How to Use a Mala for Meditation

Mala necklaces have been used for meditation for thousands of years. Traditionally made with 108 beads, each bead marks the repetition of a mantra — creating rhythm, focus and presence.

Our malas are hand-knotted between every bead and crafted with natural gemstones, lava, magnesite or rudraksha, following traditional practice.

Why 108?

The number 108 holds sacred meaning across spiritual traditions.

1 represents unity.
0 represents emptiness.
8 represents the human experience — shaped by five elements under three cosmic qualities.

Together, 108 reflects wholeness.

Using a Mala in Practice

Hold the mala near the Guru bead.
Repeat your chosen mantra and move one bead at a time with the thumb. When you reach the Guru bead, pause. Turn the mala and continue without crossing over the Guru bead.

The gentle movement across the fingers stimulates meridian points connected to focus, clarity and awareness.

Meditating with a mala combines mantra repetition (Naad yoga), subtle acupressure and intentional breathing into one integrated practice.

Meridian Points of the Fingers

Each finger relates to different energetic qualities:

Index finger (Jupiter): wisdom and expansion
Middle finger (Saturn): patience and responsibility
Ring finger (Sun): vitality and strength
Little finger (Mercury): communication and intelligence

As the beads pass over these points, the rhythmic motion supports mental clarity and inner balance.