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☛ PRAYER BEADS:

Buddhist prayer beads or malas (Sanskrit:  “garland”)are similar to other forms of prayer beads used in various world religions and therefore the term “Buddhist rosary” also appears.

Conventional Buddhist tradition counts the beads at 108, signifying the mortal desires of mankind. The number is attributed to the Mokugenji (soapberry seed) Sutra wherein Shakyamuni Buddha instructed King Virudhaka to make such beads and recite the Three Jewels of Buddhism. In later years, various Buddhist sects would either retain the number of beads, or divide them into consecutive twos, fours, for brevity or informality. A decorative tassel is sometimes attached to the beads, flanked by talismans or amulets depending on one’s local tradition. Because prayer beads are often painted in pigment, various traditional schools attribute a consecration ritual by the Sangha to the beads, to “open the eyes” for the purpose of achieving Enlightenment unique to the Karma of each believer.

☛ Jasper: Brief Introduction
Formed in Madagascar and South Africa, Kambaba Jasper is a sedimentary stone consisting of microcrystalline Quartz and a primordial form of blue-green algae – you may be familiar with these ancient fossils as they comprise the stone Stromatolite. Stromatolites are the oldest known fossils and one of the earliest records of life on Earth. They date as far back as 3.8 Billion years ago. The Earth is thought to be 4.5 Billion years old, so the existence of life during this turbulent astronomical period is quite remarkable.
Modern Uses
Kambaba Jasper’s beautiful appearance has inspired many jewelry and artisans. It is also popular for healing and spiritual use.