Hand Mudra

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Practicing hand mudra positions can help improve your wellbeing, fitness and strength

immensely. Mudras are powerful centres of energy. The regular practice of these hand mudra positions can result in wonderous health benefits and a strong body.

S.No Name of Mudra Spritual Health life1 Gyan Mudra (Mudra of

Knowledge)

1

2 Vayu Mudra (Mudra of Air) air

3 Back Mudra back ache

4 Shunya Mudra (Mudra of

Emptiness)

dullness

5 Prithvi Mudra (Mudra of Earth) 1

6 Surya Mudra (Mudra of Sun) body fat excretory

7 Varuna Mudra (Mudra of Water) mucous

8 Bhudi Mudra

9 Apana Mudra (Mudra of Digestion) 1 excretory10 Prana Mudra (Mudra of Life) strong

11 Apana Vayu Mudra (Mudra of

Heart)

heart, gastric excretory

12 Kubera Mudra wealth

13 Bronchial & Asthma Mudra Bronchial

14 Mahathana Muthra respiratory,

menstrual pain

15 Linga Mudra (Mudra of Heat) mucous, Fat

16 Hakini Mudra brain

17 Thiani Muthra 11

18 Padma or Vajra Muthra 1

19 Shankh Mudra throat

20 Surabhi Mudra rheumatism

21 Kundalini Mudra orgasm

1.Gyan Mudra (Mudra of Knowledge):

Method:

Touch the tip of the thumb to the tip of the index finger, with the other

three fingers stretched out.

Specialty:

As it is a mudra of knowledge, it enhances the knowledge. The tip of

thumb has centers of pituitary and endocrine glands. When we press

these centers by index finger the two glands work actively.Time duration:There is no particular time duration for this mudra. You can practice by

sitting, standing or lying onbed whenever and wherever you have time.

Benefits

1. Increases memory power and sharpens the brain

2. Enhances concentration and prevents Insomnia

3. If we practice it regularly, it will cure all psychological

disorders like Mental, Hysteria, Anger and Depression



2. Vayu Mudra (Mudra of Air)

Method:

Keep the index finger on the base of the thumb and press with thumb

keeping the other threefingers extended and relaxed.Specialty:

It prevents all the diseases that occur due to the imbalance of the air.

Time Duration:

The practice of this mudra for 45 minutes reduces the severity of the

disease in 12 to 24 hours. Forbetter results practice it for two months.

Benefits:

1. It cures Rheumatism, Arthritis, Gout, Parkinson's disease and

paralysis without any medicine

2. It is useful for Cervical Spondilytis, paralysis to face and

catching of nerve in neck

3. It corrects the disorder of gas in the stomach

3. Back Mudra

Method

The thumb, middle finger and little finger of the right handshould touch and the indexfinger and ring finger are relaxed

and extended.In the left place the thumb joint on the nail of the index finger.

SpecialityThis is an excellent Mudra for backache. There are many

reasons for backache. Stress isone of the prime causes. This

Mudra is done with both hands.Time Duration:

This can be done four times a day for four minutes

4. Shunya Mudra (Mudra of Emptiness)

Method:

The middle finger should be bent until it touches the ball of the

thumb. Then with the thumb lightly press down on the middle finger.

The other fingers remain relaxed and extended. This should be donewith both hands.

Specialty:

It reduces the dullness in our body.

Time Duration:

One can practice it for 40 to 60 minutes daily until to be cured from

the disease.

Benefits:

1. It relieves an earache within 4 or 5 minutes

2. It is useful for the deaf and mentally challenged, but not

for inborn ones.



5.Prithvi Mudra (Mudra of Earth)

Method:

The tip of the thumb should be placed on top of the ring finger with a

little pressure. The other three fingers should be relaxed and extended.

This can be done with both hands three times for about fifteen

minutes a day.

Speciality: This Mudra activates the root chakra, which houses our vital energy or elemental force. A good vital energy optimizes the

physical potential in a person who is then in a position to actualize

both his physical and metaphysical goals. It is essential for a life of

fulfillment to ward off, energy deficits and the Prithvi Mudra is an

ideal tool.

Time Duration:

It has no particular time duration. You can practice it any time you

want.

Benefits:

1. It helps to increase the weight for weak people

2. It improves the complexion of skin and makes the skin to

glow

3. It makes the body active by keeping it healthy

6. Surya Mudra (Mudra of Sun):

Method:

Bend the ring finger and press it with thumb.

Specialty:

It sharpens the center in thyroid gland.

Time Duration:Practice it daily twice for 5 to 15 minutes.

Benefits:

1. It reduces cholesterol in body and helps in reducing weight

2. It reduces anxiety

3. It corrects indigestion problems



7. Varuna Mudra (Mudra of Water)

Method :

Bend the little finger of your right hand until the tip touches the

ball of the right thumb.Then place the thumb of the right hand

on it. With the left thumb press the little finger and thumb

lightly while the left hand gently encircles theright hand from

below, covering the back of the right palm.Specialty:

This Mudra is very good to get rid of the excess mucous that

collects in the stomach or lungs. A mucous overload is normally

associated with over-stimulated nerves and by people who are

tooconscious of their responsibility. In their perception, they

believe that they are saddled with every responsibility and it

works on their bodies in the form of mucous accumulation.

Time Duration:

It has no specific time duration and one can practice it according

to their time.

Benefits:

1. It retains clarity in blood by balancing water content in

the body2. Prevents the pains of Gastroenteritis and Muscle

Shrinkage

8. Bhudi Mudra

Method:

The tip of the thumb should be placed on the little finger

while the other fingers remain relaxed and extended

Specialty:

The Bhudi Mudra helps maintain the fluid balance in the body.Do this with each hand.

Time Duration:

This can be done three times a day for fifteen minutes.

9. Apana Mudra (Mudra of Digestion)

Method: The tips of middle finger and ring finger touch the tip of

thumb while the other two fingers are stretched out.

Specialty: This is called the energy Mudra. This Mudra helps remove

the toxins from the body. This Mudra also has a balancing effect on

the mind and helps develop inner balance and confidence.

Time Duration:

Practice it daily for 45 minutes, but practice for longer time yields

more benefits.

Benefits:

It regulates diabetes . It cures constipation and piles. It helps

excreting the normal waste regularly



10.Prana Mudra (Mudra of Life)

Method:

Bend ring finger and little finger and touch the tip of thumb with their

tips keeping the remaining two fingers stretched. This Mudra can be

done with both hands.

Specialty:As it is the mudra of life, it improves the power of life. Weak people

become strong. It reducesthe clamps in blood vessels . If we practice

it regularly, we will become active.

Time Duration:

half an hour a day or three times a day for fifteen minutes.

Benefits:

It improves immunity. Improves the power of eyes and reduces eye

related diseases. It removes the vitamin deficiency and fatigue

11. Apana Vayu Mudra (Mudra of Heart):

Method:

Bring the index finger is brought down on the mound of the thumb, andthe tips of the third andfourth finger join the thumb.The little finger

should be relaxed and extended. This can be done with each hand.ThisMudra can be done three times a day for fifteen minutes or until the

effect is felt.

Specialty:

This is called the Lifesaver and is the first aid for heart attacks. Everyconceivable problem has aMudra, which enables a cure. A person who

has developed heart trouble can check it by reducing the vayu tatva and

apan vayu of his body. He can do this with the Vayu and Apan Mudras.This Mudra issupposed to have immediate effect in an emergency. It

can also be used over a period of time tostrengthen the heart. However,

the Mudras are NOT a substitute for medication. It reduces the

gascontent in body.

Time Duration:

Practice it as many times as you can. Heart patients and BP patients can

practice it for 15 minutes daily twice forbetter results.

Benefits:

It strengthens the heart and regularizes palpitation. It regulates

excretory system. It redeems gastric trouble



12. Kubera Mudra :

Method:

You should press the fingers together when you do this. Here, the tips

of the thumb, index finger and middle finger are placed together.

The other two fingers are bent and rest in the middle of the hand. You

can continue with both the hands.

Specialty:This Mudra is quite remarkable as it dedicated to the god of wealth. In

this you use three fingers, which represent Mars, Jupiter and Saturn.

Mars stands for forcefulness, Jupiter for resplendence and Saturn for its

fixation on the essential. They are the thumb, middle finger and index

finger respectively. This Mudra is not just for money, but can be used

even for several specific goals. When these three fingers close and is

accompanied by intensity of thought, there is added strength. This

Kubera Mudra decongests the frontal sinuses. It increases the memory

powder, our wishes are fulfilled, and ultimately it removes all theobstacles in our carrier path.

13. Bronchial & Asthma Mudra

Method:

Place the little finger at the base of the thumb, the ring finger onthe upper thumb joint and the middle finger or the top soft

portion of thumb. The index finger should be extended. Thiscan be done for a few minutes everyday.

It can be done along with the Athma Mudra, which is also done

with both hands. Press together the fingernails of the middle

fingers while keeping the other fingers extended. This iseffective for asthma attacks.

Specialty:

These Mudras are very good for respiratory problems and can be

done with both hands. The Bronchial and the Asthma Mudras

can be done for a few minutes one after the other until the

breathing calms down.

Time Duration:For prolonged treatment these two Mudras can be done five

times every day for five minutes.



14.Mahathana Muthra

Method:

Press the tip of index and middle fingers with the index and

middle fingers of the other hand as shown in the picture.

Specialty:

It has great connection with respiratory system. It cleans the

abdominal area. It is the remedy and menstrual pain.

15. Linga Mudra (Mudra of Heat)

Method: Interlock the fingers of both the hands and keep the

thumb of the left hand vertically straight and encircle it withthe thumb and the index finger of the righthand.

Specialty: This Mudra boosts the body's immune system and

loosens the mucous that hasbeen collected in the lungs and itis believed to make the body more resistant tocolds and chest

infections. Those who habitually suffer from bad colds

andincurable chest infections are advised to practise the Linga

Mudra. This Mudra ishelpful in weight reduction

also. However, because of the heat it generates, theMudra can

be taxing and can result in a feeling of lethargy. Weight-

watchers whopractise it must ensure that they consume

'cooling' foods like fruits or drink asmuch water as they can -

at least eight glasses a day.

Time Duration: Practice it any time you want. But don't

practice it a lot as it produces heat in the body.. It can cause

sweating evenin winter if you practice it longer.

Benefits: It stops production of phlegm and gives power to

lungs. It cures severe cold and bronchial infection. It

invigorates the body .

16. Hakini Mudra

Method: People should sit down in contemplation with bothhands in the front and fingers touching at he tips deep

as though in deep thoughtThe fingertips of both hands should be placed together.The eyes should be directed upward with

the tip of the tongue placed on the gums whileinhaling.Makethe tongue fall again while exhaling and then take a deep

breath. This helps memory.

Specialty: This is a very interesting and significant muthra.

Unwittingly, this is quiet popular, since it is good for the

brain.

Time Duration: This that practiced anywhere, at any time



17.Thiani Muthra

Method:

Sit comfortably and place your hands on your lap.

Connect both tips of thumbs and positioned as if you are

holding a soup bowl as shown in the picture.

Specialty:

You will unexplainable peace of mind. It removes thedirt of our mind and takes near God

18. Padma or Vajra Muthra

Method:

Interlock the fingers of both the hands and press the tips of the

thumbs.

Specialty:It increases strong belief and will power, if you practice this

muthra, when obstacles occur, obstacles gradually diminish

and victory will be achieved

Time Duration:

3 times 15mins a day.

19. Shank Mudra

Method:

Encircle the thumb with the four fingers of the right hand. Touch

the right thumb to the extended middle finger to the extended

middle ringer of the left hand. Now, together, the two hands

resemble a conch shell. Hold the hands in front of your sternum and chant Om with it.

Speciality:

This Mudra is common in Hindu temples. This Mudra is very

good for problems of the throat. Mudras are practised all over theworld these days and have been incorporated in various schools of self-development and growth. The conch shell is blown during all

rituals. In this Mudra, the positioning and clasping of the fingerssimulate a conch shell.

Time Duration:

This can be done three times every day for fifteen minutes.



20.Surabhi Mudra

Method:

The little finger of the left hand should touch the ring finger

of the right hand and the little finger of the right hand

should touch the ring finger of the left hand. The middle

fingers of the both hands should touch the index fingers of

the other keeping the thumbs extended.Speciality:

This Mudra seems a bit complicated and almost looks like a

puppet player¶s fingers in action. It is supposed to be an

effective tool against rheumatism.

Time Duration:

This can be done three times every day for fifteen minutes.

21.Kundalini Mudra

Method:

Here, both the hands should form a loose fist. Then, extend theleft index finger into the right fist from below and place it on the

pad of the right thumb. The other fingers of the right hand cover

the finger from above. It is like a loose and comfortable fleshy

glove for the left index finger. Hold this Mudra as low as

possible in front of the abdomen.

Speciality:

Good sex is essential for personal well-being and a sexualorgasm with a compatible partner is closest an earthly act can

take us to the inner sanctum of unadulterated joy. The KundaliniMudra is associated with the sexual force that needs to be

awakened. It is about the unification of the masculine and

feminine. Several schools of yoga and even the martial arts haverecognized the immense power of the fountain of human sexual

energy. It is the receptacle of regeneration and creativity.

Time Duration:

Do this Mudra three times every day for fifteen minutes.

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