WHAT IS A MALA
BRACELET FOR?
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A mala bracelet is used to count the number of chants while meditating on a mantra.
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The mala’s materials (gemstones, seeds, and wood) contain healing and energetic properties that are absorbed while wearing the mala.
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Mala bracelets are also worn to show you are a yogi or a buddhist who practices meditation.
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Mala bracelets are also worn as trendy yoga jewelry. They can also be worn by non-yogis as well.
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They are made using a division of 108 beads. Usually 27 counting beads plus one guru/ meru bead.
CHANTING TIPS
• Use one set of mala bracelets beads for each mantra you chant with. • Store mala bracelets in a clean, dry space. Use a mala bag or mala box if you have one. • You can purchase mala bracelets beads at www.JapaMalaBeads.com