Ebony wood accented with lapis lazuli beads are knotted together to create a healing mala. Lapis lazuli is said to enhance honesty, self-awareness, and remove any emotional blocks. An additional guru bead assists with counting and lets you know when you’ve completed one round of 108 movements.
- Knotted wood and gemstone mala
- Made of ebony wood and lapis lazulli beads
- Beads are about 6 mm each
- 108 meditation beads + guru bead + tassel
- Hand-knotted in India
Due to the nature of real gemstone, this mala may feature slight variations in color, details, and overall appearance. Recommended for meditation use.
design: Deep indigo lapis lazuli beads, flecked with natural gold pyrite, alternate with rich black ebony wood along a hand-knotted cord, finished with a single guru bead and a flowing indigo tassel.
size: Beads are approximately 6mm each; 108 beads plus guru bead, strung to a standard mala length with tassel.
material: Ebony wood and lapis lazuli gemstone beads, hand-knotted on cord
features: 108 meditation beads, guru bead for counting completed rounds, hand-knotted construction, tasseled finish
care: Keep away from water, perfumes, and direct sunlight, and store in a soft pouch when not in use to protect the wood and gemstone beads.
disclaimer: Because lapis lazuli is a natural gemstone, color, matrix patterning, and bead markings will vary slightly from mala to mala.
Meaning & Intention
Lapis lazuli has been prized since antiquity as a stone of truth and inner clarity, carried by seekers who wished to see past illusion into what is real. Paired here with ebony wood, a grounding material long associated with protection and steadiness, the mala balances expansive insight with a quiet, rooted calm.
Each of the 108 beads marks a single repetition of mantra or breath, a number long held in Eastern traditions to represent spiritual completion. The guru bead, set apart from the rest, closes the circle and offers a moment of pause and gratitude before beginning again.
Worn or held in practice, this mala becomes a companion for looking honestly inward, one bead, one breath, one thought at a time.
Slipped over the wrist between tasks or held bead by bead during a seated practice, this mala offers a simple way to return attention to the present moment, turning an ordinary pause into a small ritual of reflection.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Meditators and mantra practitioners seeking clarity and grounding
- Purpose: Meditation, mantra counting, prayer practice, everyday mindfulness
- Suggested Mantra: I see clearly, I stand grounded
- Intention: Clarity, Wisdom, Grounding, Calm
- Chakra Connection: Third Eye
- Zodiac: Sagittarius
- Gemstone: Lapis Lazuli
Lapis lazuli is traditionally associated with honesty, self-awareness, and inner truth, believed to quiet emotional static and open the mind to clearer perception. Its deep blue has long been linked to wisdom and reflection, making it a favored stone for those working with the third eye and the pursuit of understanding.
Questions & Guidance
How many beads does this mala have?
It has the traditional count of 108 beads plus one guru bead, used to track a full round of mantra or breath repetitions.
What is the mala made of?
It combines ebony wood beads with natural lapis lazuli gemstone beads, hand-knotted on cord.
Is it meant to be worn or used for meditation?
It's recommended for meditation use, though many people also wear it as a wrap bracelet or long necklace between practices.
Will the color vary from the photo?
Yes. Lapis lazuli is a natural stone, so each bead's shade and gold matrix markings will differ slightly from mala to mala.
How should I care for it?
Avoid water and perfumes, keep it out of direct sunlight, and store it in a soft pouch when not in use.
