These lovely small 24 seed malas are imported from India. The lotus seeds are a rich, dark chocolate brown color, and are said to have a cooling effect. They are closely strung on red cord with a small red tassle after the Guru bead.
Lotus seeds are the seeds of plants in the genus Nelumbo, particularly the species Nelumbo nucifera. In India they are often carried in-hand by sadhus mentally reciting or chanting their mantras.
The
lotus seed symbolizes spiritual knowledge and power and are said to have the following properties:
To reduce pitta imbalances, improve concentration and benefits the spleen, kidney and heart. The seed has calming properties that alleviate restlessness, palpitations and insomnia. As with all our malas, it comes with a very nice gift Om pouch, also made in India.