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CLASSIC HANDMADE WORRY BEADS IN A WIDE VARIETY OF COLORS.
The worry bead is one of the most characteristic items of Greek and broader Mediterranean culture. It has a long history that begins in antiquity and extends to various cultures.
The first references to the use of beads are found in India and the Arab world, where worry beads had religious or mystical significance. In the Middle East, "misbah" or "tasbih" were used for counting prayers.
With the expansion of trade routes, worry beads passed into the Ottoman Empire, where they became popular among the upper classes. From a prayer tool, they evolved into objects of relaxation and meditation, something that defined them in Greek tradition.
In Greece, worry beads spread during the period of the Ottoman Empire and became popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They were primarily used for relaxation and personal enjoyment.
During the 1920s-1950s, worry beads became popular among men, associating calmness and male self-control. They were considered a sign of strength and prestige.
Nowadays, worry beads remain a favorite item for many people. They are used as:
Worry beads continue to symbolize the Greek way of life and the need for moments of relaxation amidst the intensity of everyday life.
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