Jan 20, 2020 · Tarjani Mudra — the gesture of vigilance — fist closed with the index finger raised. This mudra is usually found in images of protective or guardian deities and indicative of the need to be extremely mindful when approaching the spiritual path.

Feb 17, 2016 · Known as Chin or Vitarka Mudra. This touch of the thumb and forefinger evokes mind and mindfulness. A yogi will assume this gesture—accompanied by outstretched arms and upturned palms...

In this video, Juno teaches how to use the Tarjani Mudra, or Gesture of the Index Finger, including its definition and benefits, as well as how to properly hold the hand gesture. This mudra,...

The tarjani (1ib. sdigs mdzub) or 'threatening pointer' is not classified as a mudra. Rather, it is a gesture. An open-palmed hand facing upwards is the Abhaya mudra (Tib. mi jigs pa'i phyag rgya) of protection, fearlessness, or giving refuge.

Oct 20, 2024 · Tarjanīmudrā (तर्जनीमुद्रा) refers to one of the 81 Mudrās (hand-gestures) described in chapter 2 of the Ṛṣirātra section of the Sanatkumārasaṃhitā: an encyclopedic Sanskrit text written in over 3500 verses dealing with a variety of topics such as yoga, temple-building, consecration ceremonies, initiation and dhanurveda (martial arts).— [Cf. the...

The two most common Hasta-Mudras we can observe in the carvings of the idols are – Abhaya Mudra and Varada Mudra. Abhaya Mudra or No Fear Gesture Bodhisattva Maitreya in Abhaya Mudra. In this gesture, the hand of the deity rises to shoulder, fingers point upwards and the palm faces the devotee.

May 1, 2019 · Tarjani Mudra directs breath, awareness and energy into the chest, heart, and lungs, instilling a sense of expansion and openness. It expand the ribcage in all directions , optimizing breath capacity and and releasing muscular tension from the chest. It cultivates enthusiasm and uplifting energy, by releasing energetic blockages from the heart.

The most important of these characteristics are perhaps the mudras, or hand gestures, of the Buddha. These well-defined gestures have a fixed meaning throughout all styles and periods of Buddha images. Bhumisparsa Mudra Touching the earth as Gautama did, to invoke the earth as witness to the truth of his words. Varada Mudra Fulfilment of all ...

Tarjani Mudra: This gesture is made by holding the right hand vertically in front of the chest, with only the index finger raised while the other fingers and thumb make a clenched fist. The outer edge of the palm (the pinkie side) faces outward toward the view, while the thumb-side of the palm faces inward to the deity.

Namaskara mudra: the hands held at the heart chakra with the thumbs resting lightly against the sternum (sometimes also called anjali mudra). It’s a gesture of greeting, devotion or prayer, as well as adoration and respect made by those devoted to the path taught by the Buddha.