Red Goldstone 8mm 108 Beaded Mala with Tassel

Red Goldstone 8mm 108 Beaded Mala with Tassel

Red Goldstone 8mm 108 Beaded Mala with Tassel: a mala from Namaste Bookshop near Union Square, NYC. A mala is a strand of prayer beads used in Hindu and Buddhist practice to count mantras, prayers, or breaths. A traditional mala has 108 beads plus a larger guru bead.

Highlights

• See it in person: stop by our shop at 2 West 14th Street, near Union Square.

Specifications

• Product: mala
• SKU: CR40M

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Questions before you buy?

Our staff at 2 West 14th Street near Union Square are happy to help with this mala. Call 212-645-0141, email info@namastebookshop.com, or drop by the shop.

Frequently asked questions

How do you use a mala?

Hold the mala in one hand and, starting next to the guru bead, move one bead at a time between your thumb and middle finger with each mantra or breath. When you reach the guru bead, turn the mala around and continue rather than crossing it.

Why does a mala have 108 beads?

The number 108 is considered sacred in Hinduism, Buddhism, and yoga, so a full round of the mala counts 108 repetitions of a mantra.

How do I care for a mala?

Keep it dry, especially the tassel, avoid perfume and lotion on the beads, and store it flat or hanging so the cord does not stretch.

Where can I buy a mala in NYC?

Namaste Bookshop at 2 West 14th Street, New York, NY 10011, near Union Square, carries gemstone malas. Call 212-645-0141 to check that it is in the shop, or order online.