Prayer beads are used in many religions and cultures around the world, either to help with prayer and meditation or to keep the fingers occupied during times of stress. Gomukhi Japa Mala Bag is to keep Rudraksha, Tulsi, or any other Mala during mantra chanting, meditation, and even when these are not in use. While chanting, one generally keeps the sacred japa beads in a bead bag to keep them clean and off the floor. One side of the bag is large enough to insert your hand. Your index finger coming out of the smaller hole on the other side helps you hold on to the bag. Place your beads in the bag, and you're ready to go. Now to chant the Hare Krishna Mantra, the japa mala is traditionally held in the right hand. The index finger never touches the mala. Beginning with the bead next to the head bead, gently roll the bead between the thumb and middle finger of your right hand while chanting your mantra.