Why Is It Called Uttarabodhi Mudra?
The term Uttarabodhi Mudra comes from Sanskrit.
- Uttara means supreme, higher, or ultimate.
- Bodhi means knowledge, awakening, or enlightenment.
This powerful yogic hand gesture is believed to awaken higher wisdom and spiritual awareness. Regular practice of Uttarabodhi Mudra helps reduce Agyana (ignorance) and promotes clarity, consciousness, and inner understanding.
How to Perform Uttarabodhi Mudra
- Sit comfortably on the floor, yoga mat, or chair according to your convenience.
- Assume a meditative posture such as Padmasana (Lotus Pose), Sukhasana (Easy Pose), or any comfortable seated position.
- Keep your spine straight and relax your shoulders.
- Take a few deep breaths and allow your breathing pattern to become slow and steady.
- Bring both hands near the navel and interlock all fingers except the index fingers and thumbs.
- Extend both index fingers upward so they touch each other and point slightly upward.
- Keep both thumbs stretched downward and touching each other.
- Raise your hands slowly toward the heart center while inhaling.
- Close your eyes and concentrate on the mudra.
- Breathe deeply and calmly, and feel the natural vibrations and energy flow within the body.
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