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What is a Mudra
Mudras are described as hand positions. Each area of the hand it has a reflex reaction in a specific part of the brain. A Mudra locks and guides energy flow and reflexes to the brain.
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Gyan Mudra
Place together the tip of the index finger and thumb . Index finger represents Jupiter. Jupiter represents knowledge, and expansion. This is one of the most commonly use Mudras.
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Shuni Mundra
Place together the tip of the middle finger and thumb. The middle finger it is associated with Saturn. Saturn represents the patience, discernment, and the law of karma, be courageous, and responsible.
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Surya Ravi Mundra
Place together the tip of the ring finger and thumb. Ring finger it is associated with the Sun, or Uranus. The Sun represents energy, health, and sexuality. Uranus represents the nervous system strength, intuition, and change. continue


Buddhi Mundra
Place together the tip of the pinky and thumb. The pinky finger it is associated with Mercury. Mercury represents quickness, and the power of communication.
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Venus Lock
The name derivates of the connection of the negative and positive side of the Venus mounds on each hand, which is the fleshy area at the base of the thumb.
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Prayer Mundra
Neutralizes the positive (male) and negative side (female) of the body. It’s always done before starting a Yoga class. By pressing the palms of the hands together firmly we connect the two hemispheres of the brain bringing them to balance. continue

 

Bear Grip
This Mudra is use to stimulate the heart, and to intensify concentration. The right hand is facing the chest, and the left hand is facing the palm of the right hand.
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Hands In Lap
This Mudra it is commonly used for meditation. The right hand is resting on top of the left palm. Both palms are facing up, resting on the lap. The tips of the thumbs touch. The hand position is reverse for women.
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Planets and Days of the Week
The planets are also associates with the days of the week, as follows:
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