What are Mala Beads & the Crystal Meanings?

Mala beads, also known as prayer beads or meditation beads, are a string of beads traditionally used in Hindu and Buddhist practices for meditation, prayer, and mindfulness. These beads often consist of 108 beads.

The number 108 is considered sacred in many Eastern traditions, representing various aspects of the universe, including the lunar and solar cycles, as well as the 108 Upanishads (ancient Indian philosophical texts).

Mala beads are typically made from various materials, such as wood, seeds, gemstones, or even bone. The specific material can have symbolic significance and may be chosen based on the user’s spiritual beliefs or intentions. Some malas also include a larger bead, called the guru bead, which signifies the beginning and end of a meditation session and is not counted among the 108 smaller beads.

For Ocean Gypsy Mala Beads this guru bead is the OM pendant in the mala.

While traditionally associated with Hinduism and Buddhism, mala beads have gained popularity in various spiritual practices and yoga communities worldwide. Many people use them as a tool for mindfulness, stress reduction, and promoting a sense of calm and focus during meditation.

The different crystals in Ocean Gypsy Mala Beads have an added benefit of radiating an energy field that shifts the wearers energy field to the positive. If is important not to get wrapped up in the meaning but chose the one you are attracted to. As this is your intuition inner soul speaking.

It is important to cleanse the energy of your mala beads every full moon. Wash them under rain water or sea water, dry and place in the full moon light to cleanse and energize them.

Amazonite: Amazonite is believed to promote balance, harmony, and emotional healing. It is said to alleviate stress and anxiety while enhancing communication and self-expression. Known to stimulate creativity and intuition, empowering individuals to manifest their desires and achieve personal growth.

Amethyst: Amethyst has a calming effect and can help reduce anxiety, anger and grief. It benefits those experiencing loss, misfortune or adversity. It calms the mind and gives insight into the choices we make.

Aventurine: A crystal for luck & prosperity. Beneficial for emotional and physical healing of the heart. Excellent for decision making and calming to the wearer.

Carnelian: The crystal of motivation, endurance, courage and leadership. Protection from negative energies and enhances good fortune.

Garnet: is a spiritual crystal of higher mind and self-empowerment. It is known to give strength safety. A crystal of prosperity.

Lapiz Lazuli; a stone of protection that may be worn to guard against psychic attacks. Lapis Lazuli quickly releases stress, bringing deep peace. Lapis encourages self-awareness, allows self-expression and reveals inner truth.

Tigers Eye: A powerful crystal that gives courage, assertiveness and fearlessness to the wearer. Helps to release anxiety and is excellent for decision making.

Turquoise Howlite: Turquoise Howlite has a calming effect and has strong positive energy. The stone helps with releasing anger and critical nature. It stimulates ambition and patience. Howlite strengthens memory and promotes an eagerness to learn.

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