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The Divine Mine

Mala - Amethyst & Lepidolite

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$37.50

The Divine Mine

Mala - Amethyst & Lepidolite

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$37.50

Amethyst and lepidolite beads are combined with a dyed lava bead and matching tassel. Divine accessories that seamlessly blend style with mindfulness. Each strand crafted with gemstones and a single lava bead.

Amethyst is the purple variety of quartz crystal composed of silicon dioxide with traces of iron. As a healing stone it is said to be helpful in ridding nightmares. Also helpful to calm an overworked and over stressed mind. It is thought to dispel negativity and create a peaceful environment.

Lepidolite is from the mica group of minerals. It is a pink to purple silicate. From the Greek word, lepidos, meaning scale which alludes to the scaly appearance usually common to the mineral. As a healing stone it clears electromagnetic pollution. This stone insists on being for the highest good. It balances the heart with the mind. Lepidolite is also known as a stability stone.

In translation, japa means repetitive prayer and mala means garland. The beads are used to count repetitions of prayers, chants or mantras to aid one's focus on the meaning or sound of the mantra. One repetition is usually said for each bead while turning the bead clockwise with the thumb.

Malas were traditionally used by the Buddhist, Hindu and Sikh traditions, however their use has spread to western culture. The 109th bead is the sumeru or guru bead, counting should start and end on either side of this bead. There are many styles of holding and using the mala and many types of mantras, therefore individual research is recommended to find the style that works for each individual.

A good mantra to get started with is Om Mani Padme Hum which essentially stands for universal compassion.