The answer to the question of how to choose a rosary depends on the purpose for which the rosary is planned to be used. After all, if a few decades ago, rosary beads were considered an exclusively religious attribute, now rosary beads enjoy a reputation as a stylish and at the same time functional accessory.
Instructions
Step 1
Traditionally, rosary beads have been used in Buddhism, Islam and Christianity to count the number of prayers performed. And today, in many Orthodox churches, special prayer beads are sold, which help to focus on prayer. However, if the rosary is planned to be chosen specifically for prayer purposes, several criteria must be taken into account. For a start, it is better to choose a small rosary, 30 knots or beads - for each bead in prayer. In this case, it is recommended to buy a rosary either in a monastery or in a church. It is believed that the rosary should be weaved with the prayer and blessing of the clergyman. But even the "prayed" beads acquired in the monastery are recommended by Orthodox priests to consecrate, having received a blessing from the parish priest to use this important religious attribute. Since it is undesirable to perform prayers with a rosary in public, for prayer purposes it is better to choose a silent rosary - wooden or wicker.
Step 2
As a fashionable accessory, rosary beads began to be used relatively recently. Such rosary beads differ from the Orthodox by the absence of a cross symbol and can be made from a variety of materials: semi-precious stones, metals, beads, lotus seeds, ivory, wooden or glass beads tied with threads. Purchased as a fashion accessory or as a means of calming, concentrating and relieving stress, beads are selected mainly for price and aesthetic criteria. Decorative rosary can be an original and practical gift. Especially interesting as a gift are aromatic rosary or rosary with fine skillful carvings on bone or wood. For a man, it is better to choose a monochromatic, dark-colored rosary made of semi-precious stones, for example, agate or hematite. Women's rosary can be made in the form of jewelry bijouterie and serve both as a rosary and as a stylish adornment. For example, the classic Catholic rosary - rosaries are often worn as a spectacular decoration around the neck.
