You have probably seen rosaries - beads strung on a strong thread, resembling a necklace. At the same time, both the material and the shape of the elements (grains) of the product can be any, it can be decorated with bones, chains, and other details. These products also differ in purpose. There are many variations adopted in different religions - for example, Muslim, Buddhist, and Orthodox rosaries, as well as items specially created to improve health and calmness. Thanks to this article, you will be able to familiarize yourself with all the varieties and functions of accessories in more detail. If you're interested in exploring a diverse range of rosary beads, including unique designs and materials, you can find a collection of these spiritual and therapeutic accessories at ukrburshtyn.com.

What are rosaries?

Craftsmen use a wide variety of materials for the manufacture of such products - from ropes and wool to precious stones and metals. Raw materials are selected taking into account the tastes of a particular person, the tasks that the accessory will perform and its impact. The advantages of the most common options are listed here.

Wooden rosaries (especially from valuable species - cedar, eucalyptus, paduka or boxwood) help relieve migraine attacks, common headaches, reduce pressure and improve sleep. Some types of wood have a very pleasant smell, which is why they can completely replace aromatic sachets.

Rosary beads made of natural stones have the ability to emit energy and magnetic vibrations. Going through them, you will soon feel a positive effect - for example, improving health, improving the condition of the skin, stabilizing the psyche. In addition, tiny particles from the surface of the grains penetrate through the skin of the fingers, sharing with you the phytoncides contained in the mineral, essential oils and trace elements. For example, amber products contain the oil and acid of the same name - the strongest immunomodulators that cleanse cells of toxins and bacteria. And touching the palms, they become electrified - combining with the electromagnetic potential characteristic of each body, such a charge can completely replace a physical therapy session!

It is very useful to have accessories with beads of different materials. This will allow you to fully experience the healing power of the rosaries, using them in any situation.

The ritual meaning of the rosary

Rosary beads are used in all world religions for counting prayers, concentration and concentration. At the same time, each belief establishes a certain shape and design of the product, as well as the number of beads - therefore, just by looking at the accessory, you can easily determine which faith a person professes.

For example, in Islam, classic rosaries contain 11, 33 or 99 (that's the number of names of Allah, according to tradition) beads. Every 11 grains is followed by a bridge (a larger ball, pendant or bead of a different shape), which allows you to better orient yourself in performing zikra (praising God) and salat. They are called subha, misbaha or tasbih - "whip for Satan", and their purpose and method of application have been discussed by such prominent scholars as Imam Jalaluddin al-Suyuti, Imam Abu al-Hasanat al-Laknavi, Sheikh Muhammad ibn 'Illyan al-Siddiq .

The functions of rosaries are a medical aspect

Initially, such products were used exclusively for religious purposes. But gradually people appreciated their usefulness, and now rosaries are an attribute of any person who cares about his physical, mental and emotional health.

Even ancient Greek doctors noted that sorting through small objects has a positive effect on a person's condition, helps to get rid of anxiety and insomnia. Later, a scientific explanation was found for this - there are biologically active points and many nerve endings connected to brain centers responsible for switching attention, thinking, memory and hormonal activity on the fingers and palm. Therefore, their massage is a necessary part of medical therapy. Let's consider this mechanism in more detail:

• by massaging your index finger with beads of the rosary, you even out your breathing, relieve spasm of blood vessels that supply blood to the lungs and brain;
• by touching the accessory with the middle finger, you can get rid of excessively violent emotions - anger, despair, fear;
• the ring finger, which is involved in picking beads, helps to stabilize pressure, reduce the body's weather sensitivity;
• by rolling the string between your palms, you have a comprehensive effect on the entire nervous system, relieve stress, depression, and can even ease the course of neurosis;
• when squeezing the product in the fist, the work of internal organs is normalized, the bioenergetic balance is established, and the overall tone of the body increases.

In addition, buying rosaries is a great way to develop fine motor skills. They can be used both by children, while improving coordination and learning to count, and by adults - for example, restoring the hand after injuries or illnesses. Such a product will be useful for office workers who often suffer from contractures (spasm of the joints and muscles of the hand, caused by long monotonous activity), and for people whose occupational disease is arthritis and arthrosis - tailors, massage therapists, hairdressers. Regular use of the accessory will reduce the symptoms of the disease, balance the load on the muscles, and prevent their degradation.

Chotkas affect not only the physical condition of the body. Thus, in psychotherapy, they are often used as a means of calming, switching from traumatic events to being "here and now". Touching the smooth, easily sliding beads helps to concentrate attention, get rid of nervousness and self-doubt, relieve tension and muscle cramps. Sometimes they are even used for memorizing information - sifting through grains is combined with the repetition of poems, prayers or text.

Rosary aesthetics

In the modern world, such a product is not only a religious affiliation, but also an ornament. If precious stones and metals were used for its manufacture, such an accessory can turn into a status indicator, and even a work of art! With their help, you can emphasize one or another detail of your appearance, divert attention from flaws, show individuality and creativity.

Therefore, rosaries are a great gift for everyone who cares about their health and mental stability. And our online store will help you choose the best model - our assortment includes Christian, Buddhist, and Muslim rosaries made of natural Polish amber of various shades.