Full Mala, Dragon Rudraksha, General Kuwan Carved Walnut

Dragon Rudraksha 108 beads Full Mala with General Kuwan Walnut Carving

Hand-held mala made by 108 beads

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A hand held mala made by 108 beads with size 11 mm best quality premium five face dragon Rudraksha (hand selected and well cleaned) from Java Island of Indonesia. Dragon Rudraksha is a type of Rudraksha bead that is said to have the power to bring good luck and prosperity. Rudraksha beads are believed to be sacred in Hinduism and are traditionally worn for their spiritual and healing properties. The term “Rudraksha” literally means “the eyes of Rudra,” with Rudra being a Hindu deity associated with power, transformation, and destruction. Dragon Rudraksha beads are thought to be particularly powerful and are often worn as a talisman or amulet to protect against negative energy and bring good fortune. It is not clear where the association with dragons comes from, but it may be due to the bead’s perceived powers or simply because the bead has a unique or striking appearance.

Guru Bead: is a nice red agate bead. Main bead is a green color stone bead carved with Z and F. This bead acquired from a antique flea market in China.

Spacer Beads: Two carved Nanhong agate longevity ‘Shou’ bead are used as spacer beads that divide the mala into 4 section of 27 beads each.

Pendant: Fine pit carving of General Kuwan (关羽 Guan Yu). One of the most well-known figures during China’s Three Kingdoms dynasty from 220 to 280 AD. He is best known for this loyalty serving Liu Bei 刘备 as well as his bravery in many famous battles.

His is usually appeared in the Chinese opera with red face and dark green war robe with a giant Halberd like weapon named ‘Green Dragon Crescent Blade 青龙偃月刀 (a double-edged moon shaped blade on the end of a pole). This bracelet is designed with the signature colors (red agate with dark green cotton rope)

Significance in Chinese Culture –
“In Hong Kong, Guan Yu is often referred to as “Yi Gor” (二哥; Cantonese for “second elder brother”) for he was second to Liu Bei in their fictional sworn brotherhood. Guan Yu is also worshiped by Chinese businessmen in Shanxi, Hong Kong, Macau and Southeast Asia as an alternative wealth god, since he is perceived to bless the upright and protect them from the wicked. Guan Yu is also worshiped as a door god in Chinese culture and Taoist temples, with portraits of him being pasted on doors to ward off evil spirits.”

Great gift choice for your self or someone you respect.

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