Sandalwood adds a sensory element to your meditation ritual when you use this mala made from naturally scented wooden beads. With a total of 108 beads plus an additional guru bead, this piece is perfect for counting or reciting a chosen mantra.
- 108 bead meditation mala
- Made of sandalwood
- Beads are approximately 7-8 mm
- Mala is approximately 26-28 inches long
- Handmade in Nepal
This item was handmade from natural materials. Beads may display slight variations in color, size, and appearance.
design: A classic 108-bead meditation mala strung from round sandalwood beads in warm honey-brown tones, finished with a rounded guru bead and a golden-yellow braided tassel.
size: Beads approximately 7-8 mm; mala approximately 26-28 inches long.
material: Sandalwood (wood)
features: 108 beads plus guru bead, natural sandalwood fragrance, hand-knotted tassel, wearable as a long necklace or wrapped bracelet
care: Keep away from water and perfume, and store in a soft pouch away from direct sunlight to preserve the wood's natural scent and color.
disclaimer: This item was handmade from natural materials, so beads may show slight variations in color, size, and appearance.
Meaning & Intention
The number 108 carries deep weight across Buddhist and Hindu tradition, said to represent the full range of human desires and afflictions that meditation practice seeks to move through, one bead at a time. Counting each bead as you breathe or repeat a mantra becomes a small act of returning, again and again, to stillness.
Sandalwood itself has been prized for centuries as a material for prayer and ceremony, valued not only for its soft, warm grain but for the natural fragrance it releases with the gentle friction of touch. That scent has long been associated with calming the mind and grounding scattered attention, making the wood a natural companion to quiet, repetitive practice.
The guru bead marks the mala's beginning and end, a subtle reminder of the teacher, tradition, or intention that guides the practice. The tassel below it echoes the lotus flower in some lineages, a symbol of the practitioner's own growth taking root and blossoming beneath the beads.
Kept on a nightstand or draped over the wrist, this mala offers a way to build a short ritual into an ordinary day, a few quiet minutes counting breaths or repeating a mantra before the day gets loud. Its light, sweet scent lingers after handling, so even a brief pause with it in hand can leave behind a small trace of calm.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Meditators and mantra practitioners seeking a fragrant, traditional counting tool
- Purpose: Mantra counting, meditation practice, mindfulness ritual, wearable reminder to pause
- Suggested Mantra: Om Mani Padme Hum
- Intention: Peace, Balance, Grounding, Focus
Questions & Guidance
What is this mala made of?
It's made from natural sandalwood beads, prized for their soft warm color and gentle, lasting fragrance.
Why does a mala have 108 beads?
108 is a significant number in Buddhist and Hindu traditions, and malas of this length are used to count a full round of mantra repetitions or breaths during meditation.
Can I wear this mala as jewelry?
Yes, at roughly 26-28 inches it can be worn as a long necklace or wrapped several times around the wrist, in addition to being used for seated meditation.
Will the sandalwood scent fade over time?
The natural fragrance is strongest when the beads are new and warmed by handling; it will mellow gradually with age but can be gently renewed by the oils of regular touch.
How do I care for a sandalwood mala?
Avoid water, lotions, and perfume, and store it in a soft pouch out of direct sunlight to help the wood keep its color and scent.
