LOTUS SEED MALA PRAYER BEADS
This Lotus Seed Mala is hand-strung with care, with each 8mm bead selected for quality and beauty. Designed for meditation practice and mantra recitation across different spiritual traditions, this mala features 108 beads, finished with a natural cotton tassel.Why Lotus Seed?
The lotus seed holds profound significance in Eastern spiritual traditions, symbolizing the journey of spiritual unfolding and purity as the lotus flower rises unsullied from muddy waters. Historically integrated into Hindu and Buddhist prayer rituals for millennia, these natural seeds are traditionally harvested from sacred aquatic ecosystems across India, Nepal, and Southeast Asia. Their integration into traditional lapidary and devotional arts reflects a timeless connection to perseverance and spiritual rebirth.Lotus seeds are organic, dense botanical structures derived from the Nelumbo nucifera plant, characterized by a smooth, resilient outer shell. Over time, these natural white-to-cream colored seeds mature with use, absorbing natural oils from a dedicated practice and developing a beautiful, unique patina that enhances their tactile feel during mantra counting.Gemstone Properties
Lotus Seed has been traditionally associated with:- Spiritual Unfolding and Purity [Historically used in traditional practices to mirror the soul’s journey toward realization]
- Fostering a sense of quiet perseverance, devotion, and inner peace during meditation
- Connection to the Crown and Heart Chakras in traditional yogic philosophy
- The element of Water, representing transformation, fluid growth, and rising above obstacles
- Grounding and Hope [Black Onyx has a long history as a stone of grounding, while Amazonite is historically celebrated as a stone of hope]
- Providing emotional protection, stability, and a gentle, soothing presence during practice
- Alignment with the Root Chakra (Onyx) and Throat Chakra (Amazonite) in traditional yogic systems
- The balance of Yin energy, representing receptive, calm, and protective internal qualities
Mala Features
- 108 hand-strung 8mm Lotus Seed beads
- Black Onyx and Amazonite marker beads (every 27 beads)
- Hand-knotted design spacers
- Natural cotton tassel
- Traditional guru bead
- Complimentary brocade mala bag
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Patrick (verified owner) –
Very pleased with Knotted Mala, Howlite w/ black onyx. Nice weight to mala. I find being knotted allows me to better move the mala through my fingers while meditating. And I appreciate the inclusion of mala bag. Small, attractive way to prevent mala from becoming tangled inside my messenger bag when traveling. Item arrived quickly after ordering as well. Perfect experience.
Leticia Z. –
Like the mix of howlite and black onyx! Great healing properties