What is a Rudraksha?
Rudraksha are the dried seeds of the Elaeocarpus ganitrus tree, found mainly in parts of Southeast Asia. Known as the “Tears of Shiva,” they hold deep spiritual significance in yogic and Vedic traditions. The word Rudraksha comes from Rudra (a name for Lord Shiva) and Aksha (meaning tears).
 
Benefits of Wearing a Rudraksha
Rudraksha beads are believed to bring balance to the body, mind, and energy system. They support clarity, calmness, and focus — nurturing both spiritual growth and overall well-being. Across cultures, they’ve been valued for their healing influence on physical, mental, and emotional health.
 
Who Can Wear Rudraksha?
Rudraksha can be worn by anyone — regardless of age, gender, or background. Suitable for children, students, seekers, the elderly, and even those facing illness, these sacred seeds are meant to support all who wish to live with greater harmony, awareness, and inner peace.
 
Our Malas have been ethically hand made in India and bear the Samana Yoga pendant. Each Mala has been individually blessed on the full moon for greater healing properties.
 
 
The Sacred Number 108
The number 108 holds deep spiritual and cosmic significance across many traditions. It is considered a number of wholeness, representing the connection between the universe, the self, and the divine.
In Yogic Tradition: There are said to be 108 energy lines (nadis) converging at the heart chakra, symbolizing unity and spiritual awakening.
In Mantra & Meditation: Malas (prayer beads) traditionally have 108 beads, allowing practitioners to stay present and complete one full cycle of chanting or meditation.
In the Cosmos: The distance between the Earth and the Sun is approximately 108 times the Sun’s diameter — a reflection of the harmony between microcosm and macrocosm.
In the Body: There are 108 marma points (sacred energy points) in the human body where consciousness and physical energy intersect.
 
To repeat a mantra 108 times is to move through a complete spiritual cycle — aligning body, mind, and soul with universal rhythm.
 
 
To meditate with a mala, sit comfortably with your eyes closed.
Take a few deep breaths and set an intention.
If you have a mantra for this practice, chant it aloud or silently.
Hold your mala in your right hand, draped between your middle and index fingers.
Starting at the large bead in the center often called the “guru” bead,
use your thumb to count each smaller bead.
Pull the mala, pulling it toward you as you recite your mantra.
Do this 108 times, traveling around the mala, until you once again reach the guru bead.