Step into a Bikram yoga class or vegan cafe and chances are you’ll see any number of people wearing strings of beads coiled around their wrists or necks. Some version of these beads — called mala, ...

One of the most common things that one can spot in the neck or hands of a person who follows the Vaishnava tradition is the Tulsi mala. It is a sacred garland from the Tulsi plant, the roots, leaves, ...

Tulsi mala holds significance in Vedic culture. It purifies aura and provides protection from negative energies. The mala calms the mind and supports emotional stability. It deepens devotion and ...

Ancient Hindu texts highlight mantra chanting for spiritual awakening and ultimate power. Correct recitation, avoiding common mistakes like using a broken mala, chanting before bathing, sitting on the ...

Taiwanese hardware company Acer has launched a new product aimed at helping devout Buddhists say their prayers. Acer's Leap Beads, effectively smart prayer beads, help practising Buddhists count the ...