In the ancient yogic and Vedic traditions, different mudras (hand gestures) are performed in order to channel the energies of the body, harmonize the mind, and bring about certain benefits. One of the ...

Mudras are not overt, the hand gestures we term as mudras are in fact positions, we often hold unconsciously throughout the day. Tina Mukerji explains all about Mudras. The hands have tremendous ...

A mudra is a kind of “seal” in that its purpose is to seal a thought in our mind. Yoga mudra is also called cin mudra or jnana mudra. There is a well-known story behind this mudra. Siva, representing ...

Namaste is a word that carries more than just a casual greeting. It's a gesture, deeply ingrained in the rich tapestry of Indian culture, with profound spiritual significance. The practice of Namaste ...

When exactly does the idol date to? Could it be a Mughal-era replica? Is there a Ramakrishna Paramahamsa link too? Read on. Could the vajra-dharan mudra, held by every deity in the Dhakeshwari idol ...