Malas make wonderful aids for meditative practice. Just move through the beads one by one and repeat a chosen mantra or intention. This mala is made from 108 wooden beads that feature the tiniest inlays of coral and reconstituted turquoise. An orange tassel features on the mala’s guru bead.
- 108 bead wooden mala
- Wood beads with constituted turquoise and coral
- Also contains inlays of metal allow
- Beads are approximately 10 mm
- Mala is approximately 36 inches long
- Handmade in Nepal
- For meditation use only, not recommended as a jewelry item
This item is handmade in Nepal and will feature natural variations in finish, appearance and color.
design: A 108-bead wooden mala with rustic dark-banded beads flecked with tiny inlays of coral and reconstituted turquoise, finished with a wood guru bead and a hand-knotted golden-yellow tassel.
size: Beads approximately 10 mm; mala approximately 36 inches long.
material: Wood beads with reconstituted turquoise and coral inlays, metal alloy accents, cotton tassel cord.
features: 108 beads for full mantra cycles, coral and turquoise inlay detailing, metal alloy spacers, guru bead, hand-knotted tassel, handmade in Nepal
care: Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth and store away from moisture, direct sunlight, and perfume or lotion contact to protect the wood and inlays.
disclaimer: Handmade in Nepal, this mala will show natural variations in wood grain, inlay placement, and color from piece to piece.
Meaning & Intention
In Buddhist and Hindu traditions, the mala's 108 beads are a sacred count, said to mirror 108 earthly desires to be released, 108 sacred sites, or the number of repetitions considered complete for a mantra practice. Each bead marks a single breath, word, or intention, so the strand itself becomes a physical map of devotion, one small act repeated until it becomes whole.
The coral and turquoise inlays set into these wooden beads carry their own long history in Himalayan adornment, where both stones have been prized for generations as guardians against harm and carriers of vitality. Coral has long been associated with life force and protection, while turquoise is tied to wholeness and communication with the sacred. Set into humble wood rather than precious metal, they speak to a practice that values inner richness over outward display.
The guru bead and tassel at the mala's end represent the teacher, the starting and ending point of every cycle around the strand. Traditionally, when the fingers reach this bead, the practitioner pauses rather than crossing over it, a small gesture of respect for the lineage of teaching that the mala embodies.
Worn on the wrist or kept within reach, this mala turns an ordinary moment, a morning coffee, a commute, a pause between tasks, into an opportunity to return to breath and intention, one bead at a time.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Meditation practitioners and anyone building a daily mantra or mindfulness ritual
- Purpose: Meditation counting, mantra repetition, mindfulness practice, spiritual gift
- Suggested Mantra: So Hum
- Intention: Balance, Grounding, Focus
- Gemstone: Turquoise, Coral
Turquoise has long been valued in Himalayan and Southwestern traditions alike as a stone of protection and wholeness, believed to steady the mind and support honest communication, while coral, formed in the sea, is often associated with vitality and emotional calm. Combined here as delicate inlays rather than centerpiece stones, they lend quiet color and meaning to the wood without overpowering the mala's simplicity.
Questions & Guidance
How many beads does this mala have, and why 108?
This mala has 108 beads, the traditional count used in Buddhist and Hindu mantra practice to complete one full cycle of repetitions.
What is the mala made from?
It is made from wood beads inlaid with tiny flecks of coral and reconstituted turquoise, accented with metal alloy spacers, and finished with a cotton tassel.
Can I wear this mala as jewelry?
It's designed and recommended for meditation use rather than everyday jewelry wear, as it is a devotional tool first.
Will my mala look exactly like the one pictured?
Because it's handmade in Nepal, each mala has natural variations in wood grain, inlay placement, and coloring, so slight differences from the photo are expected.
How do I use a mala for meditation?
Hold the mala in one hand and move through the beads one by one with your thumb, repeating a chosen mantra or intention on each bead until you reach the guru bead.
