Pavitra Mala - 22 Inches | White Colour Thread Garland/ Deity Decor
• Pavithra mala is made to adorn deities, mostly Perumal (Sri Vaishnava deities), as per agama requirements.
• Made of cotton, Pavitra malas have 180 knots tied, similar to the 108 knots in a Japamala.
• The mala serves as a spiritual tool to align and balance these states, encouraging holistic growth and unity in thought, emotion, and action during meditation or rituals.
In Hindu philosophy, the white Pavitra Mala, which is frequently worn during religious or spiritual activities, is linked to "rajas bhava," or the quality of activity and enthusiasm. In the Samkhya theory, Rajas is one of the three gunas (qualities) that stand for action, desire, and restlessness. When connected to rajas bhava, the white hue of the Pavitra Mala represents both the dynamic force needed to achieve worldly objectives as well as purity, divine energy, and spiritual elevation. By focusing one's energies on dedication and constructive action, wearing the mala can demonstrate a balance between spiritual development and material involvement.
• The tradition of Pavitra mala has been passed down from ancient times:
- In Satyuga, the Pavitra was jewel-embedded.
- In Tretayuga, it was made of gold.
- In Dwaparyuga, it was silk.
- In Kaliyuga, cotton is used for offerings.
• It is believed that on Pavitra Ekadasi, Prabhu accepts the Pavitra from devotees of all types, bestowing them with the corresponding Bhakti Bhava.
• It is presented to deities, Yaga kundams, and Kalasam during Pavithra Utsavams (annual cleansing ceremonies) or Samprokshanam (Kumbabhishekam).
• Pavithra mala is distributed to devotees after the pooja as prasadam.
• A Sri Vaishnava can wear the Pavithra mala during Aradhana, as one of the malas.
Available in different colors. Visit our GIRI stores/website to choose your preferred Pavithra Mala.
