{"product_id":"mala-guru-bead-837","title":"Mala Guru Bead, T-drilled 3-Hole Connector Bead for Prayer Bead,0.87\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Mala Guru Bead is more than a simple connector — it is the spiritual anchor of your Tibetan Buddhist mala, representing the guru principle and the unity of body, speech, and mind. Hand-carved by artisans in the early 2000s, this piece carries the energy and tradition of its sacred origin.\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 Tibetan Craftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meticulously hand-carved by skilled craftsmen from Tibet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSacred Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sourced from Hepo Town, Baiyu County, the celebrated birthplace of authentic Tibetan handicrafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a unique T-drilled, 3-hole construction for secure and elegant mala assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to complement malas with 5-10mm beads (ideal for a standard 8mm Bodhi seed mala).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoice of Sacred Metal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select from three spiritually significant metals: White Copper, Red Copper, or Brass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpiritual Meaning \u0026amp; Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guru bead, or \"sumeru\" bead, is the heart of a prayer mala. It marks the beginning and end of your mantra recitation, symbolizing the guru from whom all wisdom and blessings flow. This T-drilled connector specifically represents the convergence of the three kayas (dimensions of enlightenment) or the three gates of body, speech, and mind into unified spiritual practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAwakens\u003c\/strong\u003e mindfulness and reverence during meditation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnchors\u003c\/strong\u003e your intention, keeping your practice focused.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhances\u003c\/strong\u003e the sacred geometry and energy flow of your mala.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServes\u003c\/strong\u003e as a daily reminder of your connection to the lineage of teachers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The guru bead is not just a marker; it is the axis around which the wheel of your practice turns.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthentic Craft \u0026amp; Sacred Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not mass-produced. Each bead was individually carved in the early 2000s by Tibetan artisans in Hepo Town, a region revered for preserving ancient metalworking traditions. The subtle variations in each piece are testaments to its handmade authenticity, imbuing it with the unique energy of its maker and its homeland. Owning this bead connects you directly to this living craft tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose from White Copper, Red Copper, or Brass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e White (White Copper), Yellow (Brass), or Brown (Red Copper).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e T-drilled 3-Hole Mala Guru \/ Connector Bead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-carved, Tibetan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22mm \/ 0.87 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12mm \/ 0.47 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8mm \/ 0.31 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage (crafted circa 2000s), excellent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrafting or repairing your own personal Tibetan Buddhist mala.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding an authentic, energetically charged centerpiece to your Rudraksha or Bodhi seed prayer beads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeepening your meditation and mantra practice with a tool of genuine significance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting to a spiritual practitioner seeking an authentic component for their sacred objects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of genuine Tibetan Buddhist artifacts and handmade crafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\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 supports traditional craft communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Vintage Piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carried and crafted in the early 2000s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSacred Provenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentically sourced from the famous Hepo Town region.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarefully Packaged:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your sacred bead will arrive ready for your practice or gifting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I choose between White Copper, Red Copper, and Brass?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Each metal carries its own energy. White Copper is associated with clarity and purification, Red Copper with vitality and passion, and Brass with grounding and tradition. Choose the one you are intuitively drawn to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this ready to string onto my mala?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA\u0026gt; Yes. The unique T-drilled, 3-hole design allows you to securely attach the main cord and the tassel or marker threads to complete your mala.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this bead blessed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA\u0026gt; While it is not formally consecrated in a monastery, it is crafted within a Tibetan Buddhist cultural context and carries the blessing of the artisan's intention and the sacred materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n---\n\u003cp style=\"color:#b91c1c; text-align:center; font-weight:bold;\"\u003e✨ Complete Your Sacred Mala – This is a rare opportunity to own a genuine piece of Tibetan craft history. 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