ASATO MĀ SAD GAMAYA
ASATO MĀ SAD GAMAYA Shanthi Mantra oṃ asato mā sad gamaya tamaso mā jyotir gamaya mṛtyor mā ‘mṛtaṃ gamaya oṃ śāntiḥ śāntiḥ śāntiḥ Lead me (by giving knowledge) from the unreal to the real; from darkness (of ignorance) to the light (of knowledge); from death (sense of limitation) to immortality (limitless liberation), Om Peace, Peace, […]
MAHĀ MRITYUÑJAYA MANTRA
MAHĀ MRITYUÑJAYA MANTRA oṃ tryámbakaṃ yajāmahe sughandhíṃ puṣṭivardhánam urvārukam iva bandhánāt mṛtyor mukṣīya māmṛtāt Om Śāntiḥ Śāntiḥ Śāntiḥ We worship the three-eyed Lord (Shiva) who is full of sweet fragrance and nourishes human beings. May he liberate me from the fear of death like the cucumber of the vine freed from its stem, but not […]
GĀYATRĪ MANTRA
GĀYATRĪ MANTRA oṃ bhūr bhuvaḥ svaḥ tat savitur vareṇyaṃ bhargo devasya dhīmahi dhiyo yo naḥ pracodayāt Om Śāntiḥ Śāntiḥ Śāntiḥ We meditate on the glory of sacred light illuminating the three worlds. May that divine light inspire our thoughts, Om Peace, Peace, Peace History of Gāyatrī Mantra Vedic Origins: The Gāyatrī Mantra is found in […]
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 […]