NAMASKARA meaning Greeting and adoration This mudra is also called Anjali mudra and it is a hand gesture which evokes greeting other beings with our utmost adoration and respect for the sacred Divine in everything.

Anjali mudra meaning buddhism. The word anjali means two handfuls derived from the cupping of both hands together as if holding something within. It is a greeting a salutation. A worldwide gesture of peace Anjali mudra consists of bringing the palms together in front of the Anahata chakra the heart.

Mudra means seal or sign. Anjali Mudra is the bringing of the palms and fingers together in front of the heart in the West is often recognised as a gesture of prayer. Mudras are symbolic hand gestures that have spiritual meaning in Buddhism.

In English the meaning of Anjali is Divine Offering. The meaning of the phrase is thus salutation seal. These meanings may be for offering a gesture of reverence.

Praying Greeting Adoration The Anjali Mudra can be expressed that two both hands are joined together at chest level or at the forehead. Bringing the hands together the palms are placed gently against one another in front of the anahata heart chakra. Mudra refers to specific hand and body positions which are used in yoga Buddhism Hinduism and sacred dance.

The Namaskara mudra Anjali mudra is the gesture of greeting prayer and adoration. Anjali mudra is a gesture of greeting people with immense respect and welcoming approach. Mudra of greeting prayer and respect.

Meditation Mudra Roberta Sá EyeEm Getty Images. To begin the yogi enters sukhasana or easy pose. Joiningthe two sides of the body together at the centre of the heart initiating or completing an action.