In the process of collecting and playing with Bodhi strings, there are some principles known as the "Five Don'ts of Bodhi String Play". These principles help enthusiasts to avoid some common misunderstandings and problems, so as to better enjoy the fun and cultural connotations brought by bodhi strings. The following are the five principles of not playing with linden strings:
- Don't play with bleached linden
Bleached Bodhi Bead strings refer to Bodhi roots that have been chemically treated to make their color more uniform and vibrant. Although these Bodhi bracelets look very colorful, the bleaching process destroys the natural structure of the linden beads, making it very fragile and becoming very vulnerable to damage. At the same time, bleached lindens lose their natural oils and textures, and it is difficult to form a pulp during playing. Therefore, it is recommended not to play with bleached linden and choose natural color linden.
- Don't play with dyed linden
Dyed lindens are those that have been artificially dyed to give them a special color. Although the color of these lindens is bright, the dyeing agent may be harmful to the human body, and long-term exposure to it may affect your health. In addition, dyed lindens are prone to color fading during play, which affects the aesthetics. Therefore, it is not recommended to play with dyed linden, and it is safer and more reliable to choose natural color linden.
- Don't play with new lindens that pretend to be old lindens.
Old bodhi refers to the bodhi that has been played for many years and oxidized naturally, with deep color and hard texture, which has a high collection value. However, some merchants will use new material to pretend to be old material, and make the new material look like old material through artificial means such as making old material. Although the appearance of these strings is similar to the old material, but the texture and play effect with the real old material has a big gap. Therefore, it is recommended not to play with new material that pretends to be old material, and to choose old material from reputable merchants and professional appraisals.
- Don't play with rough craftsmanship
The craftsmanship of a bodhi directly affects its beauty and playing experience. Roughly crafted linden strings are usually not properly handled during the carving and polishing process, resulting in a rough surface and unclear texture, which affects the aesthetics and feel of the strings. This kind of linden string is not only not good for playing, but also easy to be damaged in long-term use. Therefore, it is recommended not to play with roughly crafted bodhi strings, and to choose well-crafted and meticulously handled pieces.
- Don't play with low-priced linden.
Too low a price often means a compromise in quality. Overly low-priced bodhi strings may have poor materials, rough craftsmanship, or even staining and bleaching. Although the low price is attractive, these problems will affect the beauty of the string and the playing experience, which will not pay off in the long run. Therefore, it is recommended not to play with underpriced linden strings and to choose reliable quality linden at a reasonable price.
To summarize
The "Five Don'ts of Bodhi" principle helps bodhi string enthusiasts to avoid some common misunderstandings and problems during the selection and playing process. If you want to buy a genuine linden bracelet, you can go to
THEPUTI, a website that sells linden strings that are made from pure linden fruit and originated from Indonesia. Lastly, we hope that all linden enthusiasts will follow the above suggestions to avoid unnecessary losses.
