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Intriguing visual texture is sure to make your Malas stand-out! Most Mala designs feature a large bead called the "Guru" or "Bindu" bead. This bead confirms the end of one round of prayer. On a traditional Mala the Guru bead is the 109th bead. The Guru bead is typically adorned with a tassel which represents enlightenment. Whether or not you want to create a traditional or whimsical Mala design, the Guru bead is the perfect piece to give you a seamless finished look. We suggest using 1mm C-lon to string these beads. Please view additional images for variances.
Few beads have the enduring history of Tibetan Dzi Agate. Our beads are meant to resemble Dzi stones that were first created between 2000 and 1000 B.C. in the Indus Valley. Histories state that ancient Tibetan soldiers brought thousands of stones home from a raid, igniting a love for the style that has lasted thousands of years in Tibet, and now all over the world! Modern Tibetans still pass down ancient Dzi beads from generation to generation. Ancient stones have been used as protective amulets and in traditional medicines.
No One knows how Ancient Dzi beads were created, since no records about the creation of Dzi beads exist. It is likely that the creation process depended on oral teachings. Dzi Agate beads on the market now are considered “mock Dzi”. Today, Tibetan (Dzi) Agate beads are created using methods such as sanding, laser etching, and color enhancement. The patterns, textures, and colors of our Tibetan Dzi Agate beads are permanent. The base stone, agate, is a variety of chalcedony quartz.
Metaphysically, Tibetan Dzi agates are said to be stones of protection. Different pattern types of Dzi beads can have distinct spiritual meanings.
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String a Guru Bead on a Mala Necklace by Steve
In this tip, we'll show you how you string a guru bead onto a mala necklace. Start with a mala...
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