{"product_id":"kamalgatta-mala","title":"Kamalgatta Mala - 108+1 Lotus Seed Jaap Mala for Lakshmi Puja (UAE)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ds-product\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kamalgatta Mala is a 108-bead japa mala hand-strung from whole dried lotus seeds (kamal gatta), with one sumeru bead and a red cotton tassel. It is the mala traditionally chosen for Maa Lakshmi mantra jaap, because the lotus is her seat and her name - Kamala, the one who dwells in the lotus. Each mala comes in a velvet pouch and is delivered across the UAE.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery bead is a real lotus seed, so no two are identical. The mala is about 90 cm long, and each bead is a matte charcoal-grey seed of roughly 10-12 mm with small natural marks and tonal variation, knotted on red thread so the beads do not rub against one another while you chant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a kamalgatta?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKamalgatta is the hard, dried seed of the sacred lotus, Nelumbo nucifera. Once it ripens in the seed head of the flower, the seed coat turns dark and almost stone-hard, which is what lets it be drilled and strung into a mala that lasts for years of daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe same seeds are offered loose in Lakshmi puja and in Shri Suktam havan, which is why many families keep both a kamalgatta mala for jaap and a small set of seeds for the altar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy devotees choose a kamalgatta mala\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Lakshmi sadhana:\u003c\/strong\u003e the traditional mala for Om Shreem Mahalakshmyai Namah, Shri Suktam and Kanakdhara Stotram.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Diwali and Dhanteras jaap:\u003c\/strong\u003e many households begin a 108 count on Lakshmi Puja night and continue it on Fridays through the year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor steady, focused practice:\u003c\/strong\u003e the seeds are light and slightly larger than tulsi beads, so they are easy to count by touch during long sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural and unpolished:\u003c\/strong\u003e no lacquer, dye or plastic - just lotus seed and cotton thread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Kamalgatta Mala - 108 lotus seed beads + 1 sumeru bead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMala length approx. 90 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead size approx. 10-12 mm (natural variation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnotted on red cotton thread with a red tassel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVelvet pouch for storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use your kamalgatta mala\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBefore first use, sprinkle a few drops of Gangajal on the mala and keep it at your mandir overnight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSit facing east or north. Hold the mala in your right hand, draped over the middle finger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMove one bead towards you with your thumb for each mantra, keeping the index finger lifted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen you reach the sumeru, do not cross it. Turn the mala and begin the next round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReturn the mala to its velvet pouch after jaap, and keep it apart from everyday jewellery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gomukhi-japa-mala-bag-radha-krishna-hare-krishna-cotton-bead-bag\"\u003eGomukhi japa bag\u003c\/a\u003e keeps the mala covered while you chant, and a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sacred-kamalgatta-set-11pcs-for-pooja\"\u003eKamalgatta set of 11 seeds\u003c\/a\u003e completes the Lakshmi altar. For the full puja sequence, read our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guide\/maa-lakshmi-puja-vidhi-complete-guide-home-diwali-uae\"\u003eMaa Lakshmi Puja Vidhi guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the mala dry and away from perfume and oils, as lotus seed is a natural material. If the thread loosens after long use, the mala can be re-strung by any local mala maker. Small surface marks on the seeds are natural and are not defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKamalgatta Mala delivery in the UAE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDivine Sansar delivers to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman and every other emirate, so families in Bur Dubai, Karama, Al Nahda, Musaffah or Al Rashidiya can have the mala at home in time for Lakshmi Puja. Delivery is free on UAE orders from AED 30, and this mala qualifies on its own. Cash on delivery and Tabby are available at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jaap-mala\"\u003eJaap Mala collection\u003c\/a\u003e for tulsi, rudraksha, sphatik and karungali malas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhich mantra is chanted on a kamalgatta mala?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is traditionally used for Maa Lakshmi mantras, such as Om Shreem Mahalakshmyai Namah, Shri Suktam and Kanakdhara Stotram. Many devotees also use it for Kuber mantra jaap on Dhanteras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow many beads does the mala have?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e108 lotus seed beads plus one sumeru bead, which marks the start and end of each round. The full mala is about 90 cm long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAre the beads real lotus seeds?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Every bead is a whole dried lotus seed. That is why the size, shade and surface vary slightly from bead to bead, which is a sign of a natural mala.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use the kamalgatta mala every day?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Many people use it daily, while others keep it especially for Friday Lakshmi jaap, Diwali and Sharad Purnima. Store it in its velvet pouch between sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I wear a kamalgatta mala?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is made as a japa mala for counting mantras rather than as jewellery. If you do wear it, remove it before bathing and sleeping so the thread stays strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the difference between a kamalgatta mala and a tulsi mala?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTulsi is the mala of Vishnu and Krishna devotion, while kamalgatta is traditionally linked with Maa Lakshmi. The lotus seed beads are also larger and lighter in feel than tulsi beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I gift a kamalgatta mala for Diwali?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It arrives in a velvet pouch, which makes it a thoughtful Diwali or griha pravesh gift for anyone who does Lakshmi puja at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow quickly will it reach me in the UAE?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders ship across all seven emirates, and delivery is free from AED 30. The delivery estimate for your area is shown at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAdd Divine to your Rituals.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Divinesansar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53735380615480,"sku":"DS-KAMALGATTA-MALA","price":50.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/3588\/8184\/files\/01-kamalgatta-mala-hero-marble.jpg?v=1793798737","url":"https:\/\/divinesansar.com\/products\/kamalgatta-mala","provider":"Divine Sansar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}