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Japamala versus Rosary comparison chart
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| Introduction (from Wikipedia) | A Japamala or mala or Jaap maala is a string of prayer beads commonly used in Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism, Buddhism, and other traditions for an Eastern spiritual practice known in Sanskrit as japa. |
The Rosary, usually in the form of the Dominican rosary, is a form of prayer used especially in the Catholic Church named for the string of prayer beads used to count the component prayers. |
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| Literal meaning | "Buddha pearls" or flower garland |
Crown of Roses |
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| Religion | Buddhism, Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism |
Christianity |
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| Alternate Names | Mala |
Chaplet |
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| Purpose | Meditation |
Prayer |
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