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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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,

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Chonmukha Mudra

Chonmukha Mudra Introduction Mudras are powerful yogic hand gestures that direct energy flow, deepen meditation, and activate subtle channels of the body. They are widely

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Dvimukha Mudra

Dvimukha Mudra Introduction Mudras are sacred hand gestures used in yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, and Indian classical dance to channel subtle energy and deepen awareness. Each

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Gada Mudra (Mace Gesture)

Gada Mudra (Mace Gesture) Introduction Gada Mudra, also known as the Mace Mudra, is a powerful yogic hand gesture that symbolizes strength, stability, and power,

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Chakra Mudra (Wheel Gesture)

Chakra Mudra (Wheel Gesture) Introduction Chakra Mudra is a yogic hand gesture designed to stimulate energy centers (chakras) and enhance the flow of prana (life

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Bhu Mudrā

Bhu Mudrā Introduction Bhu Mudrā is a yogic hand gesture that symbolizes grounding, stability, and connection with Earth energy. Named after Bhu, meaning “Earth” in

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Bam Mudra

Bam Mudra Introduction Mudras are subtle yogic gestures that influence the flow of prana (life force) and consciousness. They work through the body–mind–energy connection, affecting

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Bhairava Mudrā

Bhairava Mudrā Introduction Bhairava Mudrā is a powerful yogic and tantric hand gesture used to stimulate courage, willpower, and transformation. Named after Bhairava, the fierce

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Bhuchari Mudrā

Bhuchari Mudrā Introduction Bhuchari Mudrā is a yogic hand gesture designed to enhance grounding, stability, and prānic flow through the lower body and Earth energy.

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Bhūmi-Sparśa Mudrā

Bhūmi-Sparśa Mudrā Introduction Bhūmi-Sparśa Mudrā, literally meaning “gesture of touching the earth,” is one of the most iconic mudrās in Buddhist and yogic traditions. It

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Bhudi Mudra (Knowledge/Touch Mudra)

Bhudi Mudra (Knowledge/Touch Mudra) Introduction Bhudi Mudra, sometimes referred to as Buddhi Mudra, is a yogic hand gesture that symbolizes the enhancement of wisdom, intellect,

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Bharamara Mudrā

Bharamara Mudrā Introduction Bharamara Mudrā is a therapeutic and meditative hand gesture in yoga, named after Bharamara, which means “humming bee” in Sanskrit. This mudrā

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Ashvaratna Mudrā

Ashvaratna Mudrā Introduction Ashvaratna Mudrā is a specialized yogic hand gesture that is traditionally used in Tantric and meditative practices to channel energy and enhance

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Atmanjali Mudrā

Atmanjali Mudrā or Namaskar Mudra (My Essence Meets Your Essence Gesture) or Anjali Mudra (Gesture of prayer) Introduction Atmanjali Mudrā is a sacred yogic hand

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Asthma Mudrā

Asthma Mudrā Introduction Asthma Mudrā is a therapeutic hand gesture in yoga specifically used to support respiratory health and relieve symptoms of asthma, bronchitis, and

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Avahana Mudrā

Avahana Mudrā   Introduction   Avahana Mudrā is a yogic gesture used primarily in rituals, meditation, and spiritual practice to invoke, welcome, and draw in

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Back Mudrā

Back Mudrā Introduction Back Mudrā is a specialized yogic hand gesture aimed at relieving back pain, improving spinal health, and enhancing posture. It works by

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Archaka Mudrā

Archaka Mudrā Introduction Archaka Mudrā is a subtle yogic hand gesture associated with ritual, devotion, and offering. The term archaka refers to a priest or

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Ashwini Mudrā

Ashwini Mudrā Introduction Ashwini Mudrā is a foundational yogic practice that focuses on strengthening and controlling the perineal muscles, which play a crucial role in

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Back Pain Mudrā

Back Pain Mudrā Introduction Back Pain Mudrā is a therapeutic hand gesture used in yoga to alleviate discomfort, strengthen the back muscles, and promote spinal

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Apāna Vāyu Mudrā

Apāna Vāyu Mudrā Introduction Apāna Vāyu Mudrā is a highly revered hand gesture in yoga, often referred to as the “Mudrā of Heart Health” or

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Anantha Prajñā Mudrā

Anantha Prajñā Mudrā Introduction Anantha Prajñā Mudrā is a yogic hand gesture symbolizing infinite wisdom, eternal awareness, and unbounded consciousness. The term comes from Sanskrit:

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Anjali Mudrā

Anjali Mudrā Introduction Anjali Mudrā is one of the most well-known and widely practiced hand gestures in yoga, spirituality, and daily cultural life across India

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Anāhata Mudrā

Anāhata Mudrā Introduction Anāhata Mudrā is a yogic hand and heart gesture associated with the heart chakra (Anāhata Cakra), located at the center of the

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Antar Chaitanya Mudrā

Antar Chaitanya Mudrā Introduction Antar Chaitanya Mudrā is a subtle yogic gesture used in meditation and pratyāhāra (withdrawal of the senses) to cultivate awareness of

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