What are the benefits of chanting rounds within Japa Mala bag or Go-mukhi ?

Sanātana Gosvamī states in Hari-bhakti-vilāsa (2.146), quoting a verse Sammohana-tantra that one should keep his japa-mala hidden which is why Gauḍīya Vaiṣṇavas always keep their japa beads hidden from view in a cloth bag. The exact words used are gopayen nija-mālikām, hide one's japa mālā.

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Japa bags should be made of cotton or silk rather than synthetic fabrics. Your japa beads and bag should be personal, rather than shared with another person. Today, bags come in a variety of sizes, colors and prints, so keeping track of your bag should be easy. It's better to keep beads in their bag rather than hanging them up on the wall or wearing them, as this protects them from dirt and damage. It's best to not use your bead bag to carry other items (keys, money, other paraphernalia) unless your bead bag has a special pouch on the outside for that purpose. Even then, remember that Srimate Tulasi-devi is present, and should receive all respects. Be careful not to let the beads touch anything, especially the floor. Always keep your japa bag clean and in good repair, and make sure that the bag is big enough to accommodate your beads, so they don't keep falling out.

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Gadadhar das September 5, 2013 at 5:10pm

Sanātana Gosvamī states in Hari-bhakti-vilāsa (2.146), quoting a verse Sammohana-tantra that one should keep his japa-mala hidden which is why Gauḍīya Vaiṣṇavas always keep their japa beads hidden from view in a cloth bag. The exact words used are gopayen nija-mālikām, hide one's japa mālā.

Something more:

Japa bags should be made of cotton or silk rather than synthetic fabrics. Your japa beads and bag should be personal, rather than shared with another person. Today, bags come in a variety of sizes, colors and prints, so keeping track of your bag should be easy. It's better to keep beads in their bag rather than hanging them up on the wall or wearing them, as this protects them from dirt and damage. It's best to not use your bead bag to carry other items (keys, money, other paraphernalia) unless your bead bag has a special pouch on the outside for that purpose. Even then, remember that Srimate Tulasi-devi is present, and should receive all respects. Be careful not to let the beads touch anything, especially the floor. Always keep your japa bag clean and in good repair, and make sure that the bag is big enough to accommodate your beads, so they don't keep falling out.
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Mohini Madhavi September 5, 2013 at 12:54pm

please use this web site Prabhu http://harekrishnajapa.com

it is all about chanting the Hare Krishna Maha Mantra.

Your servant,

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