Mystical Malas ~ Nala Malas

The power and meaning of the prayer beads

A Japa mala or mala (Sanskrit meaning garland) is a string of prayer beads commonly used by Hindus, Buddhists and some Sikhs for the spiritual practice known in Sanskrit as japa. It is usually made from 108 beads, though other numbers are also used. Malas are used for keeping count while reciting, chanting, or mentally ...

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