Oh, lordy, these old eyes ain’t what they used to be. But I reckon I can still tell you a thing or two about them Buddha beads. Now, what was it? Oh, yeah, the colors. What them colors on them beads mean, you ask? Well, sit a spell and let me tell you.
Them Colors on Buddha Beads
Them beads ain’t just pretty things to look at, no sir. Each color means somethin’ different, like a secret code or somethin’. Just like the flowers in my garden, each one’s got its own way of bein’. So pay attention, now.
Black Beads, Strong Like Bull
First off, you got your black beads. Black as the night sky, them beads is. They say black is for keepin’ the bad stuff away, like a big ol’ fence around your soul. Wear them black beads, and you’ll be safe and sound, they say. Strong like bull, protect you from bad luck.
Red Beads, Hot Like Fire
Then you got your red beads. Red like a rooster’s comb, them is. Red is for energy, like a good cup of coffee in the mornin’. Gives you that get-up-and-go, you know? If you’re feelin’ tired and wore out, put on them red beads and you’ll be right as rain. Hot like fire, them red beads is.
Green Beads, Calm Like a Tree
Now, green beads, them’s for healin’. Green like the grass in springtime, nice and calm. If you’re feelin’ sick or your heart’s hurtin’, them green beads will help you mend. Like a cool breeze on a hot day, they are. Calm you down, make you feel like you are in a forest, near a tree. Make you feel new again, bring you lots of money, people say.
Yellow Beads, Happy Like Sunshine
Yellow beads, they’re as bright as the sun. Yellow is for bein’ happy and positive, like a good laugh with your friends. Wear them yellow beads and you’ll be smilin’ all day long. They also say yellow beads will make you feel good about yourself, always look on the bright side.
White Beads, Peaceful Like a Dove
White beads, them is for peace. White like a dove, pure and clean. If your mind’s all cluttered up and you can’t think straight, put on them white beads. They’ll help you find your calm, like a quiet mornin’ on the porch. Make your mind clear, see things better, they say.
Orange Beads, Creative Like a Painter
And then there’s orange beads. Orange like a, well, like an orange! Them’s for being creative, like when you’re makin’ somethin’ with your hands. If you need a new idea, wear them orange beads. They say it helps you think of new things, like a painter with a new brush.
The Big Bead, Smart Like an Owl
Now, you see that big bead on the string? That ain’t just for show. That big bead, they say it’s for wisdom. Like knowin’ the right thing to do, even when it’s hard. Smart like an owl, that big bead is. Help you see what really matters.
Bell-Shaped Bead, Empty Like a Jug
And that little bell-shaped one? That’s for somethin’ called “emptiness.” Sounds kinda strange, I know. But it means lettin’ go of all the worries and troubles, like an empty jug waitin’ to be filled with somethin’ good. That little bell sound, they say it reminds you to empty your mind. Empty mind is good, they say.
More Colors, More Meanings
But that ain’t all, no sir. There are so many colors of Buddha beads. Every color got a meaning, like a story in a quilt.
- Blue beads, they say those are for calm.
- Purple beads, them is for, well, somethin’ fancy, I reckon. Like a king or a queen.
- Brown beads, solid like the ground. Keep you steady, they say.
Buddha Beads for Good Luck
See that man, Buddha? He got beads in his hand, too. That’s ’cause them beads is for good fortune, they say. Like findin’ a four-leaf clover, or a penny on the ground. Carry them beads, and good things will come your way, like a blessin’ from above. Good luck charm, those Buddha beads.
Choose Your Beads, Choose Your Luck
So, there you have it. Them Buddha beads ain’t just pretty, they got meanin’. So next time you see them, remember what them colors mean. Pick the ones you need, and wear ’em with a good heart.
Now, I’m gonna go sit on the porch and watch the sun go down. These old bones are tired. But you remember what I told you about them Buddha beads. They might just bring you a little bit of luck, and a whole lot of somethin’ special.
