Girivar Mudra (Mountain Gesture)
Girivar Mudra (Mountain Gesture) Introduction Girivar Mudra, also known as the Mountain Gesture, is a yogic hand gesture that symbolizes stability, groundedness, and strength. The mudra is inspired by the steadiness and immovability of a mountain, helping practitioners cultivate inner stability, focus, and balance. It is commonly used in meditation, pranayama, and yoga therapy to […]
Gnana Mudra (Gesture of Knowledge)
Gnana Mudra (Gesture of Knowledge) Introduction Gnana Mudra, also known as Jnana Mudra or Mudra of Knowledge, is one of the most widely used yogic hand gestures. It is primarily employed in meditation, pranayama, and mindfulness practices to enhance mental clarity, spiritual wisdom, and inner peace. This mudra is believed to stimulate the mind, calm […]
Granthita Mudra (Knot Gesture)
Granthita Mudra (Knot Gesture) Introduction Granthita Mudra, also called the Knot Gesture, is a yogic hand gesture designed to release tension, resolve energetic blockages, and enhance mental focus. It is commonly used in meditation, pranayama, and mudra therapy to promote calmness, concentration, and balanced energy flow. This mudra symbolizes the untying of knots within the […]
Garuda Mudra (Eagle Gesture)
Garuda Mudra (Eagle Gesture) Introduction Garuda Mudra, named after Garuda, the mythological eagle and mount of Lord Vishnu, is a powerful yogic hand gesture that symbolizes strength, vitality, protection, and courage. This mudra is used in pranayama, meditation, and mudra therapy to stimulate energy flow, enhance immunity, and balance the body’s prana. It is also […]
Chaturmukha Mudra
Chaturmukha Mudra Introduction In yoga and tantra, mudras are symbolic gestures that regulate prana (life force) and channel subtle energies within the body–mind system. They are used in meditation, ritual worship, and yogic therapy. Among them, Chaturmukha Mudra is a sacred hand gesture often depicted in classical Indian dance, iconography of deities, and yogic practices. […]
Ganesh Mudra (Elephant Gesture)
Ganesh Mudra (Elephant Gesture) Introduction Ganesh Mudra is a yogic hand gesture inspired by Lord Ganesha, the Hindu deity symbolizing removal of obstacles, wisdom, and strength. This mudra is primarily used in yoga, pranayama, and meditation to cultivate courage, confidence, and focus. It helps to open the chest, strengthen the upper body, and release tension, […]
Chandrakalā Mudra
Chandrakalā Mudra Introduction Mudras are subtle yogic gestures that channel prana (life energy) and consciousness into specific pathways of the body–mind system. In yogic and tantric traditions, certain mudras are associated with celestial forces such as the sun (Surya) and the moon (Chandra). Chandrakalā Mudra is one such gesture that embodies the cooling, calming, and […]
Dhenu Mudra (Cow Gesture)
Dhenu Mudra (Cow Gesture) Introduction Dhenu Mudra, also known as the Cow Gesture, is a yogic hand gesture that symbolizes nourishment, vitality, and the flow of energy. Inspired by the cow, which in yogic and Ayurvedic traditions represents abundance, sustenance, and nurturing energy, this mudra is practiced to enhance digestion, metabolism, and overall energy balance. […]
Dharmachakra Mudra
Dharmachakra Mudra Introduction Mudras are sacred hand gestures used in yoga, meditation, and spiritual traditions to channel prana (life energy) and deepen awareness. Among these, the Dharmachakra Mudra is especially significant in Buddhism. This mudra, meaning the “gesture of turning the Wheel of Dharma”, symbolizes the moment when Lord Buddha gave his first sermon at […]
Chin Mudra (Gesture of Consciousness)
Chin Mudra (Gesture of Consciousness) Introduction Chin Mudra is one of the most commonly practiced yogic hand gestures, used widely in meditation, pranayama, and mindfulness practices. It is known as the gesture of consciousness, connecting the practitioner to inner awareness and spiritual insight. This mudra is particularly effective for calming the mind, enhancing focus, and […]