Mala, 108 Lotus Seed Prayer Beads Necklace,30"

This 108 Lotus Seed Mala is more than a necklace — it is a tangible connection to decades of Tibetan Buddhist practice and blessing. Collected from the sacred Kathok Monastery in the Kham region of Tibet and held by a lama, this mala carries the profound energy of its origin, making it a powerful tool for your spiritual journey.

Key Features of This Sacred Mala

• Sacred Provenance: Directly collected from Kathok Monastery in Tibet and blessed by a lama.
• Authentic Materials: Features 108 aged, brown lotus seed beads, revered for their connection to purity and enlightenment.
• Traditional Craftsmanship: Hand-strung with auspicious spacer beads of agate and turquoise, a white guru bead, and a distinctive pumtek pendant.
• Historical Significance: Approximately 30 years old, imbued with the spiritual resonance of its long use.
• Complete Practice Tool: Perfect for mantra recitation, meditation, prostrations, and as a constant reminder of mindfulness.

Deep Spiritual Meaning

In Tibetan Buddhism, a mala is not merely an accessory; it is a companion for the path to awakening. The 108 beads represent the 108 human defilements to overcome or the 108 auspicious signs of the Buddha. Lotus seeds are particularly sacred, symbolizing the pristine growth of enlightenment from the mud of samsara. This specific mala, having been in a monastery and blessed by a lama, is believed to carry a potent field of merit and protection.

Working with this mala can help to:

• Awaken a deeper sense of peace and focus during meditation.
• Attract positive energy and spiritual protection on your path.
• Enhance the potency of your mantra practice by using a blessed instrument.
• Serve as a daily touchstone for mindfulness and compassion.

"Just as the lotus grows from the mud untainted, may this mala help your pure awareness rise."

Authentic Craft & Sacred Origin

This mala’s power is rooted in its authentic origin. Sourced directly from Kathok Monastery, a renowned center of the Nyingma tradition in Eastern Tibet, each bead has been part of the spiritual landscape for about three decades. The traditional bevel-cut shape of the lotus seeds and the inclusion of turquoise (for health and protection) and agate (for stability) follow ancient Tibetan conventions. It is a genuine artifact of devotion, handmade for practice.

Product Details

• Material: 108 Lotus Seed Beads, Agate, Turquoise, Pumtek, Traditional Cord.
• Type: 108-Bead Tibetan Buddhist Mala / Prayer Beads.
• Bead Size: Lotus seeds approx. 8.6mm (0.34"). Agate spacer: 12.5mm (0.48"). Pumtek pendant: 20mm (0.8").
• Length: Approximately 76 cm / 30 inches in circumference.
• Condition: Vintage (approx. 30 years old), showing a beautiful, natural patina from age and use. Fully functional and intact.

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Our Authenticity Guarantee

• Direct Monastery Source: Authentically collected from Kathok Monastery, Kham, Tibet.
• Handmade & Blessed: A traditional piece that has been held and blessed by a lama.
• Supports Tradition: Your acquisition helps preserve and value authentic spiritual artifacts.
• Reverent Packaging: Shipped with care and respect, ready for immediate use or gifting.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How should I use and care for this vintage mala?
A: Treat it with spiritual respect. It can be used for meditation, worn, or kept on your altar. Avoid submerging it in water. The natural patina is part of its history and beauty.

Q: Is it truly from Tibet?
A> Yes. This mala was collected directly from Kathok Monastery in the Kham region of Tibet, a detail that adds immense spiritual and collectible value.

Q: Why are lotus seeds used in malas?
A> The lotus is a supreme symbol in Buddhism, representing purity, enlightenment, and spontaneous generation. Lotus seed beads are highly prized for their spiritual potency and connection to these qualities.

✨ Secure This Blessed Artifact – Only a limited number of these sacred, monastery-sourced malas exist. Once sold, this unique link to Tibetan Buddhist practice is gone forever.