Red Jasper 8mm 108 Beaded Mala with Guru Beads & Tassel

Red Jasper 8mm 108 Beaded Mala with Guru Beads & Tassel

Red Jasper 8mm 108 Beaded Mala with Guru Beads & 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. Red jasper is an opaque, brick-red form of chalcedony.

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• Shop local: available in our Manhattan store and online.

Details

• Stone: red jasper
• Product: mala
• SKU: CR46M

In crystal lore, red jasper is associated with grounding, stamina, and steadiness. This reflects spiritual tradition, not a medical claim.

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Visit the shop

We are open seven days a week at 2 West 14th Street, near Union Square; see current hours on our contact page. To ask about this mala, call 212-645-0141.

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.

Is there a store in Manhattan that sells malas?

Yes. 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.