Gyan Mudra - A Mudra of Knowledge.

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          Yoga is the age-old Indian philosophy that combines exercise, breathing, mudra, asana, relaxation, and meditation. Yoga is derived from Yuj ( Sanskrit word meaning Union ) which is a union of individual consciousness with universal consciousness. It emphasizes the relationship between body, mind, and harmony. Mudras have been used for thousands of years in yogic practice to restore and maintain health. Rishis (Sages) originally used mudras for rituals, relaxation, and deep meditation.

          Gyan mudra is practiced for ages by the yogis. It is a very powerful mudra that brings peace, calmness, and spiritual progress. This mudra stimulates the root chakra, eases tension and depression, enhances our alertness, and maintains the state of wakefulness. This mudra stimulates the brain and endocrine system and empowers the mind, nervous system, and pituitary gland. In traditional Ayurveda, this mudra is called Vayuvardhak (boosts the air element of our body). Gyan mudra is also known as Chin Mudra (Chin is a Sanskrit word meaning consciousness). Gherand samhita is the first to establish the function of Gyan mudra, yoga is to enhance our virtual power, our mental an physical power. It symbolizes the union of self with the universe, the unification of practitioner's soul (represented by index finger) and the supreme soul (represented by thumb).  

          The idols and pictures of Hindu Gods and Goddesses, and great spiritual masters like Guru Nanak, Christ, Buddha, and Mahavir are often depicted with Gyan mudra or some other mudras. According to ancient literature, Lord Sri Krishna was in Gyan mudra when he bestowed the knowledge of Bhagwat Geeta to Arjuna during Mahabharata. Lord Gautam Buddha was in Gyan mudra when he received enlightenment. Gyan Devi Saraswati is in the posture of Gyan mudra at Sringeri Adi Shankaracharya established Devi Saraswati is in the form of Sharada the counterpart of the female form of Sri Dakshinamurti (Giver of Dhyana or Gyan).

LORD SHIVA IN GYAN MUDRA


GAUTAM BUDDHA IN GYAN MUDRA

DEVI SHARADA FROM SRINGERI IN GYAN MUDRA
 

            How to perform Gyan mudra

  • Sit in any comfortable position.
  • Touch the tip of thumb with the tip of index finger. Keep other fingers (middle, ring and little finger) straight and extended. 
  • Close your eyes and concentrate on your breathing.
  • Performing this mudra while chanting mantras will yield more effective outcomes.
  • Do it with both hands.
  • Practice 3 times a day for 5-15 minutes each up to 45 minutes daily.

 

       Benefits of Gyan mudra:

  • It helps to relax the body and increases focus which is a basic requirement of meditation.
  • It helps to relieve stress and trancend wordly affictions.
  • It has calming effect on mind and bring the practitioner spiritual openness and ease in meditation.
  • Helps to enhance concentration.
  • It prevents insomnia and other sleep disorders.

  



            Mudras are the very simple and small tricks which helps us to live our life in a more enhanced way. 

Note: Daily practice of exercise, yoga, mudras, and meditation can help us keep our mind focused, and  body healthy.

  

               "STAY HEALTHY, STAY SAFE, AND ENJOY THE NATURE." 


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