Astra Mala Necklace - 7 sisters - 108 beads 6mm
Gemstones
Citrine: Known for its bright hues ranging from salmon to orange and yellow, citrine symbolizes solar energy, joy, and abundance. The raw beads add a natural and authentic aspect, inviting a connection to nature.
Smoky Quartz: With its soft, clear shade, smoky quartz is a symbol of protection and grounding. It helps dispel negative energy and promotes a sense of calm and serenity.
Spessartine: This translucent variety of garnet is associated with creativity, action, and confidence. It evokes the energy of transformation and growth.
Kyanite: At the end of the necklace, the three kyanite beads symbolize clarity and communication. Kyanite is known for balancing energies and helping release blockages, adding a final touch of harmony to the Mala.
Meaning of the Mala:
The Astra Mala is a meditation necklace designed to guide the wearer towards light and inner harmony. Citrine symbolizes solar energy, joy, and prosperity, bringing a boost of optimism. Smoky quartz embodies grounding and protection, helping to stay centered even in the face of challenges. Spessartine stimulates creativity and self-confidence, fostering positive transformation. Finally, the kyanite beads bring balance and peace, releasing energy blockages and facilitating better inner communication.
Chakras
Manipura | Solar Plexus Chakra
Muladhara | Root Chakra
Svadhisthana | Sacral Chakra
Vishuddha | Throat Chakra
Seven Sisters
The Pleiades, also known as the Seven Sisters, are a cluster of stars visible in the night sky, often associated with legends and myths across many cultures worldwide. In India, the Pleiades are sometimes connected to the seven rishis (sages) and are seen as celestial guardians, offering guidance and protection. These stars symbolize the connection between the heavens and the earth, a spiritual link celebrated in this necklace, reminding us of the light and protection that ancient goddesses bestowed upon their devotees
Summary
Inspired by the stars, like the Seven Sisters of the Pleiades, this Mala encourages exploring one’s inner light and finding one’s place in the universe. Each stone, with its unique meaning, combines to create harmonious support, enhancing the wearer’s serenity, creativity, and positive energy. This Mala reminds us that, just as the stars guide travelers, our inner light can illuminate our path.
7 sisters Goddess & Guardian pendant handmade in India, silk cord, 925 sterling silver, Gemstones
5% is donated to the Heart For India Foundation, whose programs enable children and women to have a future based on equal opportunities for all.