Carnelian Mala Beads

Carnelian Mala Beads, or Carnelian Japa Mala Beads, are made only of carnelian beads. Carnelian is a great stone to use if you are trying to increase your self-esteem and remove negativity.

Carnelian is the most powerful stone for self-accomplishment and self-orientation. Provides stability for taking our destiny in hand. Brings additional energy to realize a project or an idea. Provides a feeling of well being and inner strength.

Named after the red-orange kornel cherry, carnelian was believed by the Romans to be a stone of courage, able to shore up confidence and strength. In ancient Egypt, the stone was placed on mummies to assist the dead in their journey to the afterlife.

Carnelian is thought by some to enhance self esteem, to combat feelings of inadequacy, and to increase physical energy. It is sometimes used as a talisman to protect against fire and misfortune. Carnelian is associated with the solar plexus chakra (the yellow chakra), in which imbalances are thought to cause digestive problems, as well as lack of confidence.

Carnelian relieves sexual tension by redirecting the energy stored in the reproductive center of the body; it may also be used to excite sluggish sexual energy.

Carnelian is also called cornelian. This translucent, reddish orange variety of chalcedony was once thought to still the blood and calm the temper. Its various shades of red are due to the presence of iron oxide. Stones may be uniformly colored or faintly banded.

The carnelian mala beads are approximately .375 inches or 9.525mm in diameter.

What are Japa Mala Beads:
Since the dawn of time, man has used stone beads strung in a circle as a powerful spiritual symbol. Japa Mala, or "Mala" Beads 'Mala', which means a garland of beads, flowers or prayers, is also known as a rosary or prayer beads. Mala beads are used to keep count of your mantras (Sanskrit prayers) while in meditation. The large summit bead, otherwise known as the 'sumeru' (mountain), or guru bead, provides a starting and ending point on the mala for counting the repetitions. Mala beads are an ancient tool that was developed to keep the mind focused on the practice of meditation.

They are generally made from different materials, and each material has specific properties which subtly affect the subconscious mind of the practitioner which in turn affects the various aspects of the spiritual and physical body. Mala Beads may be worn on the body, either inside or outside clothing to maintain the energies and power gained from meditation and spiritual use.

Mala Bead Use:
A mala can be used with either hand. Always start with the first bead after the main or 'Guru' bead. As you repeat your mantra, move each bead with the thumb towards the body over the meridian point on your middle finger. As you progress, the Guru bead first descends and then ascends on the other side. When you reach the Guru bead, repeat the mantra and make a prayer. To begin again, turn the mala around and continue from the start again.

Get your set of Carnelian Mala Beads and begin your meditation regiment and reap the rewards that come from the power of Carnelian.

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