108 Taiwanese Cypress Wood Prayer Beads - 10mm - Secure Knot Design

Prayer beads primarily serve two functions: firstly, as a tool for meditation and devotion. They are used to count repetitions during the recitation of scriptures, mantras, Buddhist teachings, and the names of Buddhas and Bodhisattvas, serving as a portable spiritual implement for cultivating the Buddhist path. Secondly, they are worn by laypeople. Individuals may wear prayer beads to focus their thoughts, alleviate worries, and seek inner peace. With the rise of personal style and the increasing openness and accessibility of Buddhist culture, the way traditional prayer beads are worn has evolved. Contemporary prayer beads feature more diverse designs and have given rise to a wider array of styles. However, each strand is composed of a specific number of beads, with each count carrying a traditional origin and symbolic meaning. Among these, the 108-bead mala is the most common, representing the extinguishing of afflictions and the severance of the 108 types of earthly desires across past, present, and future lifetimes. The designer has meticulously crafted this piece using 108 Taiwanese cypress wood beads, complemented by a secure knot and tassel. Taiwanese cypress naturally emits a warm, grounding fragrance, exuding an elegant and sophisticated charm worthy of collection. Main bead diameter: 10mm Accent bead diameter: 7.8~8.21mm