An alternating row of seasoned rudraksha seeds and deep-violet amethyst, finished with a purple tassel – the seed's earthiness and the stone's calm in one strand.
Rudraksha and amethyst
Rudraksha seeds come from the tree of the same name (Elaeocarpus ganitrus) and are known as the “tears of Rudra (Shiva)”; they have been a classic mala material for centuries. Amethyst is the violet variety of quartz, coloured by iron and natural irradiation; tradition regards it as a stone of calm and clear sight. Together the two join earthy warmth with quiet depth. These are traditional ideas, not medical claims.
The 108-bead mala
A mala is the prayer strand of the Hindu and Buddhist traditions, originally used to count mantras in meditation. A larger guru bead closes the 108 beads, standing for wisdom, while the small cylinder above it represents emptiness. The beads pass one by one between the fingers while attention rests on the meaning and vibration of the words.
How to use it
Hold the mala in your hand during meditation or mantra recitation and move from bead to bead; through the day it can be worn wrapped around the wrist.
Material and craft
Made of natural rudraksha seeds and violet amethyst beads. A 108-bead strand, about 40 cm long. Being a natural material, each piece is unique: shade and pattern may vary slightly.
Good to know
Keep it dry, wipe it with a soft cloth, and avoid harsh chemicals. The meaning attached to it comes from tradition and is not a medical effect.