{"product_id":"guru-bead-811","title":"Guru Bead, T-drilled 3-Hole Bead for Prayer Bead","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful yak bone guru bead is more than a component for your mala — it is a sacred token of spiritual lineage and protection, hand-carved by Tibetan craftsmen. It serves as the anchor and teacher bead on your prayer beads, marking the beginning and end of your mantras, a constant reminder of the guru's wisdom and the unbroken chain of spiritual transmission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features of This Sacred Guru Bead\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meticulously carved from traditional yak bone, a material revered in Tibetan culture for its durability and spiritual significance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful Symbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engraved with the Crossed Vajra (Vishvavajra) pattern, a profound symbol of spiritual stability, indestructible truth, and the balanced integration of wisdom and compassion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMasterful Craftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-carved in the early 2000s by artisans from Hepo Town, Baiyu County—the renowned birthplace of authentic Tibetan handicrafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnique Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each bead carries a simple, vicissitudinous beauty, with natural variations in color and texture that speak to its age and authenticity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed as a T-drilled 3-hole guru bead for malas (fits 6-12mm beads, perfect for 8mm Bodhi seed malas) and can also be worn as a powerful standalone pendant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n---\n\u003ch3\u003eDeep Spiritual Meaning \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guru bead is the most significant bead on a mala, representing the teacher and the enlightened mind. This particular bead, adorned with the Crossed Vajra, is a potent spiritual tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAwakens Spiritual Connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anchors your meditation practice, connecting you to the wisdom of the lineage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts Stability \u0026amp; Grounding:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Crossed Vajra symbol helps establish a firm, balanced foundation for your spiritual journey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtects Your Practice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acts as a spiritual shield, reminding you of the indestructible nature of Dharma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhances Mindfulness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its tangible presence brings your awareness back to your intention with every use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The guru bead is not just a marker; it is the heart of the mala, where all practice begins and culminates.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n---\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthentic Craft \u0026amp; Sacred Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bead is a piece of living heritage. It was hand-carved over two decades ago in Hepo Town, Baiyu County, a region celebrated for producing Tibet's finest artisans. The traditional T-drilling technique and hand-engraving are marks of a vanishing craft, making each bead a unique artifact of cultural and spiritual history. You are not just acquiring a bead; you are preserving a tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n---\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic Yak Bone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Yellow\/Bone Tone with Patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e T-Drilled 3-Hole Guru Bead (Mala Teacher Bead)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24mm \/ 0.95 Inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15mm \/ 0.6 Inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14mm \/ 0.55 Inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-Carved \u0026amp; Hand-Engraved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic Vintage Piece from the 2000s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1x Guru Bead as pictured\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🧘 Completing Your Mala:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The essential finishing touch for your 6-12mm Tibetan Buddhist prayer beads.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🛡️ Daily Spiritual Armor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Wear it as a pendant for constant protection and mindful connection.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🎁 A Meaningful Gift:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e An profoundly thoughtful gift for practitioners, meditators, and collectors of sacred art.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e📿 Deepening Practice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Enhancing the sacredness and intentionality of your meditation and mantra recitation.\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\u003eHandmade by Tibetan Artisans:\u003c\/strong\u003e Directly supporting traditional craftspeople and their heritage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEthically Sourced:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic vintage piece, directly sourced for its cultural integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreserves a Tradition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your purchase helps keep ancient Tibetan carving techniques alive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSacred Object:\u003c\/strong\u003e Treated and shipped with the respect a spiritual artifact deserves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n---\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is a \"guru bead\" or \"teacher bead\"?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: It is the largest, often most ornate bead on a Buddhist mala (prayer beads). It marks the starting and ending point of your mantra cycle and symbolizes the teacher (guru) and enlightenment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I attach this to my mala?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA\u0026gt; Its unique T-drilled 3-hole design allows the mala cord to pass through it neatly. It is designed to fit malas with beads between 6mm and 12mm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the yak bone ethically sourced?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Yes. This is a vintage piece from the 2000s. Yak bone is a traditional, sustainable material in Tibetan culture, used respectfully in spiritual artifacts, often from animals that lived natural lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n---\n\u003cp style=\"color:#b91c1c; font-size:1.1em; text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✨ Secure This Piece of Tibetan Heritage – Only a limited number of these authentic, hand-carved guru beads exist. 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