{"product_id":"1712-隔珠-骷髅","title":"Mala Spacer Beads,Citipati Skull Marker Beads for Prayer Bead Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis pair of Citipati Skull Spacer Beads is more than a decorative accent for your mala — it is a profound spiritual tool representing the dance of life and death, and the ultimate wisdom of impermanence in Tibetan Buddhism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features of These Sacred Spacer Beads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSacred Symbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features the Citipati (Lords of the Cemetery) skull motif, a powerful reminder of impermanence (Anicca) and the illusory nature of existence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Handmade Craft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each bead is individually crafted by skilled artisans in Hepo Town, Baiyu County—the renowned birthplace of Tibetan handicrafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoice of Sacred Metal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select from spiritually significant cold iron or brass, each carrying its own protective and grounding energy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to elegantly space and accent standard 6-10mm \u003cstrong\u003eTibetan Buddhist mala beads\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Pair:\u003c\/strong\u003e The price is for a perfectly matched pair of skull beads to serve as your mala's central marker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n---\n\u003ch3\u003eDeep Spiritual Meaning: The Citipati Skull\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Tibetan Buddhist iconography, the skull is not a symbol of fear, but of liberation. The Citipati, often depicted as dancing skeletons, represent the eternal dance of life and death, and the joyous freedom found in realizing the true nature of reality. Integrating these beads into your \u003cstrong\u003eprayer\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003emeditation\u003c\/strong\u003e practice serves as a powerful mindfulness anchor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAwakens Wisdom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constantly reminds the practitioner of impermanence, cutting through attachment and distraction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhances Focus:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a tactile marker on your mala, it brings your attention back to the mantra and the present moment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOffers Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Citipati are seen as protectors of the Dharma; their image is believed to ward off negative energies on the spiritual path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Contemplating impermanence is the foundation of all spiritual practice.\" – Tibetan Buddhist Teaching\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n---\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthentic Tibetan Craft \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beads carry the soul of Tibetan craftsmanship. They are handmade in Hepo Township, Baiyu County, by artisans from the Gandhanra collective, who dedicate their lives to preserving ancient Tibetan metalworking techniques. When you hold these beads, you hold a piece of a living spiritual and artistic heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n---\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your Choice of Cold Iron or Brass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spacer\/Marker Beads for \u003cstrong\u003eTibetan Buddhist mala beads\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Handmade, traditional Tibetan metalwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (Per Bead):\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eIron: 14mm x 11mm (0.55\" x 0.43\")\n\u003cbr\u003eBrass: 12mm x 9mm (0.47\" x 0.35\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brand new, crafted with intention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n---\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; gap:16px; flex-wrap:wrap;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003e• Deepening Meditation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use as a focal point to contemplate life's transient nature.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003e• Personalizing Your Mala:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add profound meaning and unique beauty to your \u003cstrong\u003eprayer bead necklace\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003e• Spiritual Mindfulness:\u003c\/strong\u003e A daily wearable reminder of Buddhist wisdom.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003e• A Meaningful Gift:\u003c\/strong\u003e An exceptional and thoughtful gift for a practitioner, yogi, or collector of sacred art.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n---\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Authenticity Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirectly Sourced:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic \u003cstrong\u003ehandmade\u003c\/strong\u003e pieces procured directly from Tibetan artisan collectives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreserves Tradition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your purchase supports the preservation of endangered Tibetan craft traditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrafted with Intention:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each piece is made not just with skill, but with spiritual respect for its purpose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsecrated Craft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Born from a region where art and spirituality are inseparable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n---\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I choose between cold iron and brass?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Both are sacred metals. 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