9-Pointed Brass Bell & Vajra (Mala Counter)

This Tibetan-style mantra counter is used with malas or prayer beads to keep track of mantra recitation and accumulation. In Vajrayana practices, practitioners often commit to accumulating large numbers of mantras, such as 10,000, 100,000, or even a million repetitions. These mantra counters are specifically designed to support such high-volume recitations, helping maintain focus and discipline.

There are two traditional types of mantra counters: one with a pair of tassels, each containing 10 beads (often featuring a mini vajra on one strand and a mini bell on the other), and the clip-style counter. This pair-type counter is used for tracking smaller accumulations, with one tassel for tracking 100s and the other for 1000s.

Symbolism & Meaning

The vajra symbolizes indestructibility and spiritual power, while the bell represents wisdom in Tibetan Buddhist iconography. These counters are essential tools for serious practitioners, supporting dedication to mantra recitation and spiritual accumulation. The stones—red and blue—further enhance the significance of the counter, symbolizing power, wisdom, and protection.

Product Details

• Type: Pair-style mantra counter

• Material: Brass with 9-pointed vajra and bell

• Decoration: Ornamented with red and blue stones

• Use: Tracks accumulations of 100s and 1000s

• Origin: Handmade

How to Use

• Attach the counter to your mala at the 21st or 27th bead on either side of the guru bead

• Use the vajra-end to track 100s and the bell-end for 1000s

• Ideal for practitioners who aim to accumulate large numbers of mantras

This brass mala counter with a 9-pointed vajra and bell is a vital tool for serious Vajrayana practitioners, providing a clear method of tracking mantra recitations and enhancing focus in your spiritual practice.