Karana Mudra
Karana Mudra Introduction Karana Mudra is one of the hasta mudras (hand gestures) found in yoga, Buddhism, and Indian dance traditions. It is primarily known as a protective gesture used to ward off negativity, fear, and illness. The mudra is depicted in ancient Buddhist and Hindu iconography, where deities and enlightened beings use it to […]
Maha Bheda Mudra
Maha Bheda Mudra Introduction Maha Bheda Mudra is a classical Hatha Yoga mudra described in texts like the Hatha Yoga Pradipika. It is considered one of the most powerful mudras for spiritual awakening, working directly on the Kundalini Shakti. It combines the application of bandhas (energy locks) and breath retention to pierce through the central […]
Kapota Mudra
Kapota Mudra Introduction Kapota Mudra is a sacred hand gesture used in yoga, meditation, and classical dance (Natya Shastra tradition). In Sanskrit, “Kapota” means dove or pigeon, and this mudra is symbolic of humility, reverence, openness, and prayer. It is commonly practiced during meditation, pranayama, and devotional rituals, promoting inner peace, receptivity, and surrender. In […]
Kurma Mudrā
Kurma Mudrā Introduction Kurma Mudrā, also called the Tortoise Gesture, is a symbolic yogic hand gesture that represents withdrawal, stillness, and deep inner stability. Just as a tortoise withdraws into its shell for protection and rest, this mudra helps practitioners withdraw their senses (pratyahara) and turn their awareness inward. It is widely practiced in Hatha […]
Linga Mudra
Linga Mudra Introduction Linga Mudra is a powerful hand gesture in yoga and Ayurveda that symbolizes the union of masculine and feminine energies and represents Lord Shiva (the cosmic masculine principle). It is considered a heating mudra, often practiced to boost vitality, inner strength, immunity, and energy. This mudra harnesses the fire element (Agni Tattva) […]
Maha Mudra
Maha Mudra Introduction Maha Mudra, described in the Hatha Yoga Pradipika and other classical yoga texts, is one of the most revered yogic practices. Considered a king among mudras, it harmonizes the body, mind, and spirit. Maha Mudra combines asanas, bandhas, pranayama, and drishti (gaze) to awaken prana, stimulate the chakras, and purify the nadis […]
Ushakaal Mudra
Ushakaal Mudra Introduction Ushakaal Mudra is a subtle hand gesture in yoga designed to stimulate energy flow, support mental focus, and enhance vitality. It is believed to balance the body’s energy channels, promoting clarity of mind and overall wellness. The term Ushakaal combines Usha, meaning dawn or new beginning, and Kaal, meaning time or energy […]
Udana Mudra
Udana Mudra Introduction Udana Mudra is a hand gesture in yoga that helps boost energy, improve vitality, and enhance upward flow of prana (life force). It is particularly used to stimulate the throat and head regions, supporting communication, mental clarity, and spiritual growth. The term Udana in Sanskrit means “upward moving energy”, reflecting the mudra’s […]
Trishula Mudrā
Trishula Mudrā Introduction The word Trishula means trident, the three-pronged weapon of Lord Shiva that symbolizes the destruction of ignorance and the triumph of higher consciousness. In yogic and tantric traditions, the three prongs represent the three gunas (sattva, rajas, tamas), the three nadis (ida, pingala, sushumna), or the three aspects of time (past, present, […]
Surya Mudra
Surya Mudra Introduction Surya Mudra, also known as the “Sun Gesture,” is a hand mudra in yoga that is believed to stimulate the fire element (Agni) in the body, promoting metabolism, energy, and vitality. It is particularly beneficial for weight management, digestion, and boosting overall energy levels. The word Surya in Sanskrit means sun, symbolizing […]