Description
The symbolic meaning of the beads used in the Lotus Flower Wrist Mala Beads are:
Lotus Flower beads (carved from white shell)
The Lotus Flower symbolises purification of body, speech and mind. The open white blossom of the beautiful lotus flower is a symbol of enlightenment and purity and is associated with overcoming desire and attachment. The lotus is one of the Eight Auspicious Symbols and represents spiritual perfection.
How to use your Mala Beads
Our Lotus Flower wrist mala beads are suitable for chanting mantra, meditation, mindfulness, prayer & yoga.
- The meditation mala is generally held in the left hand and used with gentleness and respect.
- One bead is counted for each recitation of the mantra, starting with the first bead next to the “guru” bead. The guru bead is usually larger & more decorative.
- Hold the first mala bead between your thumb & forefinger and silently recite one mantra.
- Move your thumb and forefinger along to the next bead of the strand to chant the next mantra; then repeat.
- After completing a full circuit of the mala, flip the mala around 180 degrees (this takes some practice) and continue as before, in reverse order.
- One avoids passing over the “guru” bead, as doing so is symbolically like stepping over one’s teacher.
Mantra for Blessing your Wrist Mala Beads
Recite the mantra seven times, then blow on the mala beads. This mantra increases the power of the mantras you recite using your Lotus Flower wrist mala beads.
OM RUCHIRA MANI PRAVARTAYA HUM
How to Care for your Lotus Flower Wrist Mala Beads
When not in use please store your Lotus Flower wrist mala beads in a mala bag.
Please don’t wash your mala or wear whilst bathing or sleeping as this can weaken the mala thread.
To clean your mala: gently wipe the beads using a damp cloth and place in sunlight to dry.
Niketa (verified owner) –
I love this beautiful wristmala, the conchshell with carved lotuses! It means a lot to me and reminds me greatly of my practice by seeing it! Thank you!