Gyan Mudra—also known as Jnana Mudra—is one of the most iconic hand gestures in yoga and meditation. Rooted in Hindu, Buddhist, and yogic traditions, this simple positioning of the fingers has been practiced for thousands of years to sharpen the mind and settle the spirit.
To form the gesture, bring the tip of your index finger to meet the tip of your thumb, creating a small circle. Let the remaining fingers extend naturally and rest your hands on your knees or thighs, palms facing upward. That’s all it takes to begin a practice that ancient teachers believed could transform the mind.....
