Beads #1480591

These are used for japa, or mantra meditation. The set consists of 108 wooden beads and one head bead. They are made of sacred Tulasi wood and are suggested for intermediate or regular practitioners. This large set would be most comfortable for people with large hands or those whose health makes it difficult to handle small objects. Traditionally, they are kept and used in a bead bag.

Neck beads (kanthi mala) of oblong natural Tulasi beads. Devotees of Lord Krishna traditionally wear beads made of Tulasi around their neck. Product Details Strung on tough nylon monofilament, with brass clasp. The long strand fits three times around most necks. Approximately 16".

These lightly buffed Tulasi beads have both the darker color of the Tulasi bark and the paler wood. The two tones create a great natural look. Each bead is approximately .5" long, with lightly smoothed and rounded edges. The 48" strand fits once around most necks. Made in India. More information on neck beads.

Beads are used for meditating and chanting the Hare Krishna mantra. The strand consists of one hundred and eight individually hand-carved, smooth beads made of the wood from a sacred Tulasi plant. Product Details These beads are about 34" long (or about 68" around). Exact length varies 3-5" because of bead size. The beads are up to .75" in diameter each. Made in India.Care Tulasi is a soft, fibrous wood that is susceptible to moisture and temperature damage. These beads can warp and crack if exposed to humidity, water, or a lot of direct heat and sunlight. It is popular for user to oil their Tulasi beads prior to use, and to keep them clean and dry. Vaisnavas also respect their japa mala beads and do not take them into environments such as restrooms. Traditionally, they are kept and used in a japa bag, also available.

These beads are used for japa, or mantra meditation. The set consists of 108 wooden beads and one head bead. They are made of sacred Tulasi wood and are suggested for regular practitioners. This large set would be most comfortable for people with large hands or those whose health makes it difficult to handle small objects. Traditionally, they are kept and used in a bead bag. Product Details These beads are about 29" long (or about 58" around). Exact length varies 3-5" because of bead size. The beads are up to .5" in diameter each. The head bead is finished with an orange tassel. Made in India.Care Tulasi is a soft, fibrous wood that is susceptible to moisture and temperature damage. These beads can warp and crack if exposed to humidity, water, or a lot of direct heat and sunlight. It is popular for user to oil their Tulasi beads prior to use, and to keep them clean and dry. Vaisnavas also respect their japa mala beads and do not take them into environments such as restrooms. Traditionally, they are kept and used in a japa bag, also available.