{"product_id":"mala-bergkristalrudraksha-aa-108-kralen-tasje-08-cm","title":"Mala rock crystal\/rudraksha AA 108 beads + bag","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRock crystal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a wonderful healing energiser. It stimulates the brain by acting upon the crown chakra and third eye chakra. It balances the chakras when you recite mantras during meditation. Crystal protects and heals by neutralising negative influences.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRudraksha seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e come from the tree of the same name and are widely used in malas. The seeds in this mala are 5 mukhi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe string of beads is mainly used to count repeated mantras, so it serves the same purpose as a rosary. Beads made of semi-precious stones, pearls, bodhi seeds or wood may serve all kinds of purposes, like counting any kind of mantra or other forms of prayer, prostrations, circumambulations and such. The cord is the same for every mala and should be made of nine threads, symbolising the Buddha Vajradhara and the eight bodhisattvas. The larger bead at the end stands for the wisdom that realises emptiness, and the cylindrical bead on top of it symbolises emptiness itself. Together, they symbolise the triumph over all adversities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMala\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA mala is originally a Hindu and Buddhist tool for prayer and meditation. It is used to count mantras during meditation. A mantra is a collection of words, often in Sanskrit, which is repeated several times, traditionally 108 times. While repeating, you focus on the meaning and vibration of the words, possibly combined with the accompanying visualisation. By training in a meditation practice like this, your thoughts come to rest and your body relaxes. Nowadays, a mala is also worn as a fashion accessory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy 108?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMalas have 108 beads because this number holds special meaning in the Hindu and Buddhist traditions. According to tradition, the distance between the sun and the Earth is 108 times the sun's diameter, and the same is true for the moon and the Earth. There are also said to be 108 nadis, or energy channels, in the body. Sanskrit has 54 letters, each with a masculine and a feminine form, totalling 108. There are 108 Puranas and 108 Upanishads. The list goes on! So that same sacred number is used in malas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*The characteristics of all mineral stones on our website are not scientifically proven; they are based on experiences of users and gemstone therapists. Any healing properties outlined are in no way meant to replace diagnosis or treatment by a qualified therapist or physician. If in doubt about your health, consult a physician.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mani Bhadra BV - Phoenix Import","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53366675079511,"sku":"2310","price":8.07,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0872\/8923\/3751\/files\/2310.jpg?v=1776833511","url":"https:\/\/www.phoeniximport.com\/en\/products\/mala-rock-crystalrudraksha-aa-108-beads-bag-08-cm","provider":"Mani Bhadra BV - Phoenix Import","version":"1.0","type":"link"}