BEN is a modern expression of the classic gender-neutral sandalwood mala, crafted from genuine Indian sandalwood beads, sourced from our sustainable farms in Northern Australia. A timeless strand that reflects the beauty of simplicity. Available in small and large sizes.
THE SANDALWOOD MALA RITUAL - A UNIVERSAL PRACTICE
Smooth, warm, and subtly aromatic, sandalwood has become one of the world’s most revered prayer beads because it embodies exactly what spiritual practice asks of the devotee: calm, clarity, presence.
“Mala” (Sanskrit: garland) denotes a string of prayer beads originally associated with the spiritualities of India.
The ritual of using beads to count prayers or mantras can be traced back to ancient India to at least the 8th century BC, when early Vedic practitioners began using strings of seeds or wood to mark mantra recitations.
By the 4th–5th century AD, Buddhist texts were describing malas specifically crafted from the sacred tree, sandalwood, which remains one of the most treasured aromatic mediums for meditation, prayer, and ritual globally.
NEW TO THE JOURNAL - The Sacred Thread: How Sandalwood Mala Jewellery Became the New Modern Ritual
DETAILS
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Small: 21 × 8mm sandalwood beads
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Large: 24 × 8mm sandalwood beads
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Sustainably grown Indian sandalwood
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Beads are strung with robust elastic, designed for durability
HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR BEADS
Your beads will change colour as they meld with the natural oils in your skin.
Keep away from water. Do not over-exert your strand as it may stretch.
To preserve the sandalwood scent, keep your beads in their box. Their scent will naturally fade with exposure to the elements.
WARRANTY
We offer a 6 month warranty on all our beads. This is valid from the date of purchase. Your warranty covers manufacturing faults but does not cover general wear and tear. At our discretion we will replace, or where possible, repair damaged products.
