Carnelian Jap Mala Beads 108 Beads

Mala beads are used as a tool to help practitioners focus during meditation or prayer, with each bead representing one recitation of a mantra. The 108 repetitions help to keep the mind focused and calm during the practice, preventing distractions. 108 beads are used as this number holds special significance.

In Buddhism, 108 represents the number of obstacles a person must overcome to reach enlightenment. So, each bead represents a step toward purifying the mind and soul.

In some interpretations, it’s said that there are 108 sacred points or "marma points" in the human body. These points are believed to be key centers of energy, and using the mala beads can help activate or balance these energies.

108 is also thought to be the number of intersections energy lines between the chakras converging to form the heart chakra. One of them, leads to the crown chakra and is the path to Self-Realisation.

So, Chanting Mantras or mediating 108 times addresses these paths towards enlightenment.

Mantras can vary greatly, depending on the path you are on. Here is an example.

Om Mani Padme Hum, which means "The jewel is in the lotus," symbolizing the path to enlightenment.