Ceramic Mund Mala for Maa Kali, Bhairava & Shiva | Narmund Kapal Mala | 8 mm, 10 mm & 12 mm

Keep Your Devotion Close

For those who feel connected to Maa Kali, Lord Bhairava or Lord Shiva, a Mund Mala is a meaningful expression of devotion. Its skull-shaped beads remind us to let go of ego, accept change and stay connected to our spiritual path.

This Ceramic Mund Mala features ivory-coloured skull beads with brown detailing and a red-black thread tassel. Choose from three bead sizes to suit your wearing preference and practice.

Traditional Names & Meaning

Also known as Mundamala, Narmund Mala, Kapal Mala, Kapalamala, Rundamala or Skull Mala, it represents the garland of heads or skulls seen in the imagery of Maa Kali, Bhairava and fierce forms of Shiva.

Traditionally, this symbolism is connected with detachment, wisdom, the passing nature of life and spiritual transformation.

Devotional Uses

• Wearing: Wear during worship or as a reminder of your devotion to your chosen deity.
• Mantra Japa: Use for devotional repetition where ceramic skull beads are accepted in your practice.
• Meditation: Keep it with you during quiet reflection and meditation.
• Deity Adornment: Offer as shringar for a suitably sized deity idol or place respectfully at your altar.
• Sadhana: For Kali, Bhairava, Shaiva, Shakti or Mahavidya practices, follow your guru's instructions and your own spiritual tradition.

8 mm - 108+1 Beads

Smaller beads without knots, suitable for those who prefer a finer mala or wish to count 108 devotional repetitions.

• Bead Size: Approximately 8 mm
• Bead Count: 108+1
• Threading: Without knots between beads
• Length Laid Double: Approximately 18 inches

10 mm - 50+1 Beads

Medium-sized beads with knots, a choice for devotional wearing, prayer and deity adornment.

• Bead Size: Approximately 10 mm
• Bead Count: 50+1
• Threading: Knotted between beads
• Length Laid Double: Approximately 14 inches

12 mm - 40+1 Beads

Larger beads with knots and prominent skull detailing, for those who prefer a bolder traditional appearance.

• Bead Size: Approximately 12 mm
• Bead Count: 40+1
• Threading: Knotted between beads
• Length Laid Double: Approximately 14 inches

You may include the mala in your devotional wearing, altar adornment or prayer practice on the following occasions, according to your tradition:

• Chaitra & Shardiya Navratri: For Devi worship, prayer and devotional practice, particularly when your path is connected with Maa Kali or Chamunda.
• Magha & Ashadha Gupt Navratri: Occasions associated with dedicated Devi and Mahavidya sadhana. Use the mala according to your guru's guidance on material, mantra and bead count.
• Kali Puja / Shyama Puja: For devotion to Maa Kali during the Diwali Amavasya observance.
• Monthly Kalashtami & Kaal Bhairava Jayanti: For Bhairava worship, nama japa and devotional wearing.
• Maha Shivaratri & Monthly Shivaratri: For Shiva prayer, meditation and worship.
• Amavasya: For Kali or Bhairava upasana where this is part of your family's or guru's tradition.

You can also begin on an ordinary day with sincere prayer. Follow the occasion and practice that feel meaningful within your spiritual path.

• Product: Ceramic Mund Mala / Skull Bead Mala
• Material: Ceramic
• Colour: Ivory / off-white with brown detailing
• Bead Shape: Skull-shaped; detailing differs by variant
• Available Sizes: 8 mm, 10 mm and 12 mm
• Finish: Red and black thread tassel
• Quantity: 1 mala in your selected variant

Minor variations in shade, markings, size and tassel finish may occur. All measurements are approximate.

Deity pictures, lamps, flowers and other photography props are not included.

Begin with Prayer & Sankalp

1. Sit in a clean, peaceful place near your altar and hold the mala gently.
2. Remember your Isht Devta and Kul Devta, and offer pranam to your chosen deity.
3. You may offer flowers and light a diya or dhoop safely nearby.
4. Set a simple sankalp in your own words, expressing your devotion and purpose.
5. Repeat your chosen deity's name or prayer, then wear the mala, begin japa or offer it as deity shringar.

Simple Devotional Prayers

• For Maa Kali: Om Kalikayai Namah
  ॐ कालिकायै नमः।
• For Lord Bhairava: Om Bhairavaya Namah
  ॐ भैरवाय नमः।
• For Lord Shiva: Om Namah Shivaya
  ॐ नमः शिवाय।

Choose the prayer connected with your deity. You may repeat it 11, 21 or 108 times according to your time and practice. The 8 mm, 108+1 variant is the option for counting a complete round of 108 repetitions.

For Guru Diksha & Formal Sadhana

If you have received guru diksha, use the mantra, japa count and method given by your guru. For Kali, Bhairava, Mahavidya or other Tantric sadhana, follow your lineage's instructions on whether a ceramic Mund Mala is suitable and whether it should be worn, used for japa or offered at the altar.

If you follow a personal bhakti path, keep your practice simple with your deity's name, familiar prayers and sincere intention. Let your devotion guide you towards consistency, discipline and thoughtful actions.