Rare mala made by us in accordance with the purest tradition of mala creation.
As a gemologist graduated from the National Institute of Gemmology in Paris, all our materials are appraised and certified.
As Malakara, we make all of our malas ourselves, scrupulously respecting tradition.
To know everything about malas, their meanings, their uses, their different variants and also a short explanation on malakaras, the creators of mala, please click on this text taking you to our dedicated and explanatory article on our blog
Total length of the mala 45cm
Total weight of the mala 76.50 grams
THIS MALA IS MADE UP OF:
108 sacred fig tree seeds (ficus religiosa) , called Pipal seeds or bodhi seeds.
Buddha having attained enlightenment under a sacred fig tree, pipal seeds are the most traditional material for making malas. These seeds acquire a patina and take on a beautiful shine over time called "porcelain layer". Our seeds come from the island of Hainan known for cultivating and drying the finest quality in the world. Be careful, many websites and specialty stores mistakenly name these seeds as Lotus seeds.
These seeds have been marinated in cinnabar for a year, giving them this very special appearance. Traditional method to embellish the seeds and give an "old" patina to this high quality mala.
Dimensions of each seed 6mm.
Burmese amber: 2 barrels as counter-beads for every 27 beads of this mala, as tradition dictates.
Burmese amber is renowned for its quality and color, which ranges from pale yellow to dark brown. It is valued for its transparency and inclusions, which can sometimes contain insect fossils and other organic matter, making it a valuable material for collectors and gemstone enthusiasts.
Dimensions of each counter-pearl: 12mm long by 8mm wide.
The central bead of this mala is an authentic Tibetan DZI called DZI of Tara
Tara Dzi is a special type of Dzi that is associated with Tara, a Buddhist goddess revered in Tibetan Buddhism and other Buddhist traditions. Tara is considered a goddess of compassion and protection. Tara Dzi may have specific designs that represent or symbolize Tara in some way, making them especially valuable to those who follow this deity or seek her blessing and protection.
Our contemporary Dzis are made according to tradition, by Tibetan artisans located at the crossroads of Yunnan, Sichuan and Tibet in the Tibetan prefecture of Gyaltran at an altitude of 4000 meters.
Dimensions of this DZI bead: 15mm long by 15mm wide.
To learn all about DZIS, history and tradition, please click on this link which will take you directly to our detailed article on our blog
On each side of this mala, we have made counters of tens and hundreds of turns of the mala, in 18k gold-plated copper.
Tens and hundreds counters on a mala are useful devices for people who meditate or recite prayers using a mala. These counters make it easy to keep track of the number of repetitions or rounds of the mala during a meditation or prayer session. Here's how they work:
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Tens Counter : The tens counter is typically used to keep track of the number of times you have recited your mantra or performed a meditation by passing the beads of the mala. For every set of 10 repetitions, you move the tens counter from one bead to the next to indicate a set of 10.
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Hundreds Counter : The hundreds counter works similarly to the tens counter, but it allows you to track the total number of complete mala wraps you have completed. After each set of 100 repetitions, you move the hundreds counter from one bead to the next to indicate a set of 100 mala wraps.
These counters are useful for meditators or religious practitioners who have the goal of reciting a specific number of mantras or prayers during their mala session. They eliminate the need to mentally count each repetition, which can be distracting and disruptive to concentration. Instead, you can focus on your spiritual practice while keeping accurate track of your repetitions with the tens and hundreds counters.
To finish these mala round counters, we left the threads representing the 5 colors of the 5 Dhyani Buddhas or meditation Buddhas.
Each Dhyani Buddha represents different qualities and aspects of enlightenment and Buddhist nature. They are also associated with the five aggregates of consciousness, which are the components of human perception and experience. These five Dhyani Buddhas are often depicted in Tibetan Buddhist art and play an important role in the meditation and visualization practices of Vajrayana Buddhism.
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Vairocana (also called Vairochana):
- Color: White
- Direction: Center
- Symbol: Dharmachakra (the wheel of law)
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Akshobhya :
- Color: Blue
- Direction: East
- Symbol: Vajra (the diamond or the lightning scepter)
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Ratnasambhava :
- Color: Yellow
- Direction: South
- Symbol: Jewel (or jewel)
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Amitabha :
- Color: Red
- Direction: West
- Symbol: Lotus (lotus flower)
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Amoghasiddhi :
- Color: Green
- Direction: North
- Symbol: Vajra (the diamond or the lightning scepter)
We have also incorporated into this mala a Sak Yant protection amulet" "Dok Mai Sawan" in 925 silver
Sak Yant amulets are often worn as talismans of protection and good fortune.
“Dok Mai Sawan” generally translates to “Flowers of Paradise” in Thai. It is a poetic expression that evokes images of beauty and purity.
The "Dok Mai Sawan" amulet is often associated with the Mother Goddess, who is worshipped in the Sak Yant tradition and is considered a protector. This amulet is believed to bring protection, love and good luck to its wearer.
Dimensions of this amulet: 33mm long by 15mm wide
The body of this mala is enhanced with buffalo bone discs and 18K gold plated copper.
FINISHING THIS MALA:
The finishing pearl called guru pearl or Buddha head was hand carved from deer antler.
traditional Japanese netsuke work by skilled master.
Deer antlers are of course harvested when they fall once a year in the spring.
It is a rare, handcrafted piece, not mass-produced by machine.
This Guru bead represents a Citipati
