Mala Beads Color Meanings
When selecting a mala you may consider how the stones or beads appeal to you, how does the color or pattern make you feel? Every mala color has a meaning and emotion, would you like to discover which color resonates best with you? Start scrolling to learn about each colors energy and then pick the one that vibes with you.
BLACK
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Looking back to ancient times, the Egyptians associated the color black with eternal life, as resurrection was seen as emerging from the darkness.
A black mala has the energy of mystery, elegance, and security. Black signals the mind and body by boosting confidence in appearance and increasing the sense of potential and possibility.
Black gemstones signify grounding energy, protection, and success while in Feng Shui black represents Yin energy.
Popular black gemstones are Onyx, Obsidian, and Tourmaline.
BLUE
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Like the vast celestial sky or the deepest oceanic sea, the color blue is linked with infinity, and wide open spaces.
A blue mala represents freedom and faithfulness. The color blue symbolizes trust, relaxation, peacefulness, and well-being.
Meditating with the color blue may help you feel calm, peaceful, and reflective. Blue is believed to offer protection against the evil eye.
BROWN
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A brown mala represents reliability, warmth, and honesty. The color brown creates a connection with the Earth, it is a stable and grounding color.
In Feng Shui, brown represents the Wood Element and Earth energy.
Many mala beads made of wood or seeds are organically brown in nature and used in spiritual practice, such as sandalwood, rosewood, and rudraksha.
GRAY
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A gray mala represents balance, both feminine and masculine qualities and is often associated with formal and sophisticated moods or styles.
In Greek Mythology, Chronos the ruler of time was often illustrated as a man with a gray beard and long hair turning the zodiac wheel. The color gray is linked to wisdom, the aspect of time, and age.
One of the most striking gray gemstones is Labradorite with its unique iridescence.
GREEN
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A green mala represents growth, renewal, and healing. Green is the color of awakenings, during meditation draw on the color green for a fresh start, to open new opportunities, or to undertake personal growth in your life.
The Heart Chakras calming green vibration perceives the energy of others and is connected with empathy, joy, and love.
Some of the most notable green meditation stones are Jade, Aventurine, and Bloodstone.
ORANGE
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Orange represents enjoyment, vitality, fun, and movement. It is the color of the Sacral Chakra which represents creativity, pleasure, and trust.
An orange mala embodies brilliance, vibrancy, and activity. Draw on this color during meditation if you want to break down barriers and increase enthusiasm within yourself.
Carnelian, Aventurine, and Sunstone are orange crystals worthy of their vibrancy.
PINK
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A pink mala symbolizes affection, harmony, inner peace, and compassion. The color pink is a universal symbol for love of oneself and of others.
During meditation draw on the color pink to open affairs of the heart. Some shades of pink may also inspire creativity and vibrancy.
Notable pink crystals are Rose Quartz and Rhodonite.
PURPLE
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A purple mala signifies a commitment to human potential, spiritual values, and the expansion of the mind.
Throughout history the color purple was symbolic of royalty, luxury, and spirituality because dyes of this color were rare in nature and expensive to produce.
Purple is the color of insight, transformation, and tranquility.
Amethyst is one of the most popular crystals used for calming the mind and enhancing meditation. Lepidolite is a soothing stone, promoting calmness.
RED
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A red mala symbolizes power, passion, and energetic drive. The Root Chakra responds to the color red and is our connection to the earth, being supportive and grounding.
Recall upon the strong qualities of red in your meditations when you lack drive, direction, or courage.
Prominent red gemstones are Jasper, Garnet, and dark Carnelian.
WHITE
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A white mala represents wholeness, purity, and intuition. White evokes feelings of calm and freshness.
White is the color of peace and has been related to rites of passage since antiquity. In Feng Shui white symbolizes Yang energy and is linked to the Metal Element.
White is comprised of all seven colors of the rainbow. There are many white crystals, some of the most popular are Moonstone, Howlite and Quartz.
YELLOW
Yellow Malas
A yellow mala inspires optimism, clarity, and generosity. Yellow and gold represent life-giving energy, enlightenment, and the divine.
The most visible of all colors, yellow is energetic inspiring creativity from within a clear and open mind.
Yellow and gold crystals to light your way are Citrine, Tiger Eye, and Yellow Jasper.
