{"product_id":"bone-carved-guru-bead-819","title":"Guru Bead, T-drilled 3-Hole Bead for Prayer Bead","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite Guru Bead is far more than a simple component for your \u003cstrong\u003eTibetan Buddhist mala\u003c\/strong\u003e — it is a sacred focal point for prayer and meditation, hand-carved by Tibetan artisans over two decades ago. Serving as the spiritual \"root\" or \"guru\" of a prayer bead strand, it represents the connection to one's teacher and the enlightened mind, marking the beginning and end of each sacred recitation cycle.\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 purity and connection to the high plateau.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfound Symbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e The T-drilled, 3-hole design is a classic feature of authentic guru beads, allowing for secure and balanced attachment to your mala.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Craftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-carved in the early 2000s by skilled craftsmen, carrying the energy and intention of its creation era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Cultural Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sourced from Hepo Town, Baiyu County—a renowned birthplace of famed Tibetan handicrafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to fit malas with beads from 6mm to 12mm (pictured with an 8mm bodhi bead mala for reference).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n---\n\u003ch3\u003eSpiritual Meaning \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Tibetan Buddhist practice, the guru bead is the most significant bead on a mala. It is never passed over during counting and serves as a tangible reminder of one's spiritual guide and the path to awakening. Integrating this bead into your practice helps to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnchor Your Practice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a physical and spiritual starting point for meditation and mantra recitation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivate Mindfulness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acts as a touchstone throughout the day, bringing awareness back to your spiritual intentions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHonor the Lineage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connects your personal practice to the ancient wisdom tradition of Tibetan Buddhism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhance Focus:\u003c\/strong\u003e The unique carving serves as a focal point to deepen concentration and devotional energy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The guru bead is not merely 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; Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bead is a piece of living heritage. It was \u003cstrong\u003ehandmade by Tibetan craftsmen\u003c\/strong\u003e in Tibet, preserving techniques passed down through generations. Each groove and curve tells a story of dedication. By acquiring this piece, you directly support the artisans and their families in Tibet, helping to sustain these invaluable traditional crafts for the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n---\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yak Bone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Yellow\/Bone Hue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e T-drilled 3-Hole Guru Bead for Prayer Bead (Mala)\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\u003eCraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-carved, Vintage (2000s)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic \u0026amp; Ready for Your Mala\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x Guru Bead as pictured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n---\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompleting or blessing a new \u003cstrong\u003eTibetan Buddhist mala\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeepening your personal \u003cstrong\u003emeditation\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eprayer\u003c\/strong\u003e practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrying a sacred token of mindfulness and protection daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGiving a profoundly meaningful gift to a spiritual practitioner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnecting with authentic Tibetan spiritual artistry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n---\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Authenticity Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuinely Handmade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carved by artisan hands in Tibet, not mass-produced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirectly Sourced:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acquired from the heartland of Tibetan craft in Baiyu County.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports Tradition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your purchase helps sustain artisan families and cultural heritage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEthically Offered:\u003c\/strong\u003e Presented with respect for its spiritual and cultural significance.\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 attach this to my mala?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: The classic T-drilled, 3-hole design allows you to thread the main cord of your mala through the two parallel holes, with the third hole used to secure the tassel or concluding knots. 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