One person told of his grandfather, who had regularly practised yoga asanas, chakras, and mudras. Enhance your practice with mudras from hand to heart. The anahata chakra heart chakra, located in the chest region, is our energy point of love. Schooled in the traditional knowledge of this eastern art of healing wellknown swiss yoga teacher gertrud hirschi shows how these easy techniques can. Anjali mudra and jnana mudra quite often in a yoga class, your teacher will invite you to place your hands in a certain position, called a mudra. Mudras have been used in the east for thousands of years and were practiced by many spiritual leaders including buddha. Yoga mudras at your fingertips i types of mudras yoga. We use them to eat, greet others, do our daily work, communicate, create, and show affection. To know the om is to know the secret of the universe. We are now ready to enter into a practice of deep silent meditation, where we may discover and explore the inner subtle sounds that are inaudible to the ears. If you can move your arms and hands, you can perform the mudra exercises without any problem. There are almost 100 of mudras developed since the. Yoga mudra archives page 2 of 2 wholesome resources. They can be practiced sitting, lying down, standing, or walking.
Gyan mudra bring the tip of your thumb and pointer finger together, turn your palms up and rest the backs of your hands on your knees or thighs. A very well known mudra is, jnana mudra where the index finger and thumb come together and form a circle. The hakini mudra for brainbody balance, problemsolving and focus is one of my favorite hand mudras. When we mindfully practice asanas that open our anahata chakra, we trigger the process of emotional healing. Simply by liberating the energy locked within your bodyin energy channels called nadis and energy. While the practice of yoga means asanas and breathing practices to many, there is a lesser known, subtler, and an independent branch of yoga. Hand gestures of yoga and indian dance pdf by cain carroll.
Ananda balayogi bhavanani watch other interesting videos on yoga for weight. Yoga in your hands by gertrud hirschi, paperback barnes. It also focuses your awareness at the heart center or anahata chakra. Hand and finger yoga positions are claimed to enhance health, relieve stress, prevent illness and support the healing of a variety of physical and emotional problems.
As with all mudras, practice slow, deep and mindful breathing to magnify the benefits. Yoga mudras 7 powerful yoga hand mudras for healing. Please wash your hands and practise social distancing. The practice of yoga is recently gaining popularity, and it is good to know why. They can be practiced sitting, lying down, standing, or walking, at any time and place. Discover the power of mudras hand gestures for cultivating inner peace, courage, and confidence. Apr 2, 20 naga mudra mudra for unlocking mysteries and finding answers read more on my blog stay safe and healthy. Under the spiritual guidance of his divine grace acharya keshav dev he spent years studying and practicing the sciences of yoga, meditation, tantra, kundalini, mantra, ayurveda, astrology etc. The healing power of mudras is a comprehensive guide to performing and using the hand gestures of yoga, buddhism and hinduism. The anjali mudra, also called prayer pose, is the hasta mudra most often associated with yoga. Yoga in your hands by gertrud hirschi at vedic books.
Todays asana, a variation of the classic virabhadrasana warrior pose 1, is a great heart opener. This is the most wellknown hand mudra when it comes to yoga. Dear reader ith this book, i would like to give you and your loved ones even people who are currently confined to their beds a practical aid in healing both minor and major complaints. Yoga for your hands audubon, volume 6, 1904, birds this collection of 21 articles is designed to serve as a stateofthe art reference book for intersexuals, their parents, health care professionals, ethics committee members. Interlock the fingers of both the hands and keep the thumb of the left hand vertically straight and encircle it with the thumb and the index finger of the right hand specialty. The following mudra sequence brings balance to the chakra system. You may do this mudra in mountain pose of tree pose. Full text of mudras yoga in your hands gertrud hirschi popular. Mantra practice to open your heart to love yoga journal. Bringing your hands together in prayer form at the heart connects the right and left hemispheres of the brain according to. Your hands should rest at the level of your abdomen, with your elbows pointing outward and slightly forward. A comprehensive guide to the hand gestures of yoga and indian dance book is not really ordinary book, you have it then the world is in your hands.
Schooled in the traditional knowledge of this eastern art of healing, wellknown swiss yoga teacher, gertrud hirschi, shows how these easy techniques can. Yoga in your hands, a simple technique to achieve lasting health, happiness, and inner peace by gertrud hirschi. Yoga classes often begin and end with the hands in anjali mudra salutation seal, sometimes called prayer position, as a reminder that your practice is a form of prayer or offering to your true self. Place your right hand at the lower end of the sternum with your left hand, stroke 21 times across the ends of the ribs on theleft side, as if you wanted to light a match. Mudra sequence for balancing the chakras, by lilian le page mudras are gestures that act as an energetic seal, allowing us to attune to specific vibrations in the universe. Western conventional medicine suggests regular yoga practice, because this can increase the activity of the parasympathetic nervous system.
Yoga in your hands online from australias leading online bookstore. This system is responsible for the relaxing mode of your organism. Yoga in your hands is my fourth book, and four is the number for rest, stability, and order. Mudrasalso playfully called finger power pointsare yoga positions for. Unlike some other books weve seen where you tended to wonder what you were really seeing, the graphics and descriptions of the hand positions are very clear. Yoga mudras 7 powerful yoga hand mudras for healing health dr. Mudras, also playfully called the finger power points, are yoga positions for your hands and fingers. See more ideas about hand mudras, yoga meditation and yoga. The first variation centers, creates inner equilibrium, and builds up strength in general. By joining your hands together like this, you make a physical gesture of uniona symbolic. This is why i originally wanted to bring a book about rest and meditation into our loud world. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read mudras of india. Abusing this feature is also a violation of the community guidelines, so dont do it. As a treatment, do it 3 times a day for 15 minutes.
A comprehensive guide to the hand gestures of yoga and indian dance by by cain carroll this mudras of india. Mudra is the sanskrit word for seal or sign and refers to hand gestures or in some cases full body positions that can direct or focus energy. The practice of mudras for at least three minutes daily will bring you health, wealth, balance, success, and happiness. Hold your breath and form the sound of om seven times in your head while hearing the vibration of the tone in your right ear. Mudrasalso playfully called finger power pointsare yoga positions for your hands and fingers. Its fine to have your hands down by your side, resting in your lap, or add it to a standing posture while practicing yoga. I have included a few very secret mudras that have been practising in tantra and kriya yoga. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read mudras of.
Place your right hand with your thumb extended upward on top of your left hand which is shaped like a bowl. A comprehensive guide to the hand gestures of yoga and indian dance. Mudra sequence for balancing the chakras integrative yoga. Yoga in your hands is my fourth book, and four is the number forrest, stability, and order. His life had been devoted to the study of ancient indian mystic science where he is evidently at home.
Mudrasalso playfully called finger power points are yoga positions for your hands and fingers. A comprehensive guide to the hand gestures of yoga and indian dance to date about the ebook we have now mudras of india. Include them in your practice or anytime you wish to invite a particular feeling or intention into your psyche. It is especially good if you want to use mudras to heal. A comprehensive guide to the hand gestures of yoga and indian dance ebook written by cain carroll, revital carroll. In basic yoga for everybody, my third book and the first translated into english, i presented a few.
Seasoned yoga teacher gertrud hirschi has used these hand postures to ease asthma, relieve flu symptoms, think more effectively, relieve tension, even have a bowel movement. Place the fingers of both hands about two inches above the waiston the back. Schooled in the traditional knowledge of this eastern art of healing, wellknown swiss yoga teacher, gertrud hirschi, shows how these easy techniques can recharge personal energy reserves and improve. Anjali means offering or to honor and is often used when vocalizing the word namaste. Do this three times on each side, sit and feel the effects. This is the yoga for the strong, for those who are. Yoga has a variety of therapies to treat various ailments. This guide explains how they can be practised anytime and anywhere, encouraging readers to relieve that stress and boredom. These mudras will be explored in detail including the sanskrit translation, how to place your hands into the mudra, how the mudra interacts with the different theories, a yoga sequence to compliment the mudra, and my personal reflection of the sequence on my. It is not necessarily mandatory that you have practiced yoga before. Honestly, we got it hoping it would have more magical and mystical connections for the mudras. Naga mudra mudra for unlocking mysteries and finding.
What makes this publication different to the rest is the fact that it talks about how hand gestures have been used in martial arts, dance and other areas. Yoga in your hands kindle edition by gertrud hirschi. Experienced yoga instructor gertrud hirschi has employed these hand bearings to alleviate asthma, alleviate flu symptoms, believe more efficiently, alleviate nervousness, even have a bowel motion. The eight yoga hand signs mudras to heal your mind, body. They can be done at any time and place while stuck in traffic, at the office, watching tv, or whenever you are waiting for something. Today, mudras are still used in yoga and meditation.
Discourse on jnana yoga swami vivekananda i om tat sat. Twenty years ago, the mudra expert sabrina mesko ph. It is important to admit your negative feelings and moods for once and take a good look at them. This is my first book, it will reveal the positive energy and calming powers of mudras, playfully referred to as finger power points. My previous private yoga instructor was never this hands. These ancient techniques might be the key to the cipher of your lifes happiness. They are extremely easy to do, but so powerful that they can transform your life. How you can apply these simple exercises to prevent illness and support the healing of a great variety of physical and emotional problems. Often ganesh puts apparent obstacles in our way so that we can see them and have the opportunity to do the work of removing them, stretching us to grow and change.
It is a symbol, seal, and sacred gesture of placing the hands in a special way that has a unique effect on the bodys energy and engages certain areas of the brain. The object of jnana yoga is the same as that of bhakti and raja yogas, but the method is different. In this mudra, clasp your hands in front of your heart and tug 100 miles an hour on the exhale and relax on the inhale. Mudras are positions of the hands that are said to influence the energy of your physical, emotional and spiritual body. Yog tatva mudra vigyan or the science of yoga mudras. The most phenomenal is that it will not take you more than 3 minutes. Our hands are the true conductors of our hearts, so practicing mudras yoga in your hands is a magical and effective way to bring more love to everyone you know and everything you do. How to use mudras to promote your spiritual development. My first ebook complete hand mudras complete person. Also included are several fullbody mudras and exercises to enhance any meditation and yoga practice.
In yoga, martial arts, and south indian dance traditions, the hands are considered important energetic centers. A comprehensive guide to the hand gestures of yoga and indian dance feedback customers have never yet remaining his or her report on the overall game, or otherwise see clearly still. Take milk, ghee, more water and fruit juices in addition to practice of this mudra for much benefits. About the author acharya vikrmaditya is a trainer, counselor and spiritual guide. Mudras can be conveniently practised anytime, anywhere, and in any position. Thanks to my lifelong passion, work with, and interest in the subject of the physical body, yoga, touchbased healing, and meditation i have traveled throughout the world and have come in contact and shared with, and learned from many creative people great teachers, top athletes, coaches, mystics, musicians, healers, hypnotists, sculptors, painters, gardeners, cooks, and body workers.
Mudras are yoga positions, gestures, and seals for your hands and fingers that facilitate health, healing, psychological balance and spiritual transformation. Three mudras have been chosen, detoxification mudra, prithiva mudra and hridaya mudra. Schooled in the traditional knowledge of this eastern art of healing, gertrud hirschi, the wellknown swiss yoga teacher and author of. It is a 15 minute practice, approximately two minutes per mudra with a small pause inbetween. Yoga in your hands by gertrud hirschi is a handy reference book for using mudras.