Hematite Japa Mala 108 + 1 Beads For Courage Confidence, Reiki, Hematite mala, tassel mala, knotted mala with tassel

Hematite is a principal blood purifier among many healers, including myself. It can be placed anywhere on the body for this purpose, or worn as a ring, pendant or necklace for continuous healing. It is also considered a grounding stone, which makes it useful for those people who have difficulty concentrating on the "here-and-now". Shamans historically have believed that Hematite, placed over the location of an illness, will draw the "spirit" of the illness out of the patient and into itself.

SIZE OF BEADS : 8 MM(APPROX)

LENGTH OF MALA : 90 CM (APPROX)

Buddhists and Hindus both use prayer beads. In Hinduism they are more commonly known as Japa, and in Buddhism they are more commonly known as Mala. There are usually 108 beads and a top bead known as the Guru Bead or Sumeru. Smaller numbers of beads can also be used and are usually known as Wrist Mala or Power Bead Bracelets because they are worn around the wrist, which is useful if you are travelling.

Mala or Japa beads aid concentration when meditating. The Beads are usually held and moved between the thumb and third finger until the mantras have been completed. When you reach the Guru Bead or Sumeru, you turn the beads around and go back the other way, rather than crossing over the top bead. The index finger never touches the beads because it represents Ego, which is an impediment to self-realization.

Why 108 beads? There are many reasons – 108 is a sacred number to the Eastern religions and traditions.

HEMATITE is a Zodiac Birthstone for GEMINI

HEMATITE IS ALSO A STONE FOR ROOT CHAKRA

Hematite Mala Beads