Duration: 3 minutes | Level: Beginner
Surya Ravi Mudra
Surya ravi mudra is a simple hand gesture used to assist yogis physically, spiritually and symbolically during the practice of certain yoga asanas, pranayama and meditation.
From Sanskrit, surya, means “sun” and is also the name of the sun god. Likewise, ravi means “sun” and is the name of one of the adityas, which are the 12 sun gods that each shine over a different month. Mudra means “mark,” “seal” or “closure." This mudra is also sometimes called prithvi (earth element) mudra.
To practice surya ravi mudra, the tip of the ring finger touches the tip of the thumb while the other three fingers remain comfortably extended.
Benefits
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- <li>Stimulates the nervous system and improves digestion</li>
- <li>Strengthens the body and increases stamina</li>
- <li>Boosts metabolism</li>
- <li>Strengthens intuition</li>
- <li>Supports positive transformation</li>
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