Rose Quartz and Mother of Pearl Mala Rose quartz is said to open the heart chakra to all forms of love and is believed to remove fears, resentments and anger. In China, mother of pearl has been prescribed for thousands of years to treat heart palpitations, dizziness and high blood pressure.
Suggested Mantras for this Mala: Aham Prema Om Mani Padme Hum.
How to use a Mala. The number 108 is sacred in Hindu religious tradition. This number comes from multiplying the 12 astrological houses by the 9 planets.The malas also have a guru bead, or a tassel, to remind us of the teachers in our lives. Traditionally the mala is held between the thumb and middle finger, and as each bead is passed, the mantra, or a name of god is said quietly or out loud. This is done until the guru bead is reached, then the mala is reversed and the process goes on until the guru bead is reached again. Repeating mantra is an excellent way of calming the mind and keeping the thought of god in our everyday lives. |
