Karungali & Red Sandalwood Jap Mala

Karungli & Red Sandalwood Jap Mala — 108 Bead Combination Mala

A rare combination of two distinctive natural woods, the Karungli & Red Sandalwood Jap Mala brings together the deep, earthy character of Karungli wood with the rich natural tones of authentic Red Sandalwood.

Handcrafted by Ishwar Tattva, this unique combination mala features alternating Karungli and Red Sandalwood beads, creating a striking rhythm of dark and warm natural wood throughout the mala.

Designed for japa, mantra chanting, meditation, puja and personal spiritual practice, this mala is for those who appreciate something beyond a conventional single-material mala.

Product Details

• Materials: Natural Karungli (Ebony Wood) + Original Red Sandalwood
• Bead Arrangement: Alternating Karungli and Red Sandalwood beads
• Bead Count: 108 beads + 1 Guru Bead
• Bead Sizes: Multiple sizes available
• Karungli Origin: South India
• Red Sandalwood Origin: Andhra Pradesh / Nellore
• Finish: Natural / polished, according to selected option
• Use: Japa, meditation, mantra chanting, puja and spiritual practice
• Certification: As applicable to the selected materials

A Rare Combination of Natural Woods

The beauty of this Karungli Red Sandalwood Mala lies in its alternating pattern. The deep black character of Karungli contrasts naturally with the warm tones of Red Sandalwood, creating a mala that is both traditional and distinctive.

Rather than using one type of bead throughout, every alternate bead introduces the character of the other wood. The result is a balanced visual rhythm that makes this mala immediately recognisable.

Traditional Spiritual Significance

Karungli and Red Sandalwood each have their own place in Indian spiritual traditions. Karungli is traditionally associated with qualities such as grounding, protection and devotion, while Red Sandalwood (Rakta Chandan) has a long-standing place in Indian devotional and ritual practices.

These associations are matters of tradition and belief, rather than guaranteed physical or supernatural effects.

108 Beads for Japa

The traditional 108-bead mala provides a structured rhythm for mantra recitation. Move one bead for each repetition of your chosen mantra. When you reach the Guru bead, traditionally do not cross it — turn the mala around and continue in the opposite direction.

Customise Your Combination Mala

The concept of combining different natural beads is central to Ishwar Tattva. Depending on the available options, you can customise your mala with:

• Preferred bead size
• Karungli and Red Sandalwood combination
• Choice of Guru bead
• Choice of tassel quality and colour
• Choice between thread and string

We can also create other wooden-bead combinations according to your preference.

Why Choose Ishwar Tattva?

We are not simply putting different beads together. Our malas are handcrafted with attention to bead selection, arrangement and finishing. Natural variations in grain, texture and colour are expected and make every mala subtly unique.

Two woods. One rhythm. One personal journey.

Ishwar Tattva — From Nature to Nirvana.