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What are the literal meaning of mudras? ⁉️

3 years ago
Mudra literally means a gesture or seal.  
- Root Sanskrit meaning: "mud" = joy or bliss.  
- In Yoga, mudras are symbolic gestures or attitudes of energy flow designed to support mindfulness and awareness.  

-- Note: Neutral, educational framing.
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3 years ago
Mudra definition:  
- Sanskrit term meaning "gesture" or "seal", associated with joy or bliss.  
- Used in Yoga as symbolic gestures to focus awareness and mindfulness.  
- References pranic energy and channels (nadis, chakras) are traditional and symbolic; effects are subjective and experiential.  

-- Note: Neutralized claims on energy/kundalini; framed as symbolic and experiential.
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