Semi Precious Japanese Mala / Juzu Buddhist Meditation Necklace Bracelet Set

Beautiful handcrafted semi-precious Buddhist prayer, meditation necklace/ bracelet set. Shozoiki Jyu-zu as they are called in Japanese. 

Prayer/ meditation beads were first introduced into Japan along with Buddhism during the 6th century. Japanese prayer beads are used to count devotions and are always carried by Buddhist priests and frequently by lay Buddhists.Many Japanese prayer beads are sanctified by being blessed by a priest over a cloud of incense.

Buddhist prayer beads also known as malas are similar in form and function to worry beads associated with many religions.  Mala originated in India around 500 BC as a counting aid for religious pupils who were required to repeat their prayers a specific number of times but who were unable to count.  Mala are used such that one prayer or mantra is recited for each bead.  The counting starts with the clear quartz guru bead (bead with tassel) and proceeds all the way around the string.  When the guru bead is again encountered the counting may then continue in the opposite direction.  The bead count is commonly interrupted in only two places (besides the guru bead) indicated by slightly smaller beads which are thought to represent mid-level Buddhas and humans on the verge of enlightenment.   The beads assist individuals seeking spiritual focus and are often cited as a source of comfort and peace.

NECKLACE consists of 108 semi precious beads each 8mm diameter.
BRACELET consists of 23 semi precious beads each 8mm diameter.
SEMI PRECIOUS BEADS are NATURAL MAHOGANG, OBSIDIAN, MOOKAITE, CLEAR QUARTZ and MALACHITE ( refer to pictures ).

Chakra stones and symbolic spirits are represented well in the necklace and bracelet. They are handcrafted creative designs with enchanting features.