz
is considered a healer and a powerful symbol of purity. It is considered to
bring strength to the wearer while removing negative emotions. It quiets,
grounds, and protects while assisting in achieving personal and business
goals. It aids in sleep and concentration and removes anxiety. 6mm and 7mm
bead, 28 inches
long / $35.00
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Sunstone—This
glittering brown stone is a delight to see. It carries the energy of the
sun, the King of the Sky, and the form of Lord Shiva that brings fame,
wealth, high self-esteem, confidence, and success; all the kingly
attributes. 5mm bead, 25 inches long / $20.00, 7mm bead, 31 inches long / $25.00
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Tiger Eye—Tiger
Eye holds protection, especially during travel. This glittering stone is
thought to promote courage and confidence as well as wealth and prosperity.
Its iridescent black, brown, and gold project the protective energy of fire.
It is the favorite gemstone of the Dalai Lama. 7mm bead, 28 inches long / $25.00
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Tulsi—Tulsi, the
most sacred of woods, is worn by worshippers of Vishnu, the preserver of the
universe, and his incarnations of Rama and Krishna. Made from the stems of
tulsi plants, they are highly revered in India for their mystical
properties. This is the most used mala in the East. 7mm bead, 36 inches long /
$12.00, 5mm bead, 28 inches long / $10.00
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Turquoise—Turquoise
is among the master healing stones for the entire body. Also known as the
“friendship stone,” turquoise strengthens connection and communication and
helps to build deep bonds between friends. A powerful gift to dear ones. 5mm
bead, 26
inches long / $25.00
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