Growing up in the Disciples of Christ denomination, Jodi Baron was used to what she called "popcorn prayers," which were spontaneous and done within a circle of believers. Traditional intercessory ...

Which mala beads are best? Purchasing mala beads is deeply personal. Mala beads are most commonly used as a tool to keep track of prayers, mantras or affirmations during a spiritual practice or as a ...

Prayer beads help us focus our thoughts and get closer to God, writes Ranjeni A Singh Rosary, japamala, tasbih...just like the gods, prayer beads are known by many names in different faiths across the ...

Malas — also known as yoga beads or japamalas — are necklaces that usually have 108 beads. Mala, Sanskrit for “garland,” is often used to enhance spiritual practice. You may see people use malas while ...

Prayer beads help us focus our thoughts and get closer to God, writes Ranjeni A Singh A prayer bead is to the faithful what the abacus is to the student; it’s a handy and reassuring tool. “The rosary ...