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Mala Beads for Meditation

Malas are a simple yet powerful string of beads that Buddhists and Yogis have used for hundreds of years to count mantras and prayers. Japa is the recitation and mental repetition of sacred mantras used with malas to calm the mind and connect with the soul. Worn as a bracelet or necklace, prayer beads also serve as powerful tools to enhance a mindful meditation practice, embody peace, love, and compassion, and remind one to be in the present moment.
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Categories of Mala Beads

We have four main categories of japa malas in our online shop, with each one having a unique purpose, intention, and aesthetic appeal. Explore the category that best aligns with your goals, use, meditation practice, and spiritual connection.
Bracelet Malas

Bracelet Mala Beads

Our Bracelet Malas are made with 27 counting beads and are designed to be worn comfortably around your wrist.
108 Beaded Malas

108 Bead Malas

Our full mala beads are made with 108 counting beads and 1 guru bead. This design works best when worn as a necklace.
Gemstone Mala Beads

Gemstone Mala Beads

Our healing gemstone malas are handmade in the USA with beautiful and potent semi-precious gemstones.
Buddhist Mala beads

Buddhist Prayer Beads

We sell a selection of high-quality Hindu, Tibetan and Buddhist prayer beads imported from India and Nepal.

Mala Experts Since 2004

We have been handcrafting authentic mala beads with semi-precious gemstones, hand-carved bone, rudraksha beads, sacred woods and hemp tassels since founding our company in 2004. Our unique gemstone yoga jewelry is “designed by an artist and strung by a yogi.” We offer both 27-bead mala bracelets and full 108-bead mala necklaces for sale. We also import inexpensive Buddhist malas and Hindu prayer beads from India and Nepal. All of our beads are purified and blessed before we send them off to you!

Malas for Mind-Body Healing

Our meditation malas have been crafted to be highly potent for spiritual work as well as mind-body healing. The conscious combination of high-grade quality gemstones with recommended mantras creates a powerful synergistic force for healing, meditation, inner peace, stress reduction, and well-being. We provide information on the physical and energetic properties of the gemstones, along with suggested mantras for each of our malas. Visit our gemstone healing properties page to discover more about the power of these beautiful beads.

Wear Your Prayers & Intentions

Let wearing your mala not only be a fashion statement, but also a symbol of your commitment to mindfulness and living a purposeful, conscious life. Allow your prayers and intentions become infused with the mystical energies of these gemstones when wearing them around your wrist or neck. Whether you are seeking calmness, healing, protection, love, vitality, confidence, abundance, or compassion, there are mala beads that align with your dreams and goals.
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Our Bestselling Mala Beads

Discover the power of intention, the beauty of gemstones, and the tranquility of mindfulness as you browse through our most popular gemstone malas. Whether you’re looking for abundance, healing, love, or strength, there’s a mala that can bring you closer to a more balanced and centered life.
  • Rose Quartz White Agate Wrist Mala

    Rose Quartz and White Agate Wrist Mala

  • Bird’s Eye Rhyolite and Bayong Mala

    Bird’s Eye Rhyolite and Bayong Wrist Mala

  • Dumortierite and Kakawate Mala

    Dumortierite and Kakawate Wrist Mala

  • Snowflake Obsidian & Black Onyx Necklace Mala

    Snowflake Obsidian & Black Onyx Full Mala

  • Terra Agate and Agarwood Bracelet Mala

    Terra Agate and Agarwood Wrist Mala

  • Red Agate and Aventurine Mala

    Red Agate and Aventurine Wrist Mala

  • Maifanite and Smoky Quartz Mala

    Maifanite and Smoky Quartz Wrist Mala

  • garnet mala beads

    Garnet, Pyrite and Silver Full Mala

  • Labradorite and Green Garnet Bracelet Mala

    Labradorite and Green Garnet Wrist Mala

  • Purple Tourmaline Crystal Quartz bracelet mala

    Crystal Quartz and Purple Tourmaline Wrist Mala

  • Black Obsidian and African Bloodstone Necklace Mala

    Black Obsidian and African Bloodstone Full Mala

  • New Jade and Lotus Seed Mala

    New Jade and Lotus Seed Wrist Mala

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Articles on Gemstones, Mantras and Malas

Explore our extensive collection of articles to deepen your understanding of meditation, unlock the mystical meanings behind sacred mantras, and harness the healing energy of crystals and gemstones for a more happy and harmonious life.
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    Crystals and Gemstones for Grounding

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    The 10 Best Gemstones and Crystals for Uncertainty

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    Key Differences Between Chanting and Silent Meditation

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    How to Know if Mala Beads Are Authentic

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    The Best Gemstones for the 5 Elements in Chinese Medicine

  • Ajapa Japa

    Ajapa Japa: Silent Mantra Meditation

  • So Hum Mantra

    Unlocking the Secrets of the So Hum Mantra

  • Meaning of Svaha

    The Mystical Meaning of Svaha

  • crystals for meditation

    How to Use Crystals for Meditation

  • New Year's Meditation

    17 Tips for a Magical New Year’s Meditation

  • Decorate a Meditation Room

    How to Decorate Your Meditation Room for Maximum Zen

  • What Is a Mala Bracelet?

    What Is a Mala Bracelet?

ULTIMATE MALA BEAD FINDER

Not sure what you are looking for? Use our Mala Bead Finder to easily browse and filter our selection by gemstone, intention, chakra, price, color, style and more! Find your perfect match to elevate your spiritual practice and accompany you on your path to inner peace and mind-body wellness.
Why Shop at Japa Mala Beads?
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100% Genuine Beads

All of our gemstone, wood and seed beads are 100% genuine; we do not use any plastic or glass (or any other type of fake beads) in our malas. Some of our stones are slightly enhanced by the manufacturer (which is typical for the entire gemstone industry) but we only purchase the best quality and most natural stones available. Due to the natural materials used the color and the size of the stones we use may vary.

Sustainable & Eco-friendly

We do our best to run our little mala company with as little impact on the earth as possible. Our handcrafted tassels are made from eco-friendly hemp. Our packaging is 100% recyclable. We use natural and sustainable materials in our designs. Our website’s server is 100% renewable energy powered.

Happy Customers

We love hearing feedback about our mala beads, and it makes us happy that our products are helping people live more joyous, centered and spiritual lives. Read what our customers have to say about our meditation beads. (Hint: they love our high-quality, attention to details, and our fast shipping.)

Malas Made to Last

We have been making and importing prayer beads since 2004 and we strive to produce the most durable prayer beads as possible. We use the strongest stringing materials available and inspect our beads prior to stringing. We stand behind our products and have one of the best breakage guarantees in the business–108 days! We also provide a very affordable mala restringing and repair service.

Delightful Gifts

Prayer beads are not just beautiful gifts but also tools for meditation, intention-setting, healing, and personal growth. Each bead carries its own unique energy and symbolism, making it not just a material possession but a meaningful token of well-wishes and positive energy. By selecting a design that resonates with the recipient’s spirit and intentions, you are offering them an uplifting gift that can empower their journey towards peace, mindfulness, inner harmony, and spiritual connection.

Authentic Designs

Our malas are based on traditional yoga, Buddhist, and Tibetan prayer bead designs. All of our malas have tassels, a guru (teacher) or meru (mountain) bead, and 108 (or a division of) counting beads. Our malas have been thoughtfully designed to enhance and accompany your mantra meditation practice and to support your spiritual journey towards peace, clarity, and connection.

Popular Stones

The choice of gemstones at Japa Mala Beads is carefully curated to cater to a variety of intentions, goals, and preferences. Whether you are drawn to the soothing properties of amethyst, the grounding energy of black onyx, the calming powers of agate, the nurturing support of jasper, or the protective qualities of labradorite, you are sure to find a mala bead that resonates with you.
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