Item BG-RDK-8

Knotted Rudraksha Mala, 108 Beads

Name: Knotted Rudraksha Mala, 108 Beads
Brand: Buddha Groove
SKU: BG-RDK-8
Price: 24.00 USD
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A hand-knotted meditation mala of 108 rough-textured Rudraksha seed beads, finished with a single Guru bead and a slate-grey silk tassel. Rudraksha is traditionally held as a seed of grounding and devotion, and its natural grooves give the fingers something to move through during japa. Made for meditation use, offered in two bead sizes.

Details

Design: Hand-knotted mala of 108 Rudraksha seed beads, finished with a single Guru bead and a soft slate-grey silk tassel
Size: Strand approximately 34 inches long; tassel approximately 4 inches long; beads available in 6mm or 8mm
Material: Rudraksha seed beads, cotton/silk knotting cord, slate-grey silk tassel
Care: Keep dry and away from perfumes or lotions. Wipe gently with a soft cloth after use to preserve the natural seed texture
Note: Each Rudraksha seed is naturally grown, so slight variations in color, shape, and size are part of its handmade character

Meaning & Intention

Rudraksha seeds hold a long place in meditation practice. Tradition tells that they formed from the tears of Lord Shiva, shed in compassion for the suffering of the world, giving each grooved seed a certain gravity.

Strung as 108, the mala follows the count long used in japa meditation, where each bead marks one repetition of a mantra or breath. The number itself is considered sacred across yogic tradition.

The Guru bead, set apart near the tassel, marks the beginning and end of a cycle. It is traditionally paused at rather than counted through, in honor of the teacher or inner wisdom that guides the practice.

Held between the fingers, the knotted texture gives the hand something to move through as the mind settles, one bead and one breath at a time.

Essence & Elements

Intention: Grounding, focus, devotion, inner calm

Chakra connection: Root

Ideal for: Meditators and mantra practitioners seeking a traditional counting mala for daily practice

Suggested mantra: Om Namah Shivaya

Symbol: 108 beads for a full round of japa, plus a Guru bead for the teacher

Questions & Guidance

Can I wear this as jewelry?

It is made for meditation use rather than everyday wear. Many practitioners drape it over the wrist or hand during practice, then return it to a mala pouch or altar between sessions.

How do I choose between the two bead sizes?

The smaller strand sits lighter in the hand and moves quickly through the fingers. The larger gives more weight and a slower rhythm. Pick the size that suits how you like your practice to feel.

How do I use the mala for japa?

Hold the mala in the right hand and begin at the bead next to the Guru bead. Move one bead at a time with each mantra repetition. When you reach the Guru bead, pause and reverse direction rather than crossing it.