Guest guest Posted March 31, 2008 Report Share Posted March 31, 2008 Gyan Mudra Introduction Gyan mudra is one of the most commonly used hand position. It is widely accepted in all yogic meditation practices. Pictures and idols of Lord Buddha, Mahavir and saints (sage) often depict this mudra. It is linked with enlightened wisdom. Literally, it is derived from the Sanskrit word "Gyan" or "Jnana" which means knowledge. This means Gyan mudra is the gesture of knowledge. In this mudra, the index finger and thumb are used. According to palmistry, Index finger represents Jupiter. Jupiter represents knowledge ( Gyan ) and expansion. The thumb represents the element Fire ( Agni Tatva ) and the index finger represents the element Wind ( Vayu Tatva ). Thumb ( Agni ) is the symbol of divine energy and the index finger ( Vayu ) symbolizes the ego. By Practicing this mudra, the ego of the practitioner is stimulated by the divine energy, which regulates the subconscious mind patterning. Continuous refinement in subconscious behaviour cleanses the aura and empowers it with great vitality. There are a number of variations of this mudra for higher and higher degrees of attainment e.g. Purna Gyan Mudra and Maha Gyan Mudra. As one keeps attaining higher and higher levels of the mind, mudras change. Method In this mudra, both the thumb and the index finger are connected with each other with gentle pressure and rest of the fingers remains straight normally, without tension. In a variation, the index finger is bent under the thumb such that the fingernail is on the second joint of the thumb. Click here to see the images Effects The instant effect of this mudra is felt as slow relaxation of mind. Practice of this mudra increases the blood circulation in the brain, which boosts oxygen supply to the brain cells. This helps to improve receptivity of the brain. Its practice sharply improves the capacity of the brain to retain and retrieve information. Regular practice of gyan mudra strengthens the nerve system, thereby greatly increases memory, intelligence (IQ) and concentration in studies. It purifies the mind of the practitioner and bestows wisdom. Gyan mudra helps to cure brain related problems. Several types of mental disorders are prevented and cured by consistent practice of this mudra. This mudra is good for stresses and strains, headache, migraines, insomnia, depression, emotional instability, indecisiveness, idleness, laziness, indolence, hysteria etc. It also cures intoxication and addictive habits. Short-tempered and impatient people can also get soothing improvement in their nature by practicing this mudra. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~RAHUL~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2008 Report Share Posted May 13, 2008 jai gurudev thanks rahul that was really good explained thanks jai gurudev Rahul K Mistry <nds_rahulmistry Sent: Monday, 31 March, 2008 7:50:21 AM Yoga : Gyan Mudra Gyan Mudra Introduction Gyan mudra is one of the most commonly used hand position. It is widely accepted in all yogic meditation practices. Pictures and idols of Lord Buddha, Mahavir and saints (sage) often depict this mudra. It is linked with enlightened wisdom. Literally, it is derived from the Sanskrit word "Gyan" or "Jnana" which means knowledge. This means Gyan mudra is the gesture of knowledge. In this mudra, the index finger and thumb are used. According to palmistry, Index finger represents Jupiter. Jupiter represents knowledge ( Gyan ) and expansion. The thumb represents the element Fire ( Agni Tatva ) and the index finger represents the element Wind ( Vayu Tatva ). Thumb ( Agni ) is the symbol of divine energy and the index finger ( Vayu ) symbolizes the ego. By Practicing this mudra, the ego of the practitioner is stimulated by the divine energy, which regulates the subconscious mind patterning. Continuous refinement in subconscious behaviour cleanses the aura and empowers it with great vitality. There are a number of variations of this mudra for higher and higher degrees of attainment e.g. Purna Gyan Mudra and Maha Gyan Mudra. As one keeps attaining higher and higher levels of the mind, mudras change. Method In this mudra, both the thumb and the index finger are connected with each other with gentle pressure and rest of the fingers remains straight normally, without tension. In a variation, the index finger is bent under the thumb such that the fingernail is on the second joint of the thumb. Click here to see the images Effects The instant effect of this mudra is felt as slow relaxation of mind. Practice of this mudra increases the blood circulation in the brain, which boosts oxygen supply to the brain cells. This helps to improve receptivity of the brain. Its practice sharply improves the capacity of the brain to retain and retrieve information. Regular practice of gyan mudra strengthens the nerve system, thereby greatly increases memory, intelligence (IQ) and concentration in studies. It purifies the mind of the practitioner and bestows wisdom. Gyan mudra helps to cure brain related problems. Several types of mental disorders are prevented and cured by consistent practice of this mudra. This mudra is good for stresses and strains, headache, migraines, insomnia, depression, emotional instability, indecisiveness, idleness, laziness, indolence, hysteria etc. It also cures intoxication and addictive habits. Short-tempered and impatient people can also get soothing improvement in their nature by practicing this mudra. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~RAHUL~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~ Sent from Mail. A Smarter Email. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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