
- 72 pages
- English
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About this book
Hand mudras have been used for centuries in yogic traditions to promote health and wellbeing, and they are considered valuable tools on the path of spiritual awakening.
This card set provides 72 of the most important hand mudras used in yoga. The gestures presented support mental and spiritual development, and have a wide range of health benefits. Each card presents a full-colour image of the mudra with the Sanskrit name, transliteration and English translation. The back of each card includes concise information on technique and applications as well as the physical, energetic and spiritual benefits of the mudra. The accompanying booklet contains background information on the mudras, how to practice them at home, and details on how each of the 72 mudras can be used to address a variety of common health complaints.
This card set will enrich the practice of students and teachers of yoga, and will be of interest to anyone looking to gain a comprehensive understanding of hand mudras.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Copyright
- Introduction
- How to Use This Desk
- Contents
- About the Authors
- Abhaya Mudra - Courage
- Abhaya Hrdaya Mudra - Rejuvenation
- Adhomukha Mudra - Preparation
- Ajna Chakra Mudra - Clarity
- Anahata Chakra Mudra - Compassion
- Anjali Mudra - Reverence
- Apana Mudra - Release
- Ashvaratna Mudra - Perspective
- Avahana Mudra - Connection
- Bhairava Mudra - Fierceness
- Bhramara Mudra - Harmony
- Chakra Mudra - Consolidation
- Chin Mudra - Awareness
- Chonmukha Mukha Mudra - Cooperation
- Dharmachakra Mudra - Auspiciousness
- Dhyana Mudra - Meditationcism
- Gada Mudra - Stability
- Garuda Mudra - Maturity
- Granthita Mudra - Redemption
- Hamsi Mudra - Illumination
- Hridaya Mudra - Tranquility
- Jnana Mudra - Wisdom
- Kaleshvara Mudra - Opportunity
- Kamajayi Mudra - Restraint
- Kangula Mudra - Potential
- Kapittha Mudra - Creativity
- Karana Mudra - Purification
- Kashyapa Mudra - Preservation
- Kilaka Mudra - Union
- Kubera Mudra - Abundance
- Kurma Mudra - Patience
- Linga Mudra - Virility
- Mahashirsha Mudra - Relief
- Mahatrika Mudra - Fluidity
- Makara Mudra - Fertility
- Mandala Mudra - Vision
- Manipura Chakra Mudra - Willpower
- Matangi Mudra - Authenticity
- Matsya Mudra - Integration
- Mritsamjivani Mudra - Restoration
- Mudgara Mudra - Loyalty
- Mushti Mudra - Centering
- Mushtika Mudra - Selflessness
- Nirvana Mudra - Awakening
- Padma Mudra - Blossoming
- Panchamukha Mudra - Integration
- Phupphusamocana Mudra - Ventilation
- Pralamba Mudra - Benevolence
- Prana Mudra - Vitality
- Prithivi Mudra - Assimilation
- Rudra Mudra - Transformation
- Sahasrara Mudra - Interconnectedness
- Samputa Mudra - Presence
- Shakata Mudra - Deliverance
- Shakti Mudra - Inspiration
- Shankha Mudra - Mystery
- Shankhavarta Mudra - Intuition
- Shukri Mudra - Attunement
- Shunya Mudra - Omnipresence
- Sumukha Mudra - Coordination
- Surabhi Mudra - Generosity
- Svadhisthana Chakra Mudra - Adaptability
- Trishula Mudra - Destruction
- Ushas Mudra - Productivity
- Uttarabodhi Mudra - Inception
- Vajra Mudra - Indestructibility
- Varuna Mudra - Prosperity
- Vayu Mudra - Serenity
- Vishuddha Chakra Mudra - Communication
- Vyana Mudra - Expansion
- Yamapasha Mudra - Interdependence
- Yoni Mudra - Receptivity