Tibetan mala

Tibetan Mala Beads, quality prayer mala beads for mantra, meditation & mindfulness. Beautiful mala beads hand crafted in UK, with complimentary mala bag

This fine Tibetan Buddhist rosary (sin-‘phen) or mala is unusual because it is made from rudrakhsa seeds in the manner of a Hindu Indian rosary. The rosary has had so much ritual use, that the knobbly, rough surface of each seeds has been worn smooth from endless handling. Each seed has splendid wear and patina. … Read more

Explore our 108 yak bone mala beads, deeply rooted in Himalayan customs, paired with our Kapala set. This mala incorporates Tibetan Buddhist dice, known as "mo divination," providing valuable insights and guidance for life's inquiries. LINK IN BIO. #tibetabuddhism #tibet #Buddhism #Buddhist #Buddha #tibetanmala #malabeads #108malabeads #yakbone #yakbonemala #handmademala

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Phyang Monastery (Ladakh). Phyang Monastery of Ladakh is situated at a distance of approximately 40 km to the west of the Leh town. It belongs to the Red Hat Sect of Buddhism. The site where the monastery now stands was once a part of the numerous monastic properties, offered during the time of Dharmaraja Jamyang Namgial to Chosje Damma Kunga. The hill of Phyang served as the venue of a monastery, known as Tashi Chozong, established in the year 1515. A monastic community was introduced to…

This post answers common questions about Tibetan malas or prayer beads, like how to hold a mala, care for your mala, and why malas are used.

This Tibetan Buddhist rosary (sin-‘phen) is of the finest quality. The patina from age and handling is incontrovertible. It comprises 108 flattened, spherical bone beads each of which has the most exquisite, glossy, dark patina. A well-worn brass tokcha in the form of ga’u or amulet box cover serves a central marker. Buddhist rosaries evolved … Read more

Embrace the timeless beauty of Tibetan craftsmanship with these exceptional yak bone beads.Crafted from well-aged, high-density yak bone, these beads have a distinct weight and texture, particularly as they are made from the strong shinbone. The natural bone’s brown flecks and markings add to their unique charm, offering an authentic, earthy feel. Their warm, yellowish tone, enriched by oil, deepens with time, becoming smoother and more lustrous the longer they're worn. LINK IN BIO…

Within the diverse array of materials used to craft Tibetan malas, yak bone stands out as a material deeply intertwined with the cultural and spiritual fabric of Tibetan Buddhism. The yak, a revered animal in the Tibetan plateau, is known for its resilience and adaptability to the challenging Himalayan environment. As such, yak bone is not merely a physical substance but a symbol of strength and endurance, echoing the qualities essential on the spiritual path.

Tibetan Rosary or Mala of Rudraksha Beads (Sin-'phen) - Michael Backman Ltd