Zabuton Meditation Cushion — Silk & Wool Padded Floor Base
Zabuton Meditation Cushion — Silk & Wool Padded Floor Base
A meditation seat built for long sittings — silk and wool outside, firm support within.
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The ground beneath your practice.
For the devotee, few things matter more than the hour spent in meditation with the Guru — and for those who sit on the floor, everything rests on what lies beneath. The Zabuton gives the knees, ankles, and seat a broad, cushioned foundation, with raw silk over wool to insulate the body from subtle earth currents, so you sit undisturbed and the mind turns freely inward. Built to hold its shape and its purpose through years of daily sitting. Not a pad — a foundation for practice, made to a standard worthy of the hour it serves.
Our Zabuton Meditation Cushion is made of high density foam topped off with a layer of memory foam. The removable cover is made of raw silk on top and wool on the bottom. Along with our Crescent cushion, this creates an ideal combination for long hours of meditating on the floor.
Dimensions: 24" X 24" and 2 ½" thick.
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All cushions have a 14 day limit for returns.
\nWho it's for: floor meditators who want to cushion the knees and ankles against a hard floor. The zabuton is a padded base — pair it with a crescent cushion on top for a complete floor seat. New to cushions? See wedge vs. crescent vs. zabuton.
\nQuestions & answers
\nWhat is a zabuton used for? It is a flat, padded mat placed under your meditation cushion to cushion the knees and ankles on a hard floor.
\nDo I sit directly on the zabuton? Usually you place a crescent or zafu on top to raise the hips; the zabuton cushions everything that touches the floor.
\nWhat size is it? 24" x 24", 2½" thick — pure silk over wool, made to Yogananda's instructions. Free shipping over $75.
Benefits
Benefits
- Lifts the hips to support the natural curve of the lumbar spine
- Reduces strain on the knees and ankles during longer sittings
- Covered in silk and wool — materials used in the asana tradition for over a century
- Maintains its shape and firmness through years of daily use
Materials
Materials
- Outer cover: Raw silk and virgin wool
- Inner fill: High-density support (varies by model)
- No synthetic blends or chemical treatments on the fabric
Traditional Context
Traditional Context
Paramahansa Yogananda specified in his lessons that the meditator should sit on a seat of wool and silk — materials understood in yogic tradition to insulate the body's pranic energy and resist the downward pull of earth currents. The cushion is not incidental to practice. It is where practice begins.
FAQ
FAQ
What height cushion is right for me?
As a general guide — if your knees float above your hips when seated cross-legged, choose a higher cushion. If your hips tilt forward naturally, a lower or wedge style may suit better. Contact us if you are unsure.
Can I wash the cushion cover?
The silk and wool cover should be spot cleaned only. Do not machine wash. Remove the cover carefully and allow to air dry flat away from direct sunlight.
Is the cushion suitable for chair meditation?
The wedge cushion works well on a chair — placed under the sitting bones it encourages the same forward tilt of the pelvis that supports upright posture.
How long will it last?
With daily use and proper care, several years at minimum. The inner fill can be replaced if needed — contact us and we will assist.
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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