Rosewood Mala Bracelet – 8mm beads, elastic (108 beads)

A mala that glides through your hands In Tibet, we say: A mala is not jewelry; it is a companion. This rosewood mala, with its warm, honey-colored beads and characteristic flowing grain, evokes the ancient wooden prayers of our homeland. Rosewood is often used for malas in Tibetan tradition because it is considered grounding and calming. It is believed to help gather restless thoughts and create a clear mind for meditation or mantra counting. Details about this piece 108 beads, 8 mm diameter – the traditional number for a complete mala Elastically strung – wearable as a four-wrap bracelet or a long necklace Weight: approx. 27 g Each bead shows the natural grain of the wood – no two pieces are alike What is this mala suitable for? Whether meditating, repeating a mantra, or simply as a daily companion on your wrist – this mala reminds you to pause. It is also wonderfully suitable as a first mala bracelet if you are just beginning to explore mindfulness. "Wooden malas don't like being worn in water for too long or coming into contact with strong creams. It's best to store them dry, and they will accompany you for many years." — Kunsang Choedon Stauffer Come by Kramgasse 63 in Bern – there you can hold this and other malas in your hands and feel the wood. Or browse at your leisure in our online shop.