Wear peace.
Rudraksha beads are a symbol of compassion for humanity, a reminder of the breath. Rudrakshas may be the earliest known form of prayer beads, having been worn since at least 1000B.C. Worn by Buddha, Ghandi, Dalai Lama, they have been used for thousands of years as an aid to self empowerment and self enlightenment. Malas have been used for centuries traditionally to count mantras (prayers) during meditation practices. Mala is a sanskrit term meaning "garland" or "necklace" that is full of symbolism. Please see our page "Rudrakshas" to learn more about these divine beads and their incredible lore, history and healing aspects.
Today, malas are being used more and more as a personal accessory by non-meditators and meditators alike who are seeking transformation of a calmer mind, body and soul. When one absentmindedly reaches to the neck during the day and feels a mala, it is a reminder to come back to the breath, to be aware. When leaning over the mala dangles into eyesight, another awakening, another gentle nudge. Malas made with the traditional rudraksha seeds are a great tool to keep your mind with you throughout your day. When worn on a regular basis they can absorb the vibration of the practice of mindfulness.
Please take a minute to peruse our website to learn more about our incredible rudraksha malas and jewelry. The effects of a rudraksha can be felt the very moment you hold it in your palm! We believe that the regular wearing of Bali Malas will facilitate a relationship with your body, mind, and spirit. It is our intent to restore vibrancy, compassion and healing to our planet by the wearing of rudraksha beads. Wear peace.
Namaste,
Karyn and Jay
June, 2009 ~ Summer Love! ~ Issue No.1
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How to use a mala:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cIMPhlm7Zo0
We recommend for all you visual learners (like me) to view this five minute youtube video on how to use a mala.
Hold your mala in your right hand extending your index finger, use your thumb to “count” each repetition or breath by touching the bead during the recitation/breath and then lightly pulling the bead away and moving onto the next. The large bead near the tassle (guru bead) should not be counted, crossed over or touched by the thumb. This is the starting and ending point of each practice. Continue by by turning over your mala and beginning on the bead you ended with. Continue until you have done 108 repetitions, or multiples of 108.
To empower the mala, japa (mantra meditation) should be practiced each day for 40 continuous days. When the mala becomes empowered by your mantra/intentions, it can be worn to transmit the energy of the mantra as well as the energetic qualities of the mala to the wearer. When you use a new mantra with a mala, this energy becomes replaced, so it is recommended to use a new mala with each mantra if possible.
Mantras for Rudraksha:
A Mala is a string of beads used to count mantras (Sanskrit prayers) in sets of 108 repetitions.
A mantra is a word or series of words chanted aloud or silently to invoke spiritual qualities. Chanting is used as a spiritual tool in virtually every cultural and religious tradition. The practice of chanting a mantra is used as a form of meditation. Sitting in a comfortable position repeating the mantra, the mind is focused, the thoughts are let go of and the breath is slow and deep.
Choosing a Mantra
A mantra is either given to you by a teacher or chosen by yourself. Adding your own intention makes it more personal to you. When selecting a mantra, be clear on what your intention is, and use your intuition over your intellect. You may want to try out each mantra for a few repetitions to see how it feels to you and choose the one that feels like it fits best for you.
Like prayer and affirmation the repetitious use of mantra can have powerful effects on the mind, body, spirit and emotions. Mentally, mantra meditation increases concentration, and improves memory and focus. Physically, mantra meditation lowers the heart rate, reduces blood pressure, and activates the relaxation response to allow healing and rejuvenation to occur. Mantra meditation builds self-confidence and self-empowerment, reduces stress and balances the emotions. Spiritually, mantras are said to dissolve one’s bad karma, produce jnana (wisdom) and are considered one of the many yogic paths towards self-realization.
Suggested Mantras for Rudrakshas:
(For Cleansing Rudraksha)
Om Ah Shrim Hrim Rum Rudrakshmalini shuddha Bhava Svaha!
(Shiva's Gayatri Mantra)
Om Panchvaktraye Vidmahe; Mahadevaye Dhi-Mahi; Tanno Rudra Prachodayat!
This one is Ganeshe's Mantra and it could possibly be the one that reveals all things about yourself and having the vision to see the good bad and the ugly in others. Ultimately this mantra brings our consciousness to the highest platform. The Goal? The whole universe!!!!
Om Namo Siddivinayaka; Sarvakargakartrai; Sarvavighaprashamanga; Sarvarajyavashyakaranya; Sarvajanasarvastri Pushakarshanaya; Shrim Om Svaha!
Thank you to our new friend Lila Avatara Das from Yoga Rocks! for the above suggested mantras for rudrakshas. Blessings Lila!
Care of Rudrakshas:~Keep them off the ground.
~When not in use, store your mala in a special, clean and preferably sacred space.
~Rudrakshas are very holy and should be treated with respect. The greater care you give your rudraksha the longer it will shower benefits on you.
