The Vasudeva Mantra Kada for the Wrist
A kada is a plain, solid bracelet that people wear on the wrist as a mark of devotion. Ours is the Vasudeva Mantra Kada, ₹699, in 304 stainless steel and fully adjustable. It's built around the Vasudeva mantra, Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya, which roughly means I bow to Lord Vasudeva. Think of this Krishna kada as a Krishna bracelet for any ordinary day.
A Tag Necklace With Krishna Close to the Heart
A tag lies flat against the chest, so you can wear it under a shirt and still know it's there. The Hare Krishna Tag Necklace is ₹949, in stainless steel, with a spiritual engraving. It's a Krishna necklace for men who don't want anything loud. Look at it as a Krishna tag, not a pendant. Wear it alone as a quiet Krishna chain for men, or with the kada as a pair.
Pendant or Locket: Choosing the Right Krishna Piece
Bracelet, pendant or locket? A bracelet is on show all day. A pendant stays close to the chest. A locket opens, so it can hold something tiny. We haven't listed a Krishna pendant, a Krishna locket or a Lord Krishna pendant yet, so for now it's the kada or the tag. Someone always on the move may like the kada. Someone who prays at home may prefer the tag. Meanwhile, see other necklaces and chains.
Giving It on Janmashtami and Beyond
On Janmashtami, depending on your tradition, Plenty of families fast and stay up till midnight. Among Janmashtami gift ideas, something small to wear is easy to hand over that morning. Janmashtami gifts like these also suit a birthday or a first job. There's more in spiritual gifts.
Lord Krishna Gifts: Questions Answered
What does the Hare Krishna mantra say?
Hare Krishna, Hare Krishna, Krishna Krishna, Hare Hare. Hare Rama, Hare Rama, Rama Rama, Hare Hare. People chant it as a prayer, often with beads. Our tag necklace takes its name from it.
How many Krishna names are there?
That depends who you ask. One well known recitation lists 108 names, and a longer one has a thousand. In real life most families use a handful, like Gopal, Govind, Mohan and Vasudeva.
Can a woman wear a kada?
Yes. The Vasudeva Mantra Kada page lists both a Female and a Male option, though its title says For Him. Anyone who'd like to carry the mantra can wear it.
Which wrist is right for a kada?
There's no fixed rule. Plenty of people wear it on the right, others on the left, and some families have their own custom. If you're unsure, ask an elder at home, or pick the wrist that feels natural.
Is the bracelet fine for daily use?
The kada is 304 stainless steel and fully adjustable, so yes, you can wear it every day. The finish is listed as 22K gold plated, and plating wears with time. Take it off before swimming or a workout, and keep it dry.
Can I add a name?
The product pages don't show a name option. If you'd like something added, email support@foundationgift.com before you order. Wait for our reply first, since we can't promise it.
Is it a good gift for someone who isn't very devout?
It can be, if you choose carefully. Both pieces look like normal everyday jewellery. Even so, a mantra piece means most to someone who values it, so think about their taste first.
