{"title":"Amulets and Jewelry; Mala's","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe specific kind of beaded necklaces known as mala’s are quite familiair nowadays. Often they are simply worn as jewelry-with-a-spiritual touch, but they have a very ancient and rich history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe earliest known examples of beads used in a spiritual context can be found in India, where Hindu monks moved loose shells, stones, grains or beads from one side to another to support in keeping focus and concentration and keep count of the number of repetitions of mantra’s or prayers during their spiritual practice. Another variation was to tie knots in a piece of cord or rope for that purpose. Around the 8\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century BCE, In India and Nepal, these two variations were combined to stringing the beads on a cord, and thus the mala was born. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eFrom early Hinduism the mala also found its way into Buddhism and eventually its usage spread further into the world in lots of different religions and spiritual traditions. For example; in western Christianity the string of prayer beads is called ‘rosary’ or ‘pater noster cord’ and in the Islam it’s known as ‘mishaba’ or ‘tasbi’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIn different traditions there are of course many variations in the appearance of the prayer beads; for example in how many beads are strung on the cord or from which material the beads are made. Mala’s with a buddhist origin often are made with 108 beads, in many eastern traditions a sacred number with different symbolic meanings. It refers to, for example, the 108 names of Shiva, the 108 different kinds of desire that obscure our human minds or \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe 108 Upanishads, sacred Sanskrit texts sharing wisdom in the last part of the Veda’s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIn this section in our webshop you find a wide range of mala's, from all kinds of different materials. We offer you both brand new ones, waiting for you to start building up their energyfield, and ones that have been used for a long time already, with the intentions of countless mantra's and prayers already stored in their beads. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bodhi-seed-bracelet","title":"Bodhi seed bracelet","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bodhi tree (Ficus Religiosa) is the tree under which Prince Siddharta is said to have received enlightenment and became the Buddha. As such, the tree and its seeds are since considered sacred in many regions.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe seeds of the tree are very helpful in many spiritual practices, since they support in finding inner peace, by enhancing awareness and connection and understanding the true nature of things. They are a symbol of purity of mind, pure faith and enlightenment.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlso, bodhi seeds represent a new beginning, reveal ones possible potentials and support in growing them closer to perfection. Therefore they are also very suitable to keep close to you when starting something new, whether that’s a new business, study or relationship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bodhi seeds used in these bracelets come from Nepal. Bodhi seeds from Nepal are considered of higher value because of the ‘eyes’ they show. These eyes are said to represent the eyes of the Buddha himself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWear a bodhi bracelet on your right hand to have a constant reminder and strong supporter of the path you are on. Or use it in your meditative practices or prayers by holding it in your hand and counting the beads or following the natural veins with your fingers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSince bodhi seeds are of course all natural items, they may vary slightly in size and shape, making every bracelet unique. These bracelets \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecome to us via our friends at Shaman Bazar. They are s\u003c\/span\u003eold per piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf-shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46855980155211,"sku":"2","price":9.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20221212_124240_1.jpg?v=1693219701"},{"product_id":"rudraksha-seed-bracelets","title":"Rudraksha bracelets 5 mukhi","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRudraksha beads are the dried seeds of the Elaeocarpus tree, an evergreen tree that grows in South-East Asia, Nepal and Australia. They are said to first have come on this earth as the crystallized tears from Lord Shiva, when he meditated on compassion for mankind. This is also exactly what the name ‘rudraksha’ means: tears of Shiva.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSince many centuries rudraksha’s are considered very sacred by hinduists and buddhists and are used in many ritualistic and meditative practices.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe seeds are drilled lengthwise, in the same direction they grew on the tree. This way the prana (lifeforce) in the bead stays intact. This energy has very good stabilizing and harmonizing effects on the body and brain activity of the one who wears the beads. They give peace, clarity and direction and protect against negative influences and harmful thoughts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRudraksha seeds vary in size and color, but the most important distinction is made by how many facets or segments can be distinguished on the outside, ranging from 1 to 21. These facets are called mukhi’s and each mukhi has its own meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMost popular is the five-faced rudraksha, which represents Lord Shiva himself. The bracelets we offer you at SeaWolf Shop are made from these five-faced rudraksha beads.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA rudraksha bracelet can be worn on the left hand for protection, or on the right hand to invoke and increase creative and healing energy. It can be worn on daily basis for personal support, but can also be used for example in practices of meditation or prayer, for someone in particular or for the benefit of all living beings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese five-faced rudraksha bracelets come in two different (natural) colors; light or dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e These bracelets \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecome to us via our friends at Shaman Bazar. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThey are sold per piece and you can pick your favorite variety via the selection-menu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf-shop","offers":[{"title":"Dark","offer_id":46863967650123,"sku":"","price":10.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light","offer_id":46863967715659,"sku":"","price":10.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Screenshot_20230831_110848_Instagram.jpg?v=1693473971"},{"product_id":"nepalese-shamanic-rudraksha-necklace-1","title":"Old Nepalese shamanic rudraksha necklace #1","description":"\u003cp\u003eOld shamanic rudraksha necklace. This necklace comes from Nepal and has been worn by a village shaman during many rituals and ceremonies. It is therefore a very much alive piece already and should be welcomed and used by its next owner with the utmost care and respect. This item is surely not meant to be a mere decorational piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this necklace, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rudraksha beads in this necklace have become very dark over time, almost black, which is also said to have increased their power; most rudraksha beads turn naturally darker over time, so the longer they have ripened the darker they have become. And in this ripening process, over time they have gained a lot of natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn this necklace multiple traditional items have been attached; hand carved yak bone pendants, pendants with seeds, cowrie shells and yak teeth and a small bronze bell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso a small iron trident (approximately 19 centimeters length) has been attached; this ancient symbol represents many different forms of trinity. In Hinduism and Buddhism it is known as one of the most important (symbolic) weapons from deities such as Shiva and Durga and used by them to fight all kinds of evil. Also in traditional shamanism the trident can be found, for its association with different, for the shamanic practice very important, forms of trinity; such as the three times (past, present and future), or the trinity of Powers (will, knowledge and action), or the trinity of Creation, Preservation and Destruction. A trident worn or used by a traditional shaman can be considered a symbol of willpower, inner strength and authority. It can be both a powerful, active tool or even weapon for the shaman when performing healing rituals or ceremonies, or can be used as a protective attribute for spaces, locations and of course the shaman himself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal length of this necklace is approximately 130 centimeters (measured only the 'circle' made by the beads, not measured including the pendants). Long necklaces such as these are worn diagonally across the body by Nepalese shamans.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnique item, only one available.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47077186535755,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20231106_135033.jpg?v=1699528323"},{"product_id":"nepalese-shamanic-rudraksha-necklace-2","title":"Old Nepalese shamanic rudraksha necklace #2","description":"\u003cp\u003eOld shamanic rudraksha necklace. This necklace comes from Nepal and has been worn by a village shaman during many rituals and ceremonies. It is therefore a very much alive piece already and should be welcomed and used by its next owner with the utmost care and respect. This item is surely not meant to be a mere decorational piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this necklace, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn total 61 rudraksha beads are used. These beads have become very dark over time, almost black, which is also said to have increased their power; most rudraksha beads turn naturally darker over time, so the longer they have ripened the darker they have become. And in this ripening process, over time they have gained a lot of natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn this necklace, 5 bronze bells have been attached. Their high vibrational sounds help to purify the energy during the ritual by driving away the evil spirits and calling in the helpful ones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal length of this necklace is approximately 82 centimeters. The 5 bells vary slightly in size, with a diameter between 25-30 millimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnique item, only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47077191057739,"sku":"","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20231106_135233.jpg?v=1699528044"},{"product_id":"nepalese-shamanic-rudraksha-necklace-3","title":"Old Nepalese shamanic rudraksha necklace #3","description":"\u003cp\u003eOld shamanic rudraksha necklace. This necklace comes from Nepal and has been worn by a village shaman during many rituals and ceremonies. It is therefore a very much alive piece already and should be welcomed and used by its next owner with the utmost care and respect. This item is surely not meant to be a mere decorational piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis necklace is a so called \"kantha mala\"; a rudraksha mala strung together in a very traditional way with wool and (red) woolen spacers in between the beads. The beads are all strung facing the same position, giving the divine energy the possibility to circulate through each bead, multiplying and increasing by each spiraling movement, and finally coming together as a strong force in the central, 'guru' bead of the necklace from where it enters the body of the one wearing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this mala, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn total 57 beads are used. These beads have become very dark over time, almost black, which is also said to have increased their power; most rudraksha beads turn naturally darker over time, so the longer they have ripened the darker they have become. And in this ripening process, over time they have gained a lot of natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn this mala two items have been attached. There's a brass\/bronze bell, which high vibrational sounds helps to purify the energy during the ritual by driving away the evil spirits and calling in the helpful ones. And there's a small wooden mask, which has been attached to the central, 'guru' bead of the necklace with some sort of clay and a decorated glass bead as stopper. This mask will have served as a spirit house for one of the spirit helpers from the previous owner of this necklace; maybe representing one of his ancestors, or the spirit of the necklace itself. The exact original purpose of this mask is of course only known by the previous owner. For the next owner of this necklace this means that some residue of the energy of this spirit might still be felt in here, and it is of the utmost importancy to consult with this spirit first in a very respectful way before making plans to 'reset' this spirit house for your own purposes. If you feel in need of any advice or tips on how to handle here, of course feel free to contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Total length of this necklace is approximately 90 centimeters (measured only the 'circle' made by the beads, not measured including the pendants).\u003cbr\u003eThe bell has a length of approximately 5 centimeters (measured with the eyelet, but without the tongue). The mask has a size of approximately 9 centimeters length and 6 centimeters width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnique item, only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47077218320715,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20231106_135306.jpg?v=1699528680"},{"product_id":"nepalese-shamanic-rudraksha-necklace-4","title":"Old Nepalese rudraksha mala #4","description":"\u003cp\u003eOlder Nepalese rudraksha mala.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis necklace is a so called \"kantha mala\"; a rudraksha mala strung together in a very traditional way with wool and (red) woolen spacers in between the beads. The beads are all strung facing the same position, giving the divine energy the possibility to circulate through each bead, multiplying and increasing by each spiraling movement, and finally coming together as a strong force in the central, 'guru' bead of the necklace from where it enters the body of the one wearing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this mala, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn total 55 beads are used. Some of the beads have become very dark over time, almost black, which is also said to have increased their power; most rudraksha beads turn naturally darker over time, so the longer they have ripened the darker they have become. And in this ripening process, over time they have gained a lot of natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal length of this necklace is approximately 92 centimeters. Having quite some years of age to it already, it of course shows some signs of its age and previous usage, but overall it is in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47077222809931,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20231106_135532.jpg?v=1699528872"},{"product_id":"vintage-tibetan-yak-bone-mala","title":"Vintage Tibetan yak bone mala","description":"\u003cp\u003eSimple but elegant Tibetan mala's made with 108 beads from yak bone, painted in bright colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese mala's are from vintage origin, and therefore might have little damages and imperfections that come with age and previous usage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese mala's have a length of approximately 76 centimeter. Size of each bead is approximately 10 x 6 millimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo available; coral red and turquoise blue. Sold per piece, you can choose your favorite one (while still available of course) via the selection-menu.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Coral Red","offer_id":47187214369099,"sku":"","price":17.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Turquoise Blue","offer_id":47187214401867,"sku":"","price":17.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/PhotoRoom-20231208_175538.png?v=1702300707"},{"product_id":"tibetan-yak-bone-mala","title":"Yak bone mala","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe specific kind of beaded necklaces known as mala’s are quite familiair nowadays. Often they are simply worn as jewelry-with-a-spiritual touch, but they have a very ancient and rich history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe earliest known examples of beads used in a spiritual context can be found in India, where Hindu monks moved loose shells, stones, grains or beads from one side to another to support in keeping focus and concentration and keep count of the number of repetitions of mantra’s or prayers during their spiritual practice. Another variation was to tie knots in a piece of cord or rope for that purpose. Around the 8\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century BCE, In India and Nepal, these two variations were combined to stringing the beads on a cord, and thus the mala was born. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eFrom early Hinduism the mala also found its way into Buddhism and eventually its usage spread further into the world in lots of different religions and spiritual traditions. For example; in western Christianity the string of prayer beads is called ‘rosary’ or ‘pater noster cord’ and in the Islam it’s known as ‘mishaba’ or ‘tasbi’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIn different traditions there are of course many variations in the appearance of the prayer beads; for example in how many beads are strung on the cord or from which material the beads are made. Mala’s with a buddhist origin often are made with 108 beads, in many eastern traditions a sacred number with different symbolic meanings. It refers to, for example, the 108 names of Shiva, the 108 different kinds of desire that obscure our human minds or \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe 108 Upanishads, sacred Sanskrit texts sharing wisdom in the last part of the Veda’s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThis mala has been made in a traditional Tibetan style, stringing alternately yak bone beads with (faux) gemstone inlay (the little stone chips pressed in a clay base into the hollowed-out yak bone slices) and yak bone beads decorated with a small copper band. Total lenght is approximately 66 centimeters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThis mala has two counters attached to it, which can be used as extra assistance in keeping track of the number of mantra- or prayer recitations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mala comes from Nepal, where it has been recently made. It is overall in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47371673174347,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/PhotoRoom-20240203_115246.png?v=1707132982"},{"product_id":"yak-bone-and-iron-skulls-mala","title":"Vintage Tibetan conch shell mala","description":"\u003cp\u003eVery beautiful old Tibetan mala made with beads from conch shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Tibetan Buddhism the conch shell is one of the eight Auspicious Symbols. One of the characteristics of the Buddha is said to be his deep, resonant voice,  reminding of the sound from a conch shell when being blown like a horn trumpet. The symbol of the conch shell thereby symbolizes the spoken voice of the Buddha, which has the ability to reach every direction of the universe where it fearlessly proclaims the truth of the dharma and calls upon each and everyone to work for the benefit of others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn some regions of Tibet this meaningful symbolism has led to the art of handcarving beads from conch shells. Authentique, old mala's with these beads, such as this beautiful example, are often very heavy (this one weighs 241 grams). After being carved out, the beads are polished to a beautiful shine, which increases over time with the usage of letting the beads run through the fingers while saying mantra's and prayers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this mala in between the conch beads three iron skull beads have been added. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe skull as a symbol is known in a lot of traditions. It can be seen as a symbol of both life and death. So not just the western 'memento mori' meaning, but also the representation of infinite life, the ancestors and the clan which can be found in eastern philosophies. In (Tibetan) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBuddhism the skull also stands as a symbol for the concept of emptiness as a quality of the universe; all events are basically neutral, it is only our human minds that attach meaning to them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e And in Tibetan culture the skull is also a symbol of protection from the Gods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mala consists of 29 conch shell beads with a diameter of approximately 18 millimeters per bead, and three iron skull bead. Total size of this mala is approximately 54 centimeters. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mala is from vintage origin. Therefore it \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emight have little damages and imperfections that come with age and previous usage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47371686838603,"sku":"","price":49.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/PhotoRoom-20240203_115328.png?v=1707133375"},{"product_id":"jade-buddha-mala","title":"Vintage Tibetan jade buddha mala bracelet #1","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeautiful Tibetan mala made with beads from natural brown jade, with a handcarved jade buddha pendant as guru bead. Also all the beads are handcarved; in most of the carvings the face of the buddha can be recognised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMala's such as this one are usually not worn as daily jewelry. Rather they are held in the hand during spiritual practices, where they are used as a supportive tool \u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003ein keeping focus and concentration and to keep count of the number of repetitions of mantra’s or prayers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mala is from vintage origin \u003cspan\u003eand therefore might have little damages and imperfections that come with age and previous usage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizes; approximately 32 centimeter (measured without the pendant and tassel). The buddha pendant is approximately 3 centimeters long and each bead is approximately 18 millimeters high and 15 millimeters wide. Total weight; 100 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47371704631627,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/PhotoRoom-20240203_120034.png?v=1707133561"},{"product_id":"nepalese-shamanic-rudraksha-necklace-5","title":"Vintage Nepalese rudraksha mala #5","description":"\u003cp\u003eNepalese rudraksha mala, from vintage origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis necklace is a so called \"kantha mala\"; a rudraksha mala strung together in a very traditional way with wool and (red) woolen spacers in between the beads. The beads are all strung facing the same position, giving the divine energy the possibility to circulate through each bead, multiplying and increasing by each spiraling movement, and finally coming together as a strong force in the central, 'guru' bead of the necklace from where it enters the body of the one wearing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this mala, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn total 55 beads are used. Some of the beads have become very dark over time, almost black, which is also said to have increased their power; most rudraksha beads turn naturally darker over time, so the longer they have ripened the darker they have become. And in this ripening process, over time they have gained a lot of natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal length of this necklace is approximately 96 centimeters. Being from vintage origin, it of course shows some signs of its age and previous usage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47443293077835,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240224_210626.png?v=1708936395"},{"product_id":"nepalese-shamanic-rudraksha-necklace-6","title":"Old Nepalese shamanic rudraksha necklace #6","description":"\u003cp\u003eOld shamanic rudraksha necklace. This necklace comes from Nepal and has been worn by a village shaman during many rituals and ceremonies. It is therefore a very much alive piece already and should be welcomed and used by its next owner with the utmost care and respect. This item is surely not meant to be a mere decorational piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this necklace, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rudraksha beads in this necklace have become very dark over time, almost black, which is also said to have increased their power; most rudraksha beads turn naturally darker over time, so the longer they have ripened the darker they have become. And in this ripening process, over time they have gained a lot of natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn this necklace multiple traditional items have been attached; hand carved yak bone pendants, pendants with seeds, cowrie shells and yak teeth and a small goat horn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal length of this necklace is approximately 130 centimeters (measured only the 'circle' made by the beads, not measured including the pendants). Long necklaces such as these are worn diagonally across the body by Nepalese shamans.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnique item, only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47443296878923,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240224_211039.png?v=1708936933"},{"product_id":"old-nepalese-shamanic-rudraksha-necklace-7","title":"Old Nepalese shamanic rudraksha necklace #7","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOld shamanic rudraksha necklace. This necklace comes from Nepal and has been worn by a village shaman during many rituals and ceremonies. It is therefore a very much alive piece already and should be welcomed and used by its next owner with the utmost care and respect. This item is surely not meant to be a mere decorational piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this mala, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn total 64 rudraksha beads are used. These beads have become very dark over time, some are even almost black, which is also said to have increased their power; most rudraksha beads turn naturally darker over time, so the longer they have ripened the darker they have become. And in this ripening process, over time they have gained a lot of natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn this mala 5 bronze bells have been attached. Their high vibrational sounds help to purify the energy during the ritual by driving away the evil spirits and calling in the helpful ones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal length of this necklace is approximately 84 centimeters. The 5 bells vary slightly in size, with a diameter between 25-30 millimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnique item, only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47567345385803,"sku":"","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240327_134800.png?v=1711544569"},{"product_id":"old-nepalese-shamanic-rudraksha-necklace-8","title":"Old Nepalese shamanic rudraksha necklace #8","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOld shamanic rudraksha necklace. This necklace comes from Nepal and has been worn by a village shaman during many rituals and ceremonies. It is therefore a very much alive piece already and should be welcomed and used by its next owner with the utmost care and respect. This item is surely not meant to be a mere decorational piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this necklace, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn total 64 rudraksha beads are used. These beads have become very dark over time, some are even almost black, which is also said to have increased their power; most rudraksha beads turn naturally darker over time, so the longer they have ripened the darker they have become. And in this ripening process, over time they have gained a lot of natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn this necklace, 5 bronze bells have been attached, some of which show some nice (remnants of) handmade engravings. Their high vibrational sounds help to purify the energy during the ritual by driving away the evil spirits and calling in the helpful ones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal length of this necklace is approximately 86 centimeters. The 5 bells vary slightly in size, with a diameter between 20-30 millimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnique item, only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47567390802251,"sku":"","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240327_134908.png?v=1711545189"},{"product_id":"old-nepalese-shamanic-rudraksha-necklace-9","title":"Old Nepalese shamanic rudraksha necklace #9","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOld shamanic rudraksha necklace. This necklace comes from Nepal and has been worn by a village shaman during many rituals and ceremonies. It is therefore a very much alive piece already and should be welcomed and used by its next owner with the utmost care and respect. This item is surely not meant to be a mere decorational piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this necklace, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn total 59 rudraksha beads are used. These beads have become very dark over time, some are even almost black, which is also said to have increased their power; most rudraksha beads turn naturally darker over time, so the longer they have ripened the darker they have become. And in this ripening process, over time they have gained a lot of natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn this necklace, 5 bronze bells have been attached, some of which show some nice (remnants of) handmade engravings. Their high vibrational sounds help to purify the energy during the ritual by driving away the evil spirits and calling in the helpful ones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal length of this necklace is approximately 94 centimeters. The 5 bells vary slightly in size, with a diameter between 25-35 millimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnique item, only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47567401746763,"sku":"","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240327_135024.png?v=1711545390"},{"product_id":"old-nepalese-shamanic-rudraksha-necklace-10","title":"Old Nepalese shamanic rudraksha necklace #10","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOld shamanic rudraksha necklace. This necklace comes from Nepal and has been worn by a village shaman during many rituals and ceremonies. It is therefore a very much alive piece already and should be welcomed and used by its next owner with the utmost care and respect. This item is surely not meant to be a mere decorational piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this necklace, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn total 64 rudraksha beads are used. These beads have become very dark over time, some are even almost black, which is also said to have increased their power; most rudraksha beads turn naturally darker over time, so the longer they have ripened the darker they have become. And in this ripening process, over time they have gained a lot of natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn this necklace, 5 bronze bells have been attached, some of which show some nice (remnants of) handmade engravings. Their high vibrational sounds help to purify the energy during the ritual by driving away the evil spirits and calling in the helpful ones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal length of this necklace is approximately 90 centimeters. The 5 bells vary slightly in size, with a diameter between 25-30 millimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnique item, only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47567410397515,"sku":"","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240327_135208.png?v=1711545576"},{"product_id":"old-nepalese-shamanic-rudraksha-necklace-11","title":"Old Nepalese shamanic rudraksha necklace #11","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOld shamanic rudraksha necklace. This necklace comes from Nepal and has been worn by a village shaman during many rituals and ceremonies. It is therefore a very much alive piece already and should be welcomed and used by its next owner with the utmost care and respect. This item is surely not meant to be a mere decorational piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this necklace, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn total 60 rudraksha beads are used. These beads have become very dark over time, some are even almost black, which is also said to have increased their power; most rudraksha beads turn naturally darker over time, so the longer they have ripened the darker they have become. And in this ripening process, over time they have gained a lot of natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn this necklace, 5 bronze bells have been attached, some of which show some nice (remnants of) handmade engravings. Their high vibrational sounds help to purify the energy during the ritual by driving away the evil spirits and calling in the helpful ones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal length of this necklace is approximately 96 centimeters. The 5 bells vary slightly in size, with a diameter between 25-30 millimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47567417606475,"sku":"","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240327_135407.png?v=1711545765"},{"product_id":"old-nepalese-shamanic-rudraksha-necklace-12","title":"Old Nepalese shamanic rudraksha necklace #12","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOld shamanic rudraksha necklace. This necklace comes from Nepal and has been worn by a village shaman during many rituals and ceremonies. It is therefore a very much alive piece already and should be welcomed and used by its next owner with the utmost care and respect. This item is surely not meant to be a mere decorational piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this necklace, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe rudraksha beads in this necklace have become very dark over time, almost black, which is also said to have increased their power; most rudraksha beads turn naturally darker over time, so the longer they have ripened the darker they have become. And in this ripening process, over time they have gained a lot of natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn this necklace multiple traditional items have been attached; hand carved yak bone pendants, pendants with seeds, a shell and yak teeth, a small goat horn and a chicken leg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal length of this necklace is approximately 130 centimeters (measured only the 'circle' made by the beads, not measured including the pendants). Long necklaces such as these are worn diagonally across the body by Nepalese shamans.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnique item, only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47567526068555,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240327_143221.png?v=1711547316"},{"product_id":"old-nepalese-shamanic-rudraksha-necklace-13","title":"Old Nepalese shamanic rudraksha necklace #13","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOld shamanic rudraksha necklace. This necklace comes from Nepal and has been worn by a village shaman during many rituals and ceremonies. It is therefore a very much alive piece already and should be welcomed and used by its next owner with the utmost care and respect. This item is surely not meant to be a mere decorational piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this necklace, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe rudraksha beads in this necklace have become very dark over time, almost black, which is also said to have increased their power; most rudraksha beads turn naturally darker over time, so the longer they have ripened the darker they have become. And in this ripening process, over time they have gained a lot of natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn this necklace multiple traditional items have been attached; hand carved yak bone pendants, pendants with seeds, a shell and yak teeth, a small goat horn and a bronze amuletcoin. Due to its age and previous usage, some damages have occurred to this necklace; as can ben seen on the pictures, some of the pendants have gone missing over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal length of this necklace is approximately 130 centimeters (measured only the 'circle' made by the beads, not measured including the pendants). Long necklaces such as these are worn diagonally across the body by Nepalese shamans.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnique item, only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47567544582475,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/Photoroom-20240327_143806.png?v=1711547635"},{"product_id":"agarwood-rosary","title":"Agarwood mala","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe specific kind of beaded necklaces known as mala’s are quite familiair nowadays. Often they are simply worn as jewelry-with-a-spiritual touch, but they have a very ancient and rich history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe earliest known examples of beads used in a spiritual context can be found in India, where Hindu monks moved loose shells, stones, grains or beads from one side to another to support in keeping focus and concentration and keep count of the number of repetitions of mantra’s or prayers during their spiritual practice. Another variation was to tie knots in a piece of cord or rope for that purpose. Around the 8\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century BCE, In India and Nepal, these two variations were combined to stringing the beads on a cord, and thus the mala was born. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eFrom early Hinduism the mala also found its way into Buddhism and eventually its usage spread further into the world in lots of different religions and spiritual traditions. For example; in western Christianity the string of prayer beads is called ‘rosary’ or ‘pater noster cord’ and in the Islam it’s known as ‘mishaba’ or ‘tasbi’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eIn different traditions there are of course many variations in the appearance of the prayer beads; for example in how many beads are strung on the cord or from which material the beads are made. Mala’s with a buddhist origin often are made with 108 beads, in many eastern traditions a sacred number with different symbolic meanings. It refers to, for example, the 108 names of Shiva, the 108 different kinds of desire that obscure our human minds or \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe 108 Upanishads, sacred Sanskrit texts sharing wisdom in the last part of the Veda’s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThese mala’s here in our shop are made with 108 beads from Vietnamese agarwood, also known as oudh, scarlet tree or eagle tree. Properties that are attributed to this slightly aromatic kind of wood (the smell is subtle, sweet and spicy and reminds somewhat of leather) are for example; it calms the nervous system and facilitates transition to the afterlife. Also in christianity, especially catholicism, agarwood has a special meaning. Here it is associated with the Virgin Mary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe beads are strung on a brown, elastic cord, which makes it also easy to wear them for example as bracelet. Total length of the mala is approximately 60 centimeters (measured not stretched). Each bead has a diameter of approximately 6 millimeters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThese mala's come to us via our friends at Shaman Bazar. They come with a certificate of origin, confirming the authenticity of the agarwood beads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50411439817035,"sku":"","price":10.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20240918-131043.jpg?v=1726658226"},{"product_id":"sandalwood-rosary","title":"Sandalwood mala","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe specific kind of beaded necklaces known as mala’s are quite familiair nowadays. Often they are simply worn as jewelry-with-a-spiritual touch, but they have a very ancient and rich history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe earliest known examples of beads used in a spiritual context can be found in India, where Hindu monks moved loose shells, stones, grains or beads from one side to another to support in keeping focus and concentration and keep count of the number of repetitions of mantra’s or prayers during their spiritual practice. Another variation was to tie knots in a piece of cord or rope for that purpose. Around the 8\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century BCE, In India and Nepal, these two variations were combined to stringing the beads on a cord, and thus the mala was born. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eFrom early Hinduism the mala also found its way into Buddhism and eventually its usage spread further into the world in lots of different religions and spiritual traditions. For example; in western Christianity the string of prayer beads is called ‘rosary’ or ‘pater noster cord’ and in the Islam it’s known as ‘mishaba’ or ‘tasbi’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIn different traditions there are of course many variations in the appearance of the prayer beads; for example in how many beads are strung on the cord or from which material the beads are made. Mala’s with a buddhist origin often are made with 108 beads, in many eastern traditions a sacred number with different symbolic meanings. It refers to, for example, the 108 names of Shiva, the 108 different kinds of desire that obscure our human minds or \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe 108 Upanishads, sacred Sanskrit texts sharing wisdom in the last part of the Veda’s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThese mala’s here in our shop are made with 108 beads from natural wood from the sandalwood family; in Nepal this wood is named “Green Santal’ to distinguish it from the endangered and nowadays also protected red sandalwood. The beads are strung on a brown, elastic cord, which makes it also easy to wear them for example as bracelet. Total length of the mala is approximately 58 centimeters (measured not stretched).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eBeneath the central guru bead a silver colored dorje-pendant is attached, a symbol widespread in Hinduism and Buddhism, \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esymbolizing the true nature of the universe and reality; the endless, ultimate emptiness in which all possibilities exist. The dorje supports in 'cutting through the crap of the mind', finding a clear path through the diversions of the 'monkey-mind' and ego-chatter, seeing what's real and what's not. The dorje is said to destroy all kinds of ignorance and in this way helps in gaining true insights. The dorje pendant is approximately 17 millimeters wide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThese mala's come to us via our friends at Shaman Bazar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50411462197579,"sku":"","price":10.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20240918-131949.jpg?v=1726658519"},{"product_id":"old-nepalese-shamanic-rudraksha-necklace-14","title":"Vintage Nepalese shamanic rudraksha necklace #14","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVintage shamanic rudraksha necklace from Nepal. Has been used in ceremony before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this necklace, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn total 55 rudraksha beads are used. Some of the beads have become very dark over time, which is also said to have increased their power; most rudraksha beads turn naturally darker over time, so the longer they have ripened the darker they have become. And in this ripening process, over time they have gained a lot of natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn this necklace, a bronze bell has been attached, with some nice handmade engravings. Its high vibrational sounds help to purify the energy during the ritual by driving away the evil spirits and calling in the helpful ones. This bell has a diameter of approximately 3 centimeters (measured without the eyelet)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal length of this necklace is approximately 92 centimeters. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnique item, only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50429888758091,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20240920-162306.jpg?v=1726842307"},{"product_id":"old-nepalese-shamanic-rudraksha-necklace-15","title":"Vintage Nepalese shamanic rudraksha necklace #15","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVintage shamanic rudraksha necklace from Nepal. Has been used in ceremony before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this necklace, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn total 54 rudraksha beads are used. Some of the beads have become very dark over time, which is also said to have increased their power; most rudraksha beads turn naturally darker over time, so the longer they have ripened the darker they have become. And in this ripening process, over time they have gained a lot of natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn this necklace, a bronze bell \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ewith an iron clapper \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ehas been attached. Its high vibrational sounds help to purify the energy during the ritual by driving away the evil spirits and calling in the helpful ones. This bell has a length of approximately 3,5 centimeters (measured including the eyelet).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal length of this necklace is approximately 84 centimeters. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnique item, only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50429947117899,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20240920-162744.jpg?v=1726842671"},{"product_id":"old-nepalese-shamanic-rudraksha-necklace-16","title":"Vintage Nepalese shamanic rudraksha necklace #16","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVintage shamanic rudraksha necklace from Nepal. Has been used in ceremony before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this necklace, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn total 54 rudraksha beads are used. Some of the beads have become very dark over time, which is also said to have increased their power; most rudraksha beads turn naturally darker over time, so the longer they have ripened the darker they have become. And in this ripening process, over time they have gained a lot of natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn this necklace, a bronze bell \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ehas been attached, with some nice handmade engravings. Its high vibrational sounds help to purify the energy during the ritual by driving away the evil spirits and calling in the helpful ones. This bell has a diameter of approximately 3,5 centimeters (measured without the eyelet).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal length of this necklace is approximately 88 centimeters. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnique item, only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50429987389771,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20240920-163154.jpg?v=1726842800"},{"product_id":"sandelwood-mala","title":"Vintage Tibetan sandelwood mala","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe specific kind of beaded necklaces known as mala’s are quite familiair nowadays. Often they are simply worn as jewelry-with-a-spiritual touch, but they have a very ancient and rich history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe earliest known examples of beads used in a spiritual context can be found in India, where Hindu monks moved loose shells, stones, grains or beads from one side to another to support in keeping focus and concentration and keep count of the number of repetitions of mantra’s or prayers during their spiritual practice. Another variation was to tie knots in a piece of cord or rope for that purpose. Around the 8\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century BCE, In India and Nepal, these two variations were combined to stringing the beads on a cord, and thus the mala was born. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eFrom early Hinduism the mala also found its way into Buddhism and eventually its usage spread further into the world in lots of different religions and spiritual traditions. For example; in western Christianity the string of prayer beads is called ‘rosary’ or ‘pater noster cord’ and in the Islam it’s known as ‘mishaba’ or ‘tasbi’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIn different traditions there are of course many variations in the appearance of the prayer beads; for example in how many beads are strung on the cord or from which material the beads are made. Mala’s with a buddhist origin often are made with 108 beads, in many eastern traditions a sacred number with different symbolic meanings. It refers to, for example, the 108 names of Shiva, the 108 different kinds of desire that obscure our human minds or \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe 108 Upanishads, sacred Sanskrit texts sharing wisdom in the last part of the Veda’s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThis mala here in our shop is made with 108 beads from natural wood from a not-endangered and not-protected species of the sandalwood family. Each bead has a diameter of approximately 7 millimeters. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe beads are strung on a yellow cotton cord, ending in a small tassel at the guru bead. Total length of the mala is approximately 72 centimeters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThis mala is from vintage origin and might therefore show some signs of age and previous usage, but overall it is in good condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50501626331467,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20241001-141958.jpg?v=1727785723"},{"product_id":"bodhi-seed-mala","title":"Vintage Tibetan bodhi seed mala","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe specific kind of beaded necklaces known as mala’s are quite familiair nowadays. Often they are simply worn as jewelry-with-a-spiritual touch, but they have a very ancient and rich history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe earliest known examples of beads used in a spiritual context can be found in India, where Hindu monks moved loose shells, stones, grains or beads from one side to another to support in keeping focus and concentration and keep count of the number of repetitions of mantra’s or prayers during their spiritual practice. Another variation was to tie knots in a piece of cord or rope for that purpose. Around the 8\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century BCE, In India and Nepal, these two variations were combined to stringing the beads on a cord, and thus the mala was born. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eFrom early Hinduism the mala also found its way into Buddhism and eventually its usage spread further into the world in lots of different religions and spiritual traditions. For example; in western Christianity the string of prayer beads is called ‘rosary’ or ‘pater noster cord’ and in the Islam it’s known as ‘mishaba’ or ‘tasbi’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIn different traditions there are of course many variations in the appearance of the prayer beads; for example in how many beads are strung on the cord or from which material the beads are made. Mala’s with a buddhist origin often are made with 108 beads, in many eastern traditions a sacred number with different symbolic meanings. It refers to, for example, the 108 names of Shiva, the 108 different kinds of desire that obscure our human minds or \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe 108 Upanishads, sacred Sanskrit texts sharing wisdom in the last part of the Veda’s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThis mala is made with seed-beads from the bodhi tree \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e(Ficus Religiosa); \u003c\/span\u003ethe tree under which Prince Siddharta is said to have received enlightenment and became the Buddha. As such, the tree and its seeds are since considered sacred in many regions.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe seeds of the tree are very helpful in many spiritual practices, since they support in finding inner peace, by enhancing awareness and connection and understanding the true nature of things. They are a symbol of purity of mind, pure faith and enlightenment.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlso, bodhi seeds represent a new beginning, reveal ones possible potentials and support in growing them closer to perfection. Therefore they are also very suitable to keep close to you when starting something new, whether that’s a new business, study or relationship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bodhi seeds used in this mala each have a diameter of approximately 1 centimeters. They have been polished to a smooth look and feel. The beads have been strung on red cotton cord, which ends in a small tassel at the guru bead in the center. Total size of this necklace is approximately 102 centimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note; this mala is from vintage origin. It might therefore show some signs of its age and previous usage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50501662310731,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20241001-142054.jpg?v=1727785935"},{"product_id":"vaijanti-mala","title":"Vintage Tibetan vaijanti mala","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe specific kind of beaded necklaces known as mala’s are quite familiair nowadays. Often they are simply worn as jewelry-with-a-spiritual touch, but they have a very ancient and rich history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe earliest known examples of beads used in a spiritual context can be found in India, where Hindu monks moved loose shells, stones, grains or beads from one side to another to support in keeping focus and concentration and keep count of the number of repetitions of mantra’s or prayers during their spiritual practice. Another variation was to tie knots in a piece of cord or rope for that purpose. Around the 8\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century BCE, In India and Nepal, these two variations were combined to stringing the beads on a cord, and thus the mala was born. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eFrom early Hinduism the mala also found its way into Buddhism and eventually its usage spread further into the world in lots of different religions and spiritual traditions. For example; in western Christianity the string of prayer beads is called ‘rosary’ or ‘pater noster cord’ and in the Islam it’s known as ‘mishaba’ or ‘tasbi’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eIn different traditions there are of course many variations in the appearance of the prayer beads; for example in how many beads are strung on the cord or from which material the beads are made. Mala’s with a buddhist origin often are made with 108 beads, in many eastern traditions a sacred number with different symbolic meanings. It refers to, for example, the 108 names of Shiva, the 108 different kinds of desire that obscure our human minds or \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe 108 Upanishads, sacred Sanskrit texts sharing wisdom in the last part of the Veda’s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThis mala is made with 108 beads from vaijanti seeds. These seeds come from the vaijanti flower a.k.a. 'coral bead plant' and have (when dried) a natural silvery grey-white color. The seeds are considered sacred especially in Hindu tradition, where they are associated with Lord Vishnu and Lord Krishna. They represent Lord Krishna's omnipotence and triumph over evil forces; 'vaijanti' can roughly be translated as 'triumphant victory'.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eAlso the seeds are highly revered for their spiritual-energetic dynamics. To name only a few: t\u003cspan\u003eheir unique energy is said to stimulate the 3rd chakra, promoting intuition and inner vision. They have a calming effect on the mind, reducing stress, anxiety, and restlessness. And meditating with a vaijayanti mala can \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eaid in aligning the mind, body, and soul, thus \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003efacilitating a deeper spiritual experience and spiritual growth. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eEach bead has a diameter of approximately 8-10 millimeters. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe beads are strung on a white cotton cord, ending in a small red tassel at the guru bead. The guru bead is a 5 mukhi rudraksha bead with a diameter of approximately 12 millimeters. Total length of the mala is approximately 94 centimeters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThis mala is from vintage origin and might therefore show some signs of age and previous usage, but overall it is in good condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50501710184779,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20241001-142233.jpg?v=1727786164"},{"product_id":"star-and-moon-bodhi-mala","title":"Vintage Tibetan moon and stars bodhi and brown agate mala","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe specific kind of beaded necklaces known as mala’s are quite familiair nowadays. Often they are simply worn as jewelry-with-a-spiritual touch, but they have a very ancient and rich history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe earliest known examples of beads used in a spiritual context can be found in India, where Hindu monks moved loose shells, stones, grains or beads from one side to another to support in keeping focus and concentration and keep count of the number of repetitions of mantra’s or prayers during their spiritual practice. Another variation was to tie knots in a piece of cord or rope for that purpose. Around the 8\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century BCE, In India and Nepal, these two variations were combined to stringing the beads on a cord, and thus the mala was born. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eFrom early Hinduism the mala also found its way into Buddhism and eventually its usage spread further into the world in lots of different religions and spiritual traditions. For example; in western Christianity the string of prayer beads is called ‘rosary’ or ‘pater noster cord’ and in the Islam it’s known as ‘mishaba’ or ‘tasbi’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIn different traditions there are of course many variations in the appearance of the prayer beads; for example in how many beads are strung on the cord or from which material the beads are made. Mala’s with a buddhist origin often are made with 108 beads, in many eastern traditions a sacred number with different symbolic meanings. It refers to, for example, the 108 names of Shiva, the 108 different kinds of desire that obscure our human minds or the 108 Upanishads, sacred Sanskrit texts sharing wisdom in the last part of the Veda’s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThis mala is made with seed-beads that are known under the name 'Moon and Stars bodhi', but actually they come from the Asian rattan species calamus jenkinsianus. The seeds, when properly dried and polished show a unique pattern of one circular shaped dent surrounded by many small dots, resembling the appearance of the moon surrounded by the stars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoon and Stars bodhi beads symbolize the attainment of enlightenment, protection from evil, wisdom enhancement, and the removal of worries. They are revered in Buddhism for their association with self-cultivation, protection, mental clarity, and the aspiration to benefit all beings. Wearing these beads is believed to help practitioners avoid obstacles and difficulties on their spiritual path. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this mala, the Moon and Stars bodhi seads have been combined with beads of agate, in a transparant dark-brown color with some white accents. There are many different energetic-spiritual dynamics attributed to agate, but in mala's such as these it is added especially for its grounding, stabilizing and calming properties. It helps to attain mental and emotional stability and an overall feeling of peace and safety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads used in this mala each have a diameter of approximately 8 millimeters and have been strung on beige cotton cord. Total size of this necklace is approximately 80 centimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note; this mala is from vintage origin. It might therefore show some signs of its age and previous usage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50501747147083,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20241001-142140.jpg?v=1727786442"},{"product_id":"karungali-mala","title":"Vintage Tibetan karungali mala","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe specific kind of beaded necklaces known as mala’s are quite familiair nowadays. Often they are simply worn as jewelry-with-a-spiritual touch, but they have a very ancient and rich history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe earliest known examples of beads used in a spiritual context can be found in India, where Hindu monks moved loose shells, stones, grains or beads from one side to another to support in keeping focus and concentration and keep count of the number of repetitions of mantra’s or prayers during their spiritual practice. Another variation was to tie knots in a piece of cord or rope for that purpose. Around the 8\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century BCE, In India and Nepal, these two variations were combined to stringing the beads on a cord, and thus the mala was born. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eFrom early Hinduism the mala also found its way into Buddhism and eventually its usage spread further into the world in lots of different religions and spiritual traditions. For example; in western Christianity the string of prayer beads is called ‘rosary’ or ‘pater noster cord’ and in the Islam it’s known as ‘mishaba’ or ‘tasbi’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIn different traditions there are of course many variations in the appearance of the prayer beads; for example in how many beads are strung on the cord or from which material the beads are made. Mala’s with a buddhist origin often are made with 108 beads, in many eastern traditions a sacred number with different symbolic meanings. It refers to, for example, the 108 names of Shiva, the 108 different kinds of desire that obscure our human minds or \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe 108 Upanishads, sacred Sanskrit texts sharing wisdom in the last part of the Veda’s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThis mala is made with 108 beads from a specific kind of black ebony wood known as 'karungali'. Its spiritual-energetic dynamics are often described as being kind of 'electric-magnetic'; it is said to be a strong receptor and conduit for 'heavenly lightning', attracting all kinds of positive flow into your life, working especially in the fields of career, business, finances and economic and material stability. And while attracting these positive flows, on the other hand it supports in diminishing, clearing and removing all kinds of blockages and obstacles (both external and internal) that would otherwise prevent such a good flow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThis mala is from vintage origin and might therefore show some signs of age and previous usage, but overall it is in good condition. \u003c\/span\u003eEach bead has a diameter of approximately 8 millimeters. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eTotal length of the mala is approximately 70 centimeters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50501819367755,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20241001-141916.jpg?v=1727786915"},{"product_id":"rosewood-mala-bracelet","title":"Vintage Tibetan rosewood mala bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage Tibetan mala bracelet made with smoothly polished, reddish-brown rosewood beads. Rosewood is a beloved material in many spiritual traditions. In Hinduism and Buddhism it is said to enhance calmness and concentration and increase spiritual connection during prayer and meditation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads used in this mala bracelet have a diameter of approximately 7 millimeters. They are strung on red elastic cord and the bracelet has been decorated with a shiny yellow tassel. Total size of the bracelet is approximately 18 centimeters (measured in a not-stretched position).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bracelet is from vintage origin and might therefore show some signs of its age and previous usage, but overall it is in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50501881790795,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20241001-142332.jpg?v=1727787233"},{"product_id":"dragon-eye-bodhi-mala-bracelet","title":"Vintage Tibetan phoenix eye bodhi mala bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage Tibetan mala bracelet made with a specific kind of bodhi seeds known as 'phoenix eye bodhi', referring to the eye-shaped pattern on each bead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe phoenix eye bodhi seeds are considered the 'wisest' of all bodhi seeds and represent the embodiment of boddhicita (enlightenment). They have the ability to enhance one's individual wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach bead used in this mala bracelet is approximately 12x9 millimeters. They are strung on yellow macrame cord, which closes beneath the guru bead with a sliding knot, making this bracelet adjustable between approximately 20 - 24 centimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bracelet is from vintage origin and might therefore show some signs of its age and previous usage, but overall it is in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50501906628939,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20241001-142404.jpg?v=1727787627"},{"product_id":"sandelwood-mala-bracelet","title":"Vintage Tibetan sandelwood mala bracelet, crafting project","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eVintage Tibetan mala bracelet, made with natural wooden beads from a not-endangered and not-protected species of the sandalwood family. Each bead has a diameter of approximately 7 millimeters and the total size of the bracelet is approximately 19 centimeters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003ePlease note: the elastic cord on which the beads have been strung is not in good condition anymore. It will be better to take off the beads and string them on a new cord (or of course to use them in one of your own personal crafting projects). Therefore the price for this bracelet is a bit lower.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50502009192779,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20241001-142319.jpg?v=1727787902"},{"product_id":"wooden-mala-bracelet","title":"Vintage Tibetan wooden mala bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003eSimple mala bracelet made with alternating oval and round wooden beads strung on white elastic cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize of the round beads is approximately 1 centimeter diameter, the oval beads are approximately 17 x 12 centimeters. Total length is approximately 18 centimeters (measured not-stretched)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one available. From vintage origin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50502040420683,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20241001-142339.jpg?v=1727788028"},{"product_id":"old-nepalese-shamanic-rudraksha-necklace-17","title":"Vintage Nepalese shamanic rudraksha necklace #17","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVintage shamanic rudraksha necklace from Nepal. Has been used in ceremony before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this necklace, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn total 54 rudraksha beads, with a diameter of approximately 15 millimeters each, are used. These beads have become very dark over time, some are even almost black, which is also said to have increased their power; most rudraksha beads turn naturally darker over time, so the longer they have ripened the darker they have become. And in this ripening process, over time they have gained a lot of natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn this necklace, two small phurba pendants handcarved from yak bone have been attached. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe phurba is a ritual triangular knife common in vast territories of Asia, including India, Pakistan, Nepal, Tibet and Mongolia. Read all about the phurba's usage, design and symbolism in the description of our webshop collection \"Ritual Attributes; Phurba's\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese phurba pendants show a depiction of a human skull at the pommel, a symbol very prominent in Himalayan regions influenced by Tibetan buddhism. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eOn the one hand it can be said that the symbol of the skull (of course) refers to death; it is a powerful reminder of the fact that all our lives will simply end one day. The symbol of the skull is thus used in all kinds of meditative practices to contemplate on this inevitabilty and also on the other side of this medal; how important it is to live your life in the best possible and most compassionate of ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eOn a more metaphorical level, contemplating on the image of the skull also is \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ea powerful practice in cutting through the bonds with one's own ego and the identification with the physical body. It takes us to the limits o\u003c\/span\u003ef human knowledge and helps to gain insight in the buddhist concept of 'Emptiness', which doesn't mean 'nothing-ness', but actually quite on the contrary refers to the true nature of the universe and reality; the endless, ultimate emptiness in which all possibilities exist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eHuman skulls are also very prominent in the iconography around a lot of the 'wrathful' deities in Tibetan Buddhism and Hinduism. Wrathful deities are the fierce, forceful aspects or manifestations of Buddhas, Bodhisattvas or Devas.\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThey are often portrait \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eas terrifying, demonic looking beings adorned with human skulls or bone ornaments and ritual weapons. In this setting, the human skulls symbolize all the poisonous delusions and limiting mental beliefs that need to be overcome on the path to enlightenment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach phurba pendant is approximately 6 centimeters long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlso a bronze bell has been added to the necklace. Its high vibrational sounds help to purify the energy during the ritual by driving away the evil spirits and calling in the helpful ones. This bell has a diameter of approximately 3,5 centimeters and a height of approximately 4,5 centimeters (measured without the eyelet).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal length of this necklace is approximately 88 centimeters. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnique item, only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50760527642955,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20241105-142318.jpg?v=1730817086"},{"product_id":"old-nepalese-rita-mala","title":"Vintage Nepalese rita mala","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage mala necklaces from Nepal, made with a specific kind of black seed-beads, known in Nepal as 'rita' and in India as 'chirmi' or 'ratti'. These seeds are found in the forests of the Indian Aravali mountains. They are associated with the goddess Kali and worn for protection against bad luck, negative influences, malignant forces and black magic. Also they are associated with Maha Laxmi, the goddess of wealth. It is said she likes to stay near to these beads and therefore rita beads are kept in wallets, lockers, cash boxes and hand bags to attract financial prosperity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rita beads used in these mala's are between 10-15 millimeters diameter. Total length of the necklaces is between 130-136 centimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiple ones available, with the beads strung on red or white cotton cord. You can choose your favorite cord-color via the selection-menu, from there we will handpick the exact one for you at random. Please note: \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThese mala's are from vintage origin; they show signs of their age and previous usage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"White cord","offer_id":50760846147915,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Red cord","offer_id":50760846180683,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20241105-142540.jpg?v=1730818347"},{"product_id":"old-nepalese-rita-bracelet","title":"Vintage Nepalese rita mala bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage mala bracelets from Nepal, made with a specific kind of black seed-beads, known in Nepal as 'rita' and in India as 'chirmi' or 'ratti'. These seeds are found in the forests of the Indian Aravali mountains. They are associated with the goddess Kali and worn for protection against bad luck, negative influences, malignant forces and black magic. Also they are associated with Maha Laxmi, the goddess of wealth. It is said she likes to stay near to these beads and therefore rita beads are kept in wallets, lockers, cash boxes and hand bags to attract financial prosperity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rita beads used in these bracelets are between 13-15 millimeters diameter. They are strung on yellow and red macrame-cord, which closes with a sliding knot, so they can be adjusted to your personal size. The bracelets have a circumference of approximately 20 centimeters, measured the smallest possible size. So a few centimeters can be added here by using the sliding knots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiple ones available, we will handpick the exact one for you at random. Please note: \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThese bracelets are from vintage origin; they show signs of their age and previous usage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50760854503755,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20241105-142047.jpg?v=1730818898"},{"product_id":"iron-skull-mala","title":"Vintage bronze skull mala","description":"\u003cp\u003eVery nice vintage Nepalese mala's. Made with 108 bronze beads in the shape of human skulls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eThe skull as a symbol can be found in religions and spiritual traditions all over the world, but nowhere is it more prominent or has a more complex and deep symbolism than in the Himalayan regions influenced by Tibetan buddhism. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eOn the one hand it can be said that the symbol of the skull (of course) refers to death; it is a powerful reminder of the fact that all our lives will simply end one day. The symbol of the skull is thus used in all kinds of meditative practices to contemplate on this inevitabilty and also on the other side of this medal; how important it is to live your life in the best possible and most compassionate of ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eOn a more metaphorical level, contemplating on the image of the skull also is \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ea powerful practice in cutting through the bonds with one's own ego and the identification with the physical body. It takes us to the limits o\u003c\/span\u003ef human knowledge and helps to gain insight in the buddhist concept of 'Emptiness', which doesn't mean 'nothing-ness', but actually quite on the contrary refers to the true nature of the universe and reality; the endless, ultimate emptiness in which all possibilities exist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eHuman skulls are also very prominent in the iconography around a lot of the 'wrathful' deities in Tibetan Buddhism and Hinduism. Wrathful deities are the fierce, forceful aspects or manifestations of Buddhas, Bodhisattvas or Devas.\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThey are often portrait \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eas terrifying, demonic looking beings adorned with human skulls or bone ornaments and ritual weapons. In this setting, the human skulls symbolize all the poisonous delusions and limiting mental beliefs that need to be overcome on the path to enlightenment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eLooking at the above mentioned symbolism, there can be two main usages distinguished for such a mala; on the one hand, it can be used while meditating or contemplating on themes such as \u003cspan\u003edeath, impermanence and the limits of human knowledge. On the other hand, they are associated with the practices connected to wrathful deities.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach bead has a diameter of approximately 8 millimeters. The beads are strung on black nylon cord. Total lenght of each mala is approximately 86 centimeters. Weight approximately 158 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo mala's available. We will handpick one at random for you. These mala's are from vintage origin and might therefore show some signs of their age and previous usage. But overall, they are in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51041804190027,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20250104-151856.jpg?v=1736000563"},{"product_id":"jade-buddha-mala-1","title":"Vintage Tibetan jade buddha mala bracelet #2","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeautiful vintage Tibetan mala made with beads from natural yellow-brown jade, with a handcarved jade buddha pendant as guru bead. Also all the beads are handcarved; in most of the carvings the face of the buddha can be recognised. Some of the beads are almost semi-transparant when held up to the light, other ones are more milky clouded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMala's such as this one are usually not worn as daily jewelry. Rather they are held in the hand during spiritual practices, where they are used as a supportive tool \u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003ein keeping focus and concentration and to keep count of the number of repetitions of mantra’s or prayers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mala is from vintage origin \u003cspan\u003eand therefore might have little damages and imperfections that come with age and previous usage. The red silk tassel is the most obvious example of this; this one is not in great condition anymore. But (more important); the beads and buddha-pendant are overall in good condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizes; approximately 26 centimeter (measured without the pendant and tassel). The buddha pendant is approximately 25 millimeters long and each bead measures approximately 13-15 millimeters. The beads are strung on brown cord. Total weight; 99 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51065871630667,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20250109-144244.jpg?v=1736430394"},{"product_id":"nepalese-iron-skull-mala","title":"Nepalese iron skull mala","description":"\u003cp\u003eVery beautiful, recently made, Nepalese mala's. Heavy weight; these are made with 108 iron beads in the shape of human skulls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eThe skull as a symbol can be found in religions and spiritual traditions all over the world, but nowhere is it more prominent or has a more complex and deep symbolism than in the Himalayan regions influenced by Tibetan buddhism. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eOn the one hand it can be said that the symbol of the skull (of course) refers to death; it is a powerful reminder of the fact that all our lives will simply end one day. The symbol of the skull is thus used in all kinds of meditative practices to contemplate on this inevitabilty and also on the other side of this medal; how important it is to live your life in the best possible and most compassionate of ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eOn a more metaphorical level, contemplating on the image of the skull also is \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ea powerful practice in cutting through the bonds with one's own ego and the identification with the physical body. It takes us to the limits o\u003c\/span\u003ef human knowledge and helps to gain insight in the buddhist concept of 'Emptiness', which doesn't mean 'nothing-ness', but actually quite on the contrary refers to the true nature of the universe and reality; the endless, ultimate emptiness in which all possibilities exist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eHuman skulls are also very prominent in the iconography around a lot of the 'wrathful' deities in Tibetan Buddhism and Hinduism. Wrathful deities are the fierce, forceful aspects or manifestations of Buddhas, Bodhisattvas or Devas.\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThey are often portrait \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eas terrifying, demonic looking beings adorned with human skulls or bone ornaments and ritual weapons. In this setting, the human skulls symbolize all the poisonous delusions and limiting mental beliefs that need to be overcome on the path to enlightenment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eLooking at the above mentioned symbolism, there can be two main usages distinguished for such a mala; on the one hand, it can be used while meditating or contemplating on themes such as \u003cspan\u003edeath, impermanence and the limits of human knowledge. On the other hand, they are associated with the practices connected to wrathful deities.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach bead has a diameter of approximately 10 millimeters. The beads are strung on durable black nylon cord. Of course, consisting of iron beads, these mala's are quite heavy; they weigh approximately 680-700 grams each. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo mala's available. Similar in appearance, only with a slight difference in weight. We will handpick one at random for you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51148925108555,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20250124-135937.jpg?v=1737723769"},{"product_id":"citipati-bone-carved-mala","title":"Vintage Nepalese yak bone skull mala","description":"\u003cp\u003eVery beautiful vintage Nepalese mala, made with 108 beads (+ 1 guru bead) from yak bone, handcarved into human skulls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eThe skull as a symbol can be found in religions and spiritual traditions all over the world, but nowhere is it more prominent or has a more complex and deep symbolism than in the Himalayan regions influenced by Tibetan buddhism. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eOn the one hand it can be said that the symbol of the skull (of course) refers to death; it is a powerful reminder of the fact that all our lives will simply end one day. The symbol of the skull is thus used in all kinds of meditative practices to contemplate on this inevitabilty and also on the other side of this medal; how important it is to live your life in the best possible and most compassionate of ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eOn a more metaphorical level, contemplating on the image of the skull also is \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ea powerful practice in cutting through the bonds with one's own ego and the identification with the physical body. It takes us to the limits o\u003c\/span\u003ef human knowledge and helps to gain insight in the buddhist concept of 'Emptiness', which doesn't mean 'nothing-ness', but actually quite on the contrary refers to the true nature of the universe and reality; the endless, ultimate emptiness in which all possibilities exist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eHuman skulls are also very prominent in the iconography around a lot of the 'wrathful' deities in Tibetan Buddhism and Hinduism. Wrathful deities are the fierce, forceful aspects or manifestations of Buddhas, Bodhisattvas or Devas.\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThey are often portrait \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eas terrifying, demonic looking beings adorned with human skulls or bone ornaments and ritual weapons. In this setting, the human skulls symbolize all the poisonous delusions and limiting mental beliefs that need to be overcome on the path to enlightenment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eAnd finally, also the skull often refers to the skeleton face of a Citipati, which is part of the (especially) vajrayana Buddhist imagery. \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCitipati are associated with the cemeteries and charnel grounds \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eand represent \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eprofound lessons about mortality, impermanence, the cycle of life and death, and freedom from samsara. More about the intriguing symbolism of the Citipati can be found elsewhere in our webshop (simply search on the word 'Citipati').\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eThe fact that these skulls are carved from real bone, re-emphasizes their symbolism; holding such a mala, you quite literally hold a small piece of death in your hands. Until quite recent times in Tibetan Buddhism (and before that in its pre-decessor the Tibetan Bon tradition) it was quite common to use human bones for all kinds of ceremonial, ritual and symbolic purposes. Nowadays mostly animal bones or even synthetic variants such as resin are used for these purposes. The beautiful beads here in this mala are handcarved out of yak bone and treated with natural pigments to obtain a rich brown color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eLooking at the above mentioned symbolism, there can be two main usages distinguished for such a mala; on the one hand, it can be used while meditating or contemplating on themes such as \u003cspan\u003edeath, impermanence and the limits of human knowledge. On the other hand, they are associated with the practices connected to wrathful deities.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach bead is approximately 8-10 millimeters high, with the guru bead slightly bigger. Since these are all handcarved beads, each one is slightly different and unique in appearance. Total length of the mala is approximately 106 centimeters. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51196431728971,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20250203-144751.jpg?v=1738590662"},{"product_id":"rudraksha-mala","title":"Rudraksha mala","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe specific kind of beaded necklaces known as mala’s are quite familiair nowadays. Often they are simply worn as jewelry-with-a-spiritual touch, but they have a very ancient and rich history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe earliest known examples of beads used in a spiritual context can be found in India, where Hindu monks moved loose shells, stones, grains or beads from one side to another to support in keeping focus and concentration and keep count of the number of repetitions of mantra’s or prayers during their spiritual practice. Another variation was to tie knots in a piece of cord or rope for that purpose. Around the 8\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century BCE, In India and Nepal, these two variations were combined to stringing the beads on a cord, and thus the mala was born. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eFrom early Hinduism the mala also found its way into Buddhism and eventually its usage spread further into the world in lots of different religions and spiritual traditions. For example; in western Christianity the string of prayer beads is called ‘rosary’ or ‘pater noster cord’ and in the Islam it’s known as ‘mishaba’ or ‘tasbi’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eIn different traditions there are of course many variations in the appearance of the prayer beads; for example in how many beads are strung on the cord or from which material the beads are made. Mala’s with a buddhist origin often are made with 108 beads, in many eastern traditions a sacred number with different symbolic meanings. It refers to, for example, the 108 names of Shiva, the 108 different kinds of desire that obscure our human minds or \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe 108 Upanishads, sacred Sanskrit texts sharing wisdom in the last part of the Veda’s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThis mala is made with 108 rudraksha seed beads (+ 1 guru bead). \u003c\/span\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this necklace, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe beads used in this (recently made) mala have a size of approximately 7 x 10 millimeters. The guru bead is slightly bigger. Total length of the necklace is approximately 82 centimeters. The beads have been treated with a tea-dying method to obtain a nice dark color and shine, and are strung on durable, dark brown nylon macrame cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51277513556299,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/20250216-133113.jpg?v=1739709289"},{"product_id":"old-nepalese-rudraksha-mala-18","title":"Vintage Nepalese rudraksha mala #18","description":"\u003cp\u003eNepalese rudraksha mala, from vintage origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis necklace is a so called \"kantha mala\"; a rudraksha mala strung together in a very traditional way with wool and (red) woolen spacers in between the beads. The beads are all strung facing the same position, giving the divine energy the possibility to circulate through each bead, multiplying and increasing by each spiraling movement, and finally coming together as a strong force in the central, 'guru' bead of the necklace from where it enters the body of the one wearing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this mala, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn total 55 beads (54 + guru) with a diameter of approximately 18 millimeters haven been used. Total length of this necklace is approximately 92 centimeters. Being from vintage origin, it of course shows some signs of its age and previous usage, but overall it is in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51477432402251,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_41f88c97-5458-4b66-b492-3c1164ced9fd.jpg?v=1742406451"},{"product_id":"old-nepalese-rudraksha-mala-19","title":"Vintage Nepalese rudraksha mala #19","description":"\u003cp\u003eNepalese rudraksha mala, from vintage origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis necklace is a so called \"kantha mala\"; a rudraksha mala strung together in a very traditional way with wool and (red) woolen spacers in between the beads. The beads are all strung facing the same position, giving the divine energy the possibility to circulate through each bead, multiplying and increasing by each spiraling movement, and finally coming together as a strong force in the central, 'guru' bead of the necklace from where it enters the body of the one wearing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this mala, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn total 55 beads (54 + guru) with a diameter of approximately 18 millimeters haven been used. Some of the beads have become very dark over time, almost black, which is also said to have increased their power; most rudraksha beads turn naturally darker over time, so the longer they have ripened the darker they have become. And in this ripening process, over time they have gained a lot of natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal length of this necklace is approximately 92 centimeters. Being from vintage origin, it of course shows some signs of its age and previous usage, but overall it is in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51477450391883,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_ebd3de52-dac5-4545-a503-1944f046de59.jpg?v=1742406687"},{"product_id":"old-nepalese-rudraksha-mala-20","title":"Vintage Nepalese rudraksha mala #20","description":"\u003cp\u003eNepalese rudraksha mala, from vintage origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis necklace is a so called \"kantha mala\"; a rudraksha mala strung together in a very traditional way with wool and (red) woolen spacers in between the beads. The beads are all strung facing the same position, giving the divine energy the possibility to circulate through each bead, multiplying and increasing by each spiraling movement, and finally coming together as a strong force in the central, 'guru' bead of the necklace from where it enters the body of the one wearing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRudraksha beads are categorized by the number of faces\/facets that can be distinguished on the surface. These are called 'mukhi'. In this mala, 5 mukhi beads have been used. The 5 faced rudraksha bead is the most commonly used type, it represents the five forms of Lord Shiva himself. The 5 mukhi rudraksha helps in awakening one's higher self and from there the personal connection to the divine. Also, 5 mukhi rudraksha beads have a special affinity for the 5th chakra, the Visshudha or throat chakra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn total 55 beads (54 + guru) with a diameter of approximately 18 millimeters haven been used. Total length of this necklace is approximately 92 centimeters. Being from vintage origin, it of course shows some signs of its age and previous usage, but overall it is in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51477465301323,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_74c8a6a8-a444-401d-aa13-4b3d931ac8a0.jpg?v=1742406859"},{"product_id":"vintage-yak-bone-skull-mala","title":"Vintage Nepalese yak bone skull mala","description":"\u003cp\u003eVery beautiful vintage Nepalese mala, made with 55 beads ( 54 + guru) from yak bone, handcarved into human skulls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eThe skull as a symbol can be found in religions and spiritual traditions all over the world, but nowhere is it more prominent or has a more complex and deep symbolism than in the Himalayan regions influenced by Tibetan buddhism. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eOn the one hand it can be said that the symbol of the skull (of course) refers to death; it is a powerful reminder of the fact that all our lives will simply end one day. The symbol of the skull is thus used in all kinds of meditative practices to contemplate on this inevitabilty and also on the other side of this medal; how important it is to live your life in the best possible and most compassionate of ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eOn a more metaphorical level, contemplating on the image of the skull also is \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ea powerful practice in cutting through the bonds with one's own ego and the identification with the physical body. It takes us to the limits o\u003c\/span\u003ef human knowledge and helps to gain insight in the buddhist concept of 'Emptiness', which doesn't mean 'nothing-ness', but actually quite on the contrary refers to the true nature of the universe and reality; the endless, ultimate emptiness in which all possibilities exist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eHuman skulls are also very prominent in the iconography around a lot of the 'wrathful' deities in Tibetan Buddhism and Hinduism. Wrathful deities are the fierce, forceful aspects or manifestations of Buddhas, Bodhisattvas or Devas.\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThey are often portrait \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eas terrifying, demonic looking beings adorned with human skulls or bone ornaments and ritual weapons. In this setting, the human skulls symbolize all the poisonous delusions and limiting mental beliefs that need to be overcome on the path to enlightenment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eThe fact that these skulls are carved from real bone, re-emphasizes their symbolism; holding such a mala, you quite literally hold a small piece of death in your hands. Until quite recent times in Tibetan Buddhism (and before that in its pre-decessor the Tibetan Bon tradition) it was quite common to use human bones for all kinds of ceremonial, ritual and symbolic purposes. Nowadays mostly animal bones or even synthetic variants such as resin are used for these purposes. The beautiful beads here in this mala are handcarved out of yak bone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fshead\"\u003eLooking at the above mentioned symbolism, there can be two main usages distinguished for such a mala; on the one hand, it can be used while meditating or contemplating on themes such as \u003cspan\u003edeath, impermanence and the limits of human knowledge. On the other hand, they are associated with the practices connected to wrathful deities.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach bead is approximately 1,5 centimeters high and 1 centimeter wide. Since these are all handcarved beads, each one is slightly different and unique in appearance. Total length of the mala is approximately 80 centimeters and total weight is 164 grams. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51536234971467,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_41c7c82a-0a59-489c-9831-364e34cf99bc.jpg?v=1743091184"},{"product_id":"wooden-dragon-pendant-necklace","title":"Agarwood mala with dragon pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003eVery nice mala made with beads from dark brown \u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eagarwood, also known as oudh, scarlet tree or eagle tree. Properties that are attributed to this slightly aromatic kind of wood (the smell is subtle, sweet and spicy and reminds somewhat of leather) are for example; it calms the nervous system and facilitates transition to the afterlife. Also in christianity, especially catholicism, agarwood has a special meaning. Here it is associated with the Virgin Mary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eBut the most eyecatching part of this mala is of course the meticulously carved dragon pendant (also made with the lovely dark brown agarwood), attached to the guru bead. Just look at all the tiny details of the carving. This mala will no doubt be not only a great assistant in your meditation- and mantra recitation practices, but also a beautiful piece of personal jewelry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe beads have been strung on elastic cord. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eTotal length of this mala is approximately 84 centimeters (measured not-stretched).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Size of the dragon pendant is approximately 58x37 millimeters. Total weight is 50 grams.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51578741457227,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_1d48daa2-dbd2-4049-bc6a-62a5b539d56d.jpg?v=1743762239"},{"product_id":"vintage-nepalese-shamanic-tigerbell-belt","title":"Vintage Himalayan bell strap #1","description":"\u003cp\u003eVery nice black leather belt\/strap with 16 large 'antique look' bells. \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eA bell strap such as this one is an intricate part of the attire of traditional Nepalese shamans and is also known as\u003c\/span\u003e 'ghanta mala' (bell mala). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn traditional shamanism, bells are used for many purposes, because they can serve as houses for spirits and their sound represents the voice of those spirits. During ritual and ceremony, the sounds of the bells actively help to alter the energies in the sacred space. Their sounds and vibrations stir up the atmosphere, drive out the heavy energies, call in the helpful spirits and provide harmony and blessing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bells strung on this belt all have a depiction of a fierce, wrathful being on them. Wrathful beings are very prominent in the iconography of (especially) tantric Buddhism. They can be either the images of the fierce, wrathful aspects or forms of buddha's, bodhisattva's, deva's and deities (beings that have thus both a peaceful, friendly appearance and a forceful, horrifying form) or the images of dharmapala's; spirits and gods originating in the Tibetan pre-buddhist indigenous Bon-tradition, that are said to be 'tamed' by Padmasambhava in the 8th century CE and then sworn an oath to protect the buddhist dharma ever since.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are portrait as terrifying, demonic-looking beings, often further adorned with gruesome ritual attributes and symbolic decorations such as (human) bones and skulls and other items associated with the charnel grounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut as terrifying as they might appear, they actually are often driven by compassion. They are very strong and powerful protectors and guides for those on the path to enlightenment, embodying the power and force needed to go forward and overcome and transform all obstacles on the way. They fight against all kinds of demons and evil and in Tibetan Buddhism especially against the enemies of Buddhism. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bells on this belt are made of brass and have been manually treated to attain a beautiful, dark 'antique look' patina. They have a diameter of 35 millimeters. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal weight of the belt is 656 grams. Measured the size when closed at its smallest, the belt measures 94 centimeters. When closed at its largest, it measures 102 centimeters. Width of the leather strap is 3 centimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA belt such as this can be worn 'as is' as part of your ritual costume, but of course the bells can also be taken off the strap to use in your personal crafting or sewing purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one belt available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51578837041483,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_f2b66d91-4920-47bd-aeac-4c86d28ce922.jpg?v=1743762750"},{"product_id":"vintage-yak-bone-mala","title":"Vintage Tibetan yak bone mala #1","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe specific kind of beaded necklaces known as mala’s are quite familiair nowadays. Often they are simply worn as jewelry-with-a-spiritual touch, but they have a very ancient and rich history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe earliest known examples of beads used in a spiritual context can be found in India, where Hindu monks moved loose shells, stones, grains or beads from one side to another to support in keeping focus and concentration and keep count of the number of repetitions of mantra’s or prayers during their spiritual practice. Another variation was to tie knots in a piece of cord or rope for that purpose. Around the 8\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century BCE, In India and Nepal, these two variations were combined to stringing the beads on a cord, and thus the mala was born. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eFrom early Hinduism the mala also found its way into Buddhism and eventually its usage spread further into the world in lots of different religions and spiritual traditions. For example; in western Christianity the string of prayer beads is called ‘rosary’ or ‘pater noster cord’ and in the Islam it’s known as ‘mishaba’ or ‘tasbi’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eIn different traditions there are of course many variations in the appearance of the prayer beads; for example in how many beads are strung on the cord or from which material the beads are made. Mala’s with a buddhist origin often are made with 108 beads, in many eastern traditions a sacred number with different symbolic meanings. It refers to, for example, the 108 names of Shiva, the 108 different kinds of desire that obscure our human minds or \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe 108 Upanishads, sacred Sanskrit texts sharing wisdom in the last part of the Veda’s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThis mala is made with nicely polished yak bone beads.The beads are approximately 5-6 millimeters high and 8 millimeters in diameter. The beads are strung on white cotton cord and decorated with brown cotton tassels. Total length of the mala is approximately 64 centimeters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThis mala has two counters attached to it, which can be used as extra assistance in keeping track of the number of mantra- or prayer recitations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mala comes from Tibet and is from vintage origin. It might therefore show some signs of its age and previous usage, but overall it is still in very good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51585051132235,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_5ca0621f-16e4-4089-a275-cafa2052e255.jpg?v=1743843873"},{"product_id":"vintage-yak-bone-mala-2","title":"Vintage Tibetan yak bone mala #2","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe specific kind of beaded necklaces known as mala’s are quite familiair nowadays. Often they are simply worn as jewelry-with-a-spiritual touch, but they have a very ancient and rich history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe earliest known examples of beads used in a spiritual context can be found in India, where Hindu monks moved loose shells, stones, grains or beads from one side to another to support in keeping focus and concentration and keep count of the number of repetitions of mantra’s or prayers during their spiritual practice. Another variation was to tie knots in a piece of cord or rope for that purpose. Around the 8\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century BCE, In India and Nepal, these two variations were combined to stringing the beads on a cord, and thus the mala was born. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eFrom early Hinduism the mala also found its way into Buddhism and eventually its usage spread further into the world in lots of different religions and spiritual traditions. For example; in western Christianity the string of prayer beads is called ‘rosary’ or ‘pater noster cord’ and in the Islam it’s known as ‘mishaba’ or ‘tasbi’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eIn different traditions there are of course many variations in the appearance of the prayer beads; for example in how many beads are strung on the cord or from which material the beads are made. Mala’s with a buddhist origin often are made with 108 beads, in many eastern traditions a sacred number with different symbolic meanings. It refers to, for example, the 108 names of Shiva, the 108 different kinds of desire that obscure our human minds or \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe 108 Upanishads, sacred Sanskrit texts sharing wisdom in the last part of the Veda’s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThis mala is made with nicely polished yak bone beads.The beads are approximately 7-8 millimeters high and 9-10 millimeters in diameter. The beads are strung on white cotton cord and decorated with brown cotton tassels. Total length of the mala is approximately 84 centimeters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThis mala has two counters attached to it, which can be used as extra assistance in keeping track of the number of mantra- or prayer recitations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mala comes from Tibet and is from vintage origin. It might therefore show some signs of its age and previous usage, but overall it is still in very good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51585317699915,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_84d46daf-2b0d-4158-a2e4-7163e59d1753.jpg?v=1743845255"},{"product_id":"vintage-bodhi-seed-mala","title":"Old Nepalese bodhi seed mala","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe specific kind of beaded necklaces known as mala’s are quite familiair nowadays. Often they are simply worn as jewelry-with-a-spiritual touch, but they have a very ancient and rich history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe earliest known examples of beads used in a spiritual context can be found in India, where Hindu monks moved loose shells, stones, grains or beads from one side to another to support in keeping focus and concentration and keep count of the number of repetitions of mantra’s or prayers during their spiritual practice. Another variation was to tie knots in a piece of cord or rope for that purpose. Around the 8\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century BCE, In India and Nepal, these two variations were combined to stringing the beads on a cord, and thus the mala was born. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eFrom early Hinduism the mala also found its way into Buddhism and eventually its usage spread further into the world in lots of different religions and spiritual traditions. For example; in western Christianity the string of prayer beads is called ‘rosary’ or ‘pater noster cord’ and in the Islam it’s known as ‘mishaba’ or ‘tasbi’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIn different traditions there are of course many variations in the appearance of the prayer beads; for example in how many beads are strung on the cord or from which material the beads are made. Mala’s with a buddhist origin often are made with 108 beads, in many eastern traditions a sacred number with different symbolic meanings. It refers to, for example, the 108 names of Shiva, the 108 different kinds of desire that obscure our human minds or \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe 108 Upanishads, sacred Sanskrit texts sharing wisdom in the last part of the Veda’s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThis mala is made with seed-beads from the bodhi tree \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e(Ficus Religiosa); \u003c\/span\u003ethe tree under which Prince Siddharta is said to have received enlightenment and became the Buddha. As such, the tree and its seeds are since considered sacred in many regions.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe seeds of the tree are very helpful in many spiritual practices, since they support in finding inner peace, by enhancing awareness and connection and understanding the true nature of things. They are a symbol of purity of mind, pure faith and enlightenment.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso, bodhi seeds represent a new beginning, reveal ones possible potentials and support in growing them closer to perfection. Therefore they are also very suitable to keep close to you when starting something new, whether that’s a new business, study or relationship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bodhi seeds used in this mala each have a diameter of approximately 12 millimeters and are 7-8 millimeters high. Total size of this mala is approximately 88 centimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note; this mala has quite some years pf age to it already. It shows some signs of its age and previous usage. Most noteable of which is a somewhat 'greasy' outside layer which has accumulated on the beads over time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seawolf Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51585330741579,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_b0b36710-dcb3-4e38-88fe-9bfc032e06c0.jpg?v=1743845430"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7101\/7547\/collections\/PhotoRoom-20240203_115246_b9b0bf89-8922-4fa4-b477-0c6b660a0743.png?v=1771330500","url":"https:\/\/seawolfshop.com\/collections\/amulets-and-jewelry-malas.oembed?page=9","provider":"Seawolf Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}