What is a Mala? How to use malas for japa meditation, their types, and their spiritual benefits.
What is Mala? In Sanskrit, the word mālā means a garland, wreath, or string of beads. Traditionally, people use malas to enhance focus during mantra japa (chanting sacred words) and meditation. A mālā is usually made from seeds like rudraksha, lotus, or tulsi, or sometimes from gemstones. Mālā beads can be worn as necklaces or […]