Textured, smooth, small, or large, there’s no limit to the types of mala beads out there. Malas are made of everything from seeds to stone, though some materials are more popular than others. Mala is a sanskrit word meaning garland or rosary.

What is a mala? A mala, which is sanskrit for garland, is a string of beadsâ€typically 108, in addition to one guru beadâ€which are used as a meditation tool while chanting, reciting or silently repeating a … At buddhistmala. com, we offer a carefully curated collection of handcrafted mala beads, buddhist prayer beads, and spiritual jewelry made with natural materials and genuine gemstones.