Material: Agate. Semi-precious stone.
Size: 6mm, 108 beads
Description:
Agate beads have special religious and spiritual significance in Tibetan Buddhism, symbolizing stability, protection and increasing blessings. Agate itself is believed to have a powerful energy field that can ward off evil and disasters, and enhance the practitioner's concentration.
**Influence and Origin**
Agate is listed as one of the seven treasures in Buddhist scriptures, along with crystal, amber, coral, etc. as a gem with blessing power. Tibetan Buddhism believes that agate can harmonize the body and mind and enhance the practitioner's endurance and wisdom, so it is often used to make beads. It is said that ancient Tibetan monks and practitioners would wear agate beads to protect themselves from negative energy and enhance the stability of their practice.
**How to use**
The main uses of agate beads include:
- **Reciting mantras**: Practitioners use beads to count and recite mantras such as "Om Mani Padme Hum" to increase blessings and wisdom.
- **Meditation and practice**: In Tantric practice, Buddhist beads can help practitioners focus on visualization and meditation, and enhance inner energy.
- **Wearing and protection**: Many believers wear agate Buddhist beads to obtain the blessing of Buddhism, pray for physical and mental stability and eliminate karma.
In addition, the color and texture of agate Buddhist beads also have different symbolic meanings. For example, red agate represents vitality and courage, while black agate symbolizes protection and stability.