Turmeric Mala Prayer Beads
Turmeric Mala Prayer Beads
108 beads for japa and Kriya practice — rudraksha, semi-precious stone, or glass, strung by hand.
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Turmeric Mala Prayer Beads (Haridra mala) are carved out from naturally aromatic turmeric root. There are 108 individually knotted beads on each strand. Turmeric is well known as a culinary spice and in Ayurvedic medicine it is coveted as one of the most purifying herb, rich in antioxidants. In the form of prayer beads, (japa mala) it is used during meditation and prayer to invoke calmness and cleansing. As our malas are handstrung from natural materials, bead sizes and tassel colors may have slight variations.
Please note : This mala is mala is made from natural turmeric root and will stain your skin and clothing yellow when handled and worn, especially when it is new. This is why many people choose to keep it on their altar to use during prayer and not wear it.
Length: 36” approximately
Benefits
Benefits
- 108 beads — the traditional count for japa and Kriya practice
- Unique 12-count Mala available to practice Kriya Sadhana
- The texture and weight of the beads anchors attention during mantra repetition
- Each bead is a moment of return — away from distraction, back to the practice
- Can be worn throughout the day or kept at the meditation seat
Materials
Materials
- Varies by mala: rudraksha, semi-precious stones, glass, sandalwood
- All malas include a guru bead and an image of a Guru or Deity — a reminder
- No synthetic materials in beads or stringing
Traditional Context
Traditional Context
The mala is one of the oldest tools in the yogic tradition. In Kriya Yoga it has a specific function: counting repetitions of mantra or pranayama cycles. The number 108 appears throughout Sanskrit texts as a number of completion. For the serious practitioner, the mala is less a piece of jewelry and more a working instrument — it belongs at the meditation seat.
FAQ
FAQ
What is the difference between the 108-bead and 12-bead mala?
The 108-bead mala is used for full japa rounds — one mantra per bead, 108 repetitions per round. The 12-bead mala is specific to Kriya Sadhana practice and is used for counting Kriya cycles.
Which mala material is traditional for Kriya practice?
Rudraksha is the most traditional material in the yogic lineage. However any natural material — stone, sandalwood, glass — is appropriate. What matters is consistent use with the same mala over time.
How do I use the guru bead?
The guru bead marks the beginning and end of a full round. When you reach it, do not cross over it — reverse direction and begin the next round. It is a moment of pause and remembrance.
Can I wear my mala?
Yes. Many practitioners wear their mala throughout the day as a reminder of practice. Some prefer to keep one mala exclusively for sitting practice.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Free shipping on orders over $75. Ships worldwide. 30-day return policy for unused items in original packaging.
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