Duration: 3 minutes | Level: Beginner
Jnana Mudra
Jnana mudra is a psychic gesture of knowledge and is one of the most common mudras used by yogis in meditation. The name comes from the Sanskrit jnana, meaning "knowledge" and mudra, meaning "gesture."
To perform this mudra, the index finger folds and touches the base of the thumb. It should be practiced in a comfortable seated position, with hands placed on the knees, palms facing forward. The little finger, ring finger and middle finger remain straight and point downward. The index finger forms a circle and the thumb points out.
A very common variation of jnana mudra is when the tip of the index finger touches the tip of the thumb, forming a full circle. This mudra may also be called chin mudra.
Benefits
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- <li>Improves creativity</li>
- <li>Increases mental peace and spirituality</li>
- <li>Stabilizes the mind. </li>
- <li>Benefitial for the memory</li>
- <li>Regulates the flow of air in the body.</li>
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