Malas made of sandalwood
Mala beads made of sandalwood are popular for mala necklaces.
The sandalwood tree is very common and sacred in Asia. It is
therefore suitable for malas. The wood contains essential oils that
not only smell good and spicy, but also have an antibacterial
effect. Because of this property, it is often used as a moth
repellent in the wardrobe, for example.
Sandalwood necklaces popular with men
Sandalwood malas appeal especially to men because of their
naturalness and simplicity. They can be worn as a bracelet or also
as a necklace without attracting too much attention. The colour of
sandalwood, which varies between several light natural shades and
can also be a little reddish, suits men's taste very well. Our tip:
If you like this wood, you can support your meditation very well
with sandalwood incense sticks.
Mala necklace made of rosewood
Malas made of rosewood have a long tradition in Asia and this
wood is said to have a heart-opening effect. It is very rare and
has a beautiful dark colour that contrasts attractively with
coloured stones such as coral or turquoise. The polished beads feel
good and glide pleasantly through the hands during meditation. The
beads of these necklaces are usually dainty and have a small
diameter.
Hand mala or necklace
Malas made of wood are available as a bracelet with mostly 21
beads or as a mala necklace with 108 beads. While the hand mala is
more decorative, the neck mala is also used for meditation. For
this, a mantra or prayer is spoken 108 times for each wooden bead
in succession until the guru bead or tassel is reached again. A set
of hand and neck mala made of the same woods is also beautiful.
Buy a mala necklace made of wood
You have to pay attention to this: The wooden beads of the
necklace should all be the same size so that the mala gives off an
even appearance. Different sizes can cause irritation during
meditation. Also, all the beads should be smoothly polished so that
they feel good and you don't get splinters. Finally, the beads
should stay in place and not form gaps over time.
Meditating properly with wooden mala
Choose a mala necklace that you like. Then find a mantra or
affirmation that suits you and your intentions. Sit upright in a
quiet place, close your eyes and relax.
- Now take the mala necklace in your right hand and hold the
first wooden bead between your middle finger and thumb. With each
bead of the mala, recite your mantra or affirmation.
- Then, with your thumb, draw the next bead onto your middle
finger for the next recitation.
- When you have recited your mantra 108 times for each bead and
have reached the guru bead again, you are finished or start the
next round.
