Keeping the numerical and energetic significance of 108 beads, this mala style necklace has 108 Indian Sandalwood beads in 6mm, accented by 4mm round brass beads marking the 9th, 27th and 81st and 99th positions. The focal point is a round brass pendent, in place of the guru bead and tassel on a traditional mala. To the best of my knowledge this is a symbol of the sun - our Source of energy and life force.

This is a mala of warmth, grounding, connection to yourself and your spiritual practice.

Used in rituals in spiritual practices across the world and throughout the ages, Sandalwood has an earthy and sensual vibration. It is known to cleanse and purify and to assist the mind in mediation whilst grounding the body. Connecting to the base chakra, it has a calming influence, helping to create stability and bring about a sense of identity. 

Unlike traditional malas, this mala is knotted from the pendent upwards on both sides. I feel this calls in the energy of the double helix, caduceus and DNA. Intertwining energy strands speaks to the union of polarity, which is the building block of life.

The knots are secured under a gold-filled 'cover' bead - please avoid tugging at this joint.