Tulasi means “the incomparable one". Tulasi is actually a great devotee of Lord Vishnu, who incarnated as Sri Krishna and Lord Rama, and is worshipped as a living goddess, particularly by those who admire the transcendental devotion of Radhe-Govinda.
Tulasi beads are carved from its stems and are auspicious because they please Lord Vishnu, the sustainer of the universe in the Hindu Trinity, and bring the wearer closer to the Divine. The corresponding mantra as well as the significance of the mala are provided on an attractive insert.
Intention: Meditation, devotion.
Corresponding mantra: Hare Krishna Hare Krishna, Krishna Krishna Hare Hare, Hare Rama Hare Rama, Rama Rama Hare Hare.
Corresponding Deity:Lord Krishna and Lord Rama, great incarnations of Lord Vishnu, the sustainer of the universe.
Key features:
This natural mala is sought for its capability to carry certain energies and as an item on which a spiritual practice called “japa" is done. This mala is knotted, providing a space between the beads to allow one to be held at a time for the spiritual practice of japa. Each mala has the auspicious number of 108 beads plus the untouched sumeru bead, which are made from natural materials capable of carrying energetic vibrations. Traditionally, the spiritual master blesses the mala with mantras and transfers divine energy to a disciple upon giving it.
In addition to each mala being carefully handmade by artisans in India, where the spiritual practice of these prayer beads originated, we explain the importance of keeping their sacred energy pure. No one else should touch the beads. As it is highly important to keep your mala away from external energy, included is an attractive encasement in order to keep the bead energy sealed and completely protected from unwanted energy. Each encasement is decorated with unique Indian art depicting the Divine form to which the mala is connected, and comes with information on the beads and their ideal mantra.
How to use: Sit cross-legged in a meditative place and starting with the bead next to the sumeru (the largest bead often with a tassel), holding it with your right thumb and middle finger. Do not touch the sumeru, the 109th bead. Gently roll the bead back and forth while saying the provided mantra, drawing your attention to the feel of the bead and the sound of the mantra. Do this on each of the 108 beads to complete a round. Do as many rounds as are desired or instructed.
Specs
SKU: 804-05
UPC: 8-09581-80405-8
Contains: 108 beads
Bead size: 7 mm
Length: 34"
Made in India
