Authentic Mala Beads | Traditional Mala Blessed by Monks

Real Buddhist Mala Beads Necklace Blessed by Monks

At Monk Mala, we specialize in Buddhist Mala Bead Necklaces … the same type of authentic Mala Beads Necklace that are worn and used by Real Monks. We source our Authentic Mala Beads Necklaces from the same Temples and local artisans as the Buddhist Monks, making Monk Mala the best place to Buy Real Buddhist Mala Beads.

Because we provide real and authentic Buddhist Mala Bead Necklaces we are able to also get our Monk Beads blessed by Monks at local Temples around Chiang Mai for you to use as a meditation or protection Mala Necklace.

Watch a Video of our Authentic Mala Beads Blessed by a Real Monk

Monk Mala, not only provides the same type of Buddhist Mala Beads Necklaces that are used by real Monks. Our Authentic Monk Bead are Blessed by Monks for our customers to charge them with sacred power for you the customer.

What Are Authentic Mala Beads?

Authentic Mala beads are prayer beads made according to established Mala traditions and intended for practices such as meditation, mantra repetition, prayer and Japa. A traditional Mala is normally made as a string of individual counting beads, often with a larger Guru Bead marking the beginning and end of the counting cycle.

The most familiar Mala consists of 108 counting beads, although Mala with other numbers of beads are also used in different traditions and for different purposes.

The word Mala comes from Sanskrit and is commonly translated as garland. Mala have been used for centuries across South Asian religious traditions and remain widely used today by Buddhist and Hindu practitioners, as well as people who use the beads for meditation and mindfulness.

Authenticity therefore has more to do with the relationship between the beads, their materials, construction and traditional use than simply where they were purchased.

Characteristic	What to Look For
Traditional construction	Individual beads strung together for counting during prayer, mantra or meditation.
Bead count	Traditional full Mala commonly contain 108 counting beads, although other bead counts exist.
Guru Bead	Many traditional Mala have a larger Guru Bead marking the beginning and end of the counting cycle.
Traditional materials	Wood, seeds and natural stone have all been used for Mala and prayer beads in different traditions.
Transparent description	A reputable seller should explain the materials, construction, size and origin of the Mala.
Connection to tradition	The Mala should have a clear relationship with established prayer, meditation or Japa practices.

How Can You Tell if Mala Beads Are Genuine?

It can be difficult to determine whether a Mala is “genuine” simply by looking at a photograph online. The word authentic is widely used in the Mala industry, and sellers do not always explain exactly what they mean by it.

A good place to start is by checking the basic details of the Mala. Look for the number of beads, the bead size, the material used, the Guru Bead and the way the Mala is constructed. A reputable seller should be able to explain where the materials come from and how the Mala is made.

It is also worth looking beyond claims about spiritual powers. Traditional Mala materials have established cultural and religious associations, but these associations should not automatically be presented as scientific or supernatural properties.

At Monk Mala, we describe our Mala according to their actual materials, construction and traditional associations. Where a Mala has a specific connection to Buddhist Monks or Thailand, we explain that connection rather than making unsupported claims about what the beads can do.

Traditional Mala Bead Materials

Authentic Mala beads are made from many different natural materials. The material you choose is largely a matter of tradition, appearance, feel and personal preference. Different materials also have different cultural and religious associations.

Material	Traditional Association	Why Choose It?
Wood	Wood has a long history in prayer beads and is associated with simplicity and natural materials.	Lightweight, natural and comfortable for regular use.
Bodhi Seed	Strongly associated with Buddhism because of the importance of the Bodhi tree and the Buddha’s enlightenment.	A natural choice for people looking for a Mala with a strong Buddhist association.
Rudraksha	Strong traditional association with Hindu religious practice and Shiva.	Commonly used for Japa, prayer and meditation.
Lotus Seed	The lotus has longstanding associations with purity, growth and spiritual development in Buddhist and Hindu traditions.	Lightweight natural beads with established religious and cultural associations.
Natural Stone	Associations vary according to the stone and the tradition in which it is used.	A heavier feel with a wide range of colours and appearances.

Why Have Authentic Mala Beads Necklace Blessed by Monks?

Monk Mala Beads Blessed - The Beginnings

Monk Mala started to sell it’s real and authentic Mala Beads Blessed by Monks online as a result of many emails to our parent business from previous customers at Sak Yant Chiang Mai. At Sak Yant Chiang Mai we provide authentic Sak Yant Tattoo’s and as part of this service many customers wanted the Buddhist Monks to Bless their Mala Prayer Beads.

At the beginning many of the Buddhist Prayer Beads our Sak Yant guests brought with them were cheap fakes made in China they had purchased either online or at local street markets. While it is easy to find cheap Chinese made Mala in the Thai Markets (actually all over Asian street markets) – the Monks felt uncomfortable providing sacred blessings for substandard Buddhist Mala.

The Monks told us where they buy their own Monk Bead Necklaces, and suggested we also purchase Real and Authentic Buddhist Mala Beads which they would happily bless for our customers.

Over time many of the customers of Sak Yant Chiang Mai, wrote emails requesting our real and authentic Mala Bead Buddhist Necklaces, asking if we could have the Mala Prayer Beads at our shop blessed by the same Monk that did their Tattoo and mailed to them at home.

Monk Blessed Buddhist Mala Beads

Over time, Sak Yant Started getting emails from people who have received our Blessed Buddhist Prayer Beads as gifts, wanting to purchase more. Many people having experienced an authentic Mala Beads Necklace that came with a Blessing by Monks could feel the energy and power that came with the Prayer Mala.

So we started Monk Mala as a website, which quickly became the best place to buy real and authentic Buddhist Mala Beads Online. With every purchase of Monk Mala Buddhist Prayer Beads, we take your special item to one of our Sak Yant Monks and have them preform a Blessing to give the Mala a positive charge of magical protection and power before they are sent to you.

Monk Mala makes a donation to the Monk or his Temple with every purchase, ensuring that at every stage from making the Buddhist Authentic Mala Beads to having it blessed we can share the income with as many deserving people as we can. We are truly grateful that you are thinking to purchase from Monk Mala to help the small independent traditional Prayer Bead making families and local Temples. We are blessed by the Monks to have the opportunity to be able to provide our real and Authentic Blessed Monk Beads Mala Necklaces. And we make a real effort to share the Blessings that our customers give us with their purchase with Buddhist Monk Prayer Beads.

Do your Buddhist Mala Beads need to be Blessed by Monks?

Short answer is no they do not. As you use your Buddhist Mala Bead Necklace, you are transferring your intention, purpose and desires into the Mala. Over time and over use your mala necklace will be a symbolic and energetic representation of this purpose and will trigger a normal psychological reaction.

If you do not believe in the magic power of the Monks Blessing itself, the necklace is a subconscious representation that becomes associated with it’s purpose. Just like a positive affirmation each time you see or use the Buddhist Mala, it triggers a subconscious program designed to make this more of a reality. Thus like hypnosis, the act of using the mala triggers a whole system of beliefs and behavior change which become programmed into your personality and stronger with each use

If you believe in the power of thoughts and transference of energy, then in addition to a subconscious symbol, the Buddhist Prayer Beads are also a storage system for the positive intention of the energy you have spent in focus.

We have the Monks Bless the necklace mala, to start this process of having positive energy and association with the Mala. Be it used for protection, or as part of your spiritual growth, the Monks Blessing is the starting point – which you then reaffirm and recharge with your use and wearing of the Mala.

Why Buy Authentic Mala Beads from Monk Mala?

Monk Mala	What This Means
Based in Chiang Mai, Thailand	We have a real physical presence in Thailand.
Traditional Mala	Our collection includes traditional wood, seed and natural stone Mala.
Buddhist Monk relationships	We have direct relationships with Buddhist Monks in Thailand.
Monk blessing available	Selected Mala can be taken to a Buddhist Monk for blessing before shipping.
Transparent materials	We explain the material, bead size and construction of our Mala.
International shipping	Customers around the world can receive Mala directly from Thailand.

How to Choose the Right Authentic Mala

The right Mala depends on how you intend to use it. Some people want traditional larger beads associated with Buddhist Monks, while others want a lighter Mala for meditation, Japa or Yoga. Some prefer natural wood or seeds, while others prefer natural stone or a more decorative Guru Bead.

If You Want…	Our Collection
Traditional larger Buddhist beads	Buddhist Monk Beads
Meditation and Japa	Meditation Mala
Yoga and Japa practice	Yoga Mala
Smaller everyday Mala necklace	Protection Mala
Complete Buddhist prayer bead collection	Buy Buddhist Prayer Beads

How to Use Authentic Mala Beads

Authentic Mala beads can be used for meditation, mantra repetition, prayer and Japa. The basic principle is simple: hold the Mala comfortably and move from one counting bead to the next as you repeat your chosen mantra, prayer or phrase.

Begin beside the Guru Bead and move one bead for each repetition. When you reach the Guru Bead again, you have completed one cycle of the Mala.

The same basic method can be used whether your Mala has been blessed by a Monk or not. The blessing adds religious significance but does not change the practical way the beads are used.

For a more detailed explanation, see our guide to How to Use Buddhist Prayer Beads.