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Worry Beads |
Worry beads, traditionally known as Komboloi, are used to relieve
stress and generally pass time. Unlike other form of prayer beads, the worry
beads do not have religious significance as such. They are merely seen as an
instrument of relaxation and stress management.
Materials
Mala beads are made from beads which may vary from :
- Amber
- Coral
- Plastic
- Amber resin (such as Faturan)
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These are generally preferred because they are pleasant to handle
than non-organic materials such as metal or minerals. Greek Kombolois
generally have an odd number of beads and may or may not sport a tassel.