It is considered a traditional
practice to wear a shawl for meditation as meditation shawls
retain the energy. This energy when accumulated, has a beneficial effect
on the mind and the aura. Traditionally, meditation shawls are kept in a
sacred space, when not in use and cleaned occasionally. These shawls are
suitable for meditation, to cover up in, to lie upon, or to wrap around
to keep warm.
Fabric:
It is believed that the more
meditation is done wearing these shawls, the greater will be the charge
on the shawls. It is best to wear meditation shawl only for spiritual
practices to allow the energy to build. With a continuous build up of
positive energy, the shawl can protect people during difficult moments.
Fabric:
Meditation shawls are usually made from high quality, soft wool or
silk. Handloomed meditation shawls are crafted using fine wool and
lustrous silk threads. Alpaca blend meditation shawls are woven from
lustrous fibre of the alpaca. Pure cotton is also used to make soft and
warm meditation shawls. Hand woven Pashmina meditation wraps are ideal
for taking on retreat. Available in various colors like black, chocolate
brown, burgundy and camel, meditation shawls create an amazing
luminosity and iridescence. Cotton meditation shawls come in a
combination of blue/red, orange/red, pink/red/ purple/red/ white/red,
etc.
Design & Pattern:
Meditation shawls are usually woven in soft colours and designs to
represent peace of mind. The intricate crochet design of flowers and
lattice of the border at each end of alpaca meditation shawls provide
exceptional warmth and peace. These shawls have been created with care
in contemporary interpretation of ancient motifs and a pallet of nature
inspired colours. The soft and supple wool meditation shawls impart a
beautiful aura of warmth, kindness, and joy through their simplicity.
Market of Meditation Shawls:
Handwoven pashmina meditation shawls are produced in the Himalayan
region of Kashmir in India. The incredibly warm meditation wraps are
also produced by skilled weavers of Kullu and Kangra in the Himachal
region. Nagaland in the North-Eastern part of India is also known for
producing high quality meditation shawls. Pashmina handwoven shawls or
meditation wraps from Nepal holds special meaning and are very popular
in various parts of the world.