Duration: 3 minutes | Level: Beginner
Gyan Mudra
Gyan mudra, otherwise known as chin mudra, is a sacred hand gesture or ‘seal’ used to direct energy and maintain focus. Gyan mudra is one of the most important and well known mudras, found across Buddhist, Hindu and Yoga traditions alike. Gyan is Sanskrit for ‘knowledge’ or ‘wisdom,’ and so this gesture is sometimes referred to as the Mudra of Knowledge.
To perform this mudra, bring the tip of the thumb and index finger together on both hands, forming a circle. Keep the remaining three fingers outstretched with the palm facing upward.
Gyan mudra is also referred to as chin mudra, cin mudra, and gyana mudra.
Benefits
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- <li>Gyan mudra is thought to be directly connected to the <em>Muladhara chakra</em>, the root energy centre responsible for governing our sense of stability.</li>
- <li>Security and interconnectedness. On regular practice of this mudra may help to provide relief from depression or worries related to root chakra imbalance.</li>
- <li>Increase mental strength</li>
- <li>Sharpen concentration</li>
- <li>Improve focus.</li>
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