Jnana Mudra – The Gesture of Consciousness & Knowledge
The most common yogic mudra used in meditation is Jnana Mudra or Gyan Mudra. Jnana is the Sanskrit word which means knowledge. Touch the tip of Index to the root of Thumb and turn the palm towards the root chakra. Leave the wrist freely on the knees for the easy adaptation of this mudra. Progress by allowing the tip of the index finger to touch the tip of Thumb than seeking a mechanical pressure from the root of thumb. Maintain the other fingers straight or atleast not touching the thumb and index fingers. This mudra is also called as the Psychic gesture of knowledge. YOGA : This is the second powerful gesture can be used in meditation. The circuitry transportation of energy through the body parts before leaving to environment is the main concept that activates the “root chakra” or “mooladhara chakra” and then Swadhishtana chakra easily. The knowledge of creation of self and its mastery is the main use of this mudra. This is the through the pranic channel call