{"title":"Malas \u0026 Rudraksha","description":"\u003cp\u003eRudraksha, sphatik and gemstone japa malas, made to be used.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"natural-5-mukhi-rudraksha-18-mm-mala-nepal","title":"Natural 5 Mukhi Rudraksha 18 mm Mala (Nepal)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA mala of 54 large, natural 5 mukhi rudraksha beads, 18 to 20 mm each, with a meru (guru) bead and a tassel. 5 mukhi, with five natural lines running from top to bottom, is the most widely worn rudraksha and is traditionally associated with Lord Shiva in his form as Kalagni Rudra. Large beads like these are prized for japa as well as for wearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBead:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural 5 mukhi rudraksha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of beads:\u003c\/strong\u003e 54 beads + 1 meru\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBead size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 20 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMala length:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 50 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nepal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRuling planet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brihaspati (Jupiter), in tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat 5 mukhi rudraksha is associated with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Shaiva tradition, 5 mukhi rudraksha is associated with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecalm, steadiness and peace of mind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea fearless, unhurried approach to daily life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edevotion to Lord Shiva and the practice of japa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is considered suitable for everyone, which is why it is the rudraksha most often worn for daily practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use it for japa\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold the mala in your right hand and start at the bead next to the meru.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChant your mantra once on each bead, moving one bead at a time towards you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis mala has 54 beads, so two full rounds complete 108 repetitions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen you reach the meru, do not cross it: turn the mala around and continue in the other direction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, a japa mala is kept for personal use and not shared with others for chanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep it away from soap, perfumes and chemicals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe it with a soft, dry cloth, and store it in a clean pouch when not in use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMany apply a little oil to the beads occasionally to keep them from drying out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does \"5 mukhi\" mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mukhi is a natural line, or face, running from the top to the bottom of the bead. A 5 mukhi bead has five of these lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use a 54-bead mala for japa?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Two full rounds of a 54-bead mala complete 108 repetitions, the traditional count.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I wear it as well as chant with it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 5 mukhi rudraksha is traditionally both worn and used for japa, and its large 18 to 20 mm beads make it a striking mala to wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this natural rudraksha?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Each bead is a natural rudraksha seed, so shape, size and colour vary slightly from bead to bead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e We neither guarantee, nor claim any of the said benefits. These are points which are known in spiritual circles, and customers should use their discretionary power to decide on the benefits.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Svarnagarbha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67657736650922,"sku":null,"price":5475.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/6208\/9898\/files\/36.jpg?v=1792137369"},{"product_id":"natural-4-mukhi-rudraksha-mala-indonesia","title":"Natural 4 Mukhi Rudraksha Mala (Indonesia)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA japa mala of 108 natural 4 mukhi rudraksha beads with a meru (guru) bead and a red tassel. 4 mukhi rudraksha, with four natural lines running from top to bottom, is traditionally associated with Lord Brahma, the creator, and with Budh (Mercury), the planet of intellect and speech.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBead:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural 4 mukhi rudraksha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of beads:\u003c\/strong\u003e 108 beads + 1 meru\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMala length:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 38 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indonesia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePresiding deity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lord Brahma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRuling planet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Budh (Mercury)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat 4 mukhi rudraksha is associated with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn tradition, 4 mukhi rudraksha is associated with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elearning, memory and focus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecreativity and clear expression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003espeech, communication and confidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elogical thinking and problem-solving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is why it is often chosen by students, teachers, writers and anyone whose work depends on study and speech.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use it for japa\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold the mala in your right hand and start at the bead next to the meru.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChant your mantra once on each bead, moving one bead at a time towards you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne full round of this 108-bead mala completes 108 repetitions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen you reach the meru, do not cross it: turn the mala around for the next round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, a japa mala is kept for personal use and not shared with others for chanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep it away from soap, perfumes and chemicals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe it with a soft, dry cloth, and store it in a clean pouch when not in use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMany apply a little oil to the beads occasionally to keep them from drying out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does \"4 mukhi\" mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mukhi is a natural line, or face, running from the top to the bottom of the bead. A 4 mukhi bead has four of these lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho usually wears 4 mukhi rudraksha?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is traditionally favoured by students and by people whose work involves learning, speaking or creating, because of its association with Lord Brahma and Budh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does a japa mala have 108 beads?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e108 is a sacred number in Hindu tradition, and a full round of 108 beads completes one traditional count of a mantra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this natural rudraksha?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Each bead is a natural rudraksha seed, so shape, size and colour vary slightly from bead to bead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e We neither guarantee, nor claim any of the said benefits. These are points which are known in spiritual circles, and customers should use their discretionary power to decide on the benefits.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Svarnagarbha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67657806250154,"sku":null,"price":4775.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/6208\/9898\/files\/39.jpg?v=1792139002"},{"product_id":"natural-clear-quartz-spatik-japa-mala","title":"Natural Clear Quartz (Sphatik) Japa Mala","description":"\u003cp\u003eA japa mala of 108 natural sphatik (spatik), or clear quartz, beads, 8 mm each, with a meru (guru) bead and a white tassel. Sphatik is prized in Hindu tradition for its clarity and coolness, and is a favourite for japa, meditation and everyday wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural sphatik (clear quartz), hardness 7 on the Mohs scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of beads:\u003c\/strong\u003e 108 beads + 1 meru\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBead size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e white tassel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bharat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat sphatik is associated with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn tradition, sphatik is associated with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epurity, clarity and a calm mind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecoolness, and a steady, peaceful practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003echanting to Devi Lakshmi, Devi Saraswati and Lord Shiva\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use it for japa\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold the mala in your right hand and start at the bead next to the meru.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChant your mantra once on each bead, moving one bead at a time towards you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne full round of the 108 beads completes 108 repetitions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen you reach the meru, do not cross it: turn the mala around for the next round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, a japa mala is kept for personal use and not shared with others for chanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep it away from perfumes and chemicals, and remove it before bathing or swimming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe it with a soft, dry cloth, and store it in a pouch so the beads are not scratched.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMany rest it overnight on a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/natural-selenite-plate-om-engraved\"\u003eselenite plate\u003c\/a\u003e to cleanse it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is sphatik?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSphatik (also spelt spatik or sphatika) is the Sanskrit name for clear quartz, a natural crystal valued in Hindu tradition for its purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does a japa mala have 108 beads?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e108 is a sacred number in Hindu tradition, and one full round of 108 beads completes one traditional count of a mantra. The meru marks where each round begins and ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow can I tell real sphatik from glass?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural sphatik feels cool to the touch and stays cool for longer than glass. It is also harder than glass and may show tiny natural inclusions, while glass often shows round air bubbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I wear a sphatik mala every day?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Sphatik is traditionally both worn and used for japa. Remove it before bathing and store it carefully to keep the beads clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e We neither guarantee, nor claim any of the said benefits. These are points which are known in spiritual circles, and customers should use their discretionary power to decide on the benefits.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Svarnagarbha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67657880174762,"sku":null,"price":3966.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/6208\/9898\/files\/42.jpg?v=1792139677"}],"url":"https:\/\/svarnagarbha.com\/collections\/malas-rudraksha.oembed","provider":"Svarnagarbha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}