Mudras have been an integral part of many Hindu and Buddhist rituals. They are used extensively in Yoga, meditation and dance. Across various disciplines it is said that there exist close to 399 mudras.

Which Mudra is most powerful?

Surabhi mudra [pictured right; described below] is a very effective and powerful mudra. By itself, this mudra helps an aspirant practitioner (sadhaka) to break any barriers that he/she may face when on the threshold of the ultimate meditation (samadhi).

What are the 5 mudras?

• 1) GYAN MUDRA: This is the most common mudra and is believed to help increase one’s concentration, knowledge and memory. …
• PRANA MUDRA: This mudra is about prana, which means life force energy. …
• PRITHVI MUDRA: This mudra helps you connect with prithvi, which means the earth.