SECTION 4: Meditation Mala Questions
What is a mala necklace?
A mala is a traditional meditation tool often used for mindfulness practices, prayer, breathwork, or intention setting. Traditional malas contain 108 beads and may include marker beads, a guru bead, and a tassel.
Why do malas have 108 beads?
The number 108 holds spiritual and symbolic significance across several meditation and yoga traditions. Many practitioners use the beads to count mantras, breaths, or repetitions during meditation.
Are your malas hand-knotted?
Yes. JNJ meditation malas are individually hand-knotted between each bead using durable thread. Hand-knotting helps protect the stones, improves durability, and honors traditional mala-making practices.
Can malas be worn as jewelry?
Absolutely. While malas are traditionally meditation tools, many people also wear them as meaningful jewelry and daily reminders of their intentions, values, or personal journey.
How do I use a meditation mala?
Many people use malas by gently moving one bead at a time through their fingers while repeating a mantra, affirmation, prayer, or intentional breath. There is no single “correct” way to use a mala. Your practice can be personal and flexible.
