You've probably seen religious people picking beads. Why do they do it? The fact is that this action has a beneficial effect on both the spiritual and physical spheres of a person.
History and modernity
The word "rosary" comes from the old Russian "chet" - "to count, read, read". They are a cord or ribbon, usually closed in a ring, with uniform elements strung on: these can be knots, grains, plates, most often beads. In many denominations and spiritual teachings, the rosary symbolizes infinity or the staircase to heaven.
Rosary beads have become popular since ancient times. It is believed that the first such items appeared in the II millennium BC. in India.
Noble and wealthy people always kept a rosary of precious stones and gems with them and at every opportunity they began to sort them out. In many religions - Hinduism, Islam, Buddhism, Christianity - beads are still used to count prayers, mantras or other ritual actions.
The rosary is most often worn around the neck in the form of a necklace. A short rosary is put on the finger. The longer ones are on the wrist. Instead of rosary beads, Catholics sometimes wear wreaths of roses (rosaries), which are wound around the arm, inserted into a belt, or put into a pocket. They can also be carried in a special bag - "scapula", on which texts of prayers or images of saints can be embroidered.
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In Russia, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, one can also find "cross-over" rosary, which is a flat ribbon on which rectangular plates are strung. Usually there are 13 of them, although there may be 8, and 10, and 12. Such rosary beads in Russian are called "chatterboxes" and are often made in prisons from any material at hand. They are worn by "authorities", twisting around the fingers or the whole palm.
How are rosary beads useful?
Modern neurologists and psychologists believe that fingering the rosary relieves stress, depression, neuroses, fears, and helps to cope with anxiety. The fact is, they say, that there are nerve endings at our fingertips that are directly connected to the brain.
Rosary beads were made from a variety of materials. Most often - from the bones and horns of animals, ceramics, glass, metal, valuable tree species such as sandalwood or cypress, natural stones and minerals - jasper, jade, amber, rock crystal, coral, pearls. It is assumed that the smallest particles of these materials penetrate the body through the skin of the fingers, enriching it with useful substances. As a result, beads have a healing effect.
Nowadays, rosary is widely used by Buddhists and esotericists. You can find them in stores of magic, esoteric and health goods.
Let's look at how the most popular materials used to make beads affect a person.
Wood
Wood has always been credited with a healing effect. Bioenergetics experts claim that it helps relieve stress and overwork, improve coordination of movements, concentration of memory and attention.
Which wood beads should you choose? But it really depends on your individual characteristics. So, people who are emotionally unbalanced are suitable poplar, aspen, spruce, mountain ash or bird cherry. For those with a timid and melancholic character, rosary beads made of oak, birch, cedar, juniper, beech or acacia are recommended.
Nephritis
The ancient Aztec Indians considered this stone sacred, talismans and masks were made from it, which they wore for safe communication with spirits. In ancient China, the jade rosary was popular, which also played the role of talismans, giving protection and bringing good luck. It is recommended to sort out jade beads before important events.
Moon rock
This beautiful milky white stone, shimmering gold inside, removes aggressiveness and bestows calmness. It is useful to touch the moonstone rosary if you are angry with someone or you have a tense relationship with someone. In addition, these beads will help you develop intuition and imagination.
Malachite
Rosary from this stone of dark or light green shade has long been given to children. It is believed that they can serve as an amulet that will protect the child from illness and danger.
Lapis lazuli
This bright blue stone is recommended for people who are engaged in spiritual practices. It is believed that it helps to comprehend the essence of things. Lapis lazuli also has another important property: in a difficult situation, it will help you concentrate and make the right decision.
Obsidian
Obsidian is another magic stone. Actually, not even a stone, but glass of volcanic origin. Most often it comes in various shades of gray, less often it is yellow, brown or red.
Obsidian rosary is useful for those who have a disorder with thoughts and feelings. They will help you to give up bad intentions, not to make trouble and, above all, not to harm yourself.
Who should use the rosary and how?
First of all, it is recommended to use rosary beads for those who have to work a lot with their fingers - musicians, those who often sit at the computer. It helps to strengthen the muscles and joints of the hands and improve motor skills. Also "clear therapy" is indicated for elderly people.
How to properly handle a rosary if you want to achieve a healing effect? First, you need to stretch and massage your hands from fingers to wrist, then rub them with rosary beads so that warmth appears in your hands.
I wish you health and harmony!
Author: Margarita Troitsyna