Strand is 40 inches long with one 1 inch tassle, the diameter of each bead is approx. .4 inch (very large)A large set of 108 Mala prayer beads made out of large Rudraksha style beads. A very rare and unique design. At the end of the Mala there is a beautiful red tassel. A premium set of Malas that true Buddhist use.
A Mala is a string of beads used to count mantras (Sanskrit prayers) in sets of 27, 56 or 108 repetitions. The large meru (mountain) bead provides a starting and ending point on the mala for counting the repetitions. Mala beads are an ancient tool that was developed to keep the mind focused on the practice of meditation. Mala beads are seen in other cultures and religions and are related to rosary beads and worry beads. Mala beads are typically made out of different materials, and the properties of the beads are said to have specific energetic effects.
