Vishnu Mudra | Mrigi Mudra | Gesture of Lord | Steps | Benefits |

Vishnu is the protector of the world in Indian mythology. The Vishnu mudra is the symbol of God Vishnu. God Vishnu is a Hindu deity whose role is to protect humans and keep the universe in balance.

It is one of the hand gestures called Vishnu Mudra (symbol of Vishnu), which is used to breathe through the nose during the Nadi Shodhana. Because some pranayama techniques say one nostril to breathe at a time, while the other nostril is lightly closed.

According to Ayurveda– Yoga Mudras are considered as healing. The Sanskrit word mudra means body gestures (body configuration) or tendency. Mudras help in creating a balance between the five elements and enhance the smooth energy flow in the human body. mudra is known as “energy seal”. 

Vishnu Mudra is practice with the right hand. In this mudra, both the index finger and the middle finger have to be touched with the root of the thumb. Apart from this, the rest of the fingers are upright. This mudra stimulated the first three chakras – The Muladhara (root – for grounding and stability.) Svadisthana (Sacral- for enjoyment and relationships.) and Manipura (Solar Plexus- for personal power and inner fire.)

Here we give a detail explanation about the Vishnu mudra and why it is important, benefits of Vishnu mudra and how to do and side effects also.

Steps To Do Vishnu mudra

Vishnu Mudra associated with the nadis that performing together with deep breathing and meditation asanas. It is a yogic hand gesture that performs by the thumb and ring finger. The ring finger is the symbol of the earth, linked to the Muladhara. The little finger is the symbol of water, linked to Svadisthana. and the thumb is the symbol of the fire element and is linked to Manipura Chakra. It can practice anytime and anywhere. There are some simple steps that will explain how to do this Vishnu Hasta Mudra.

• First of all, sit in any comfortable seating posture and place the hands with palm pointing upwards on the thighs or the knees.
• Meditation postures like Padmasana, Siddhasana, Swastikasana, Vajrasana, etc. are ideal for the practice of mudras.
• Close your eyes and take some deep breaths with the awareness of the breathing process.
• Now, (Always practice with your right hand) raise the right hand with the elbow bent.
• After this, curl the index finger and middle finger in towards the palm of the hand or in the root of the thumb.
• The rest of the thumb and two fingers (little and ring) should be keep extended as much as possible.
• In Nadi Shodhana with Vishnu mudra, The thumb and fingers rest lightly just above the nostrils.
• The yogi uses the thumb to close the right nostril while inhaling through the left nostril.
• After this, the ring finger closes the left nostril and then the thumb is released. so, the yogi exhales through the right nostril.
• Removing all thoughts from the mind has to focus the mind only on OM.
• In this way, this action says one nostril to breathe, while the other nostril is closed lightly.
• Perform this pose for 30 minutes at a stretch every day or for 10 to 12 minutes three times a day.

Benefits Of Vishnu Mudra

• This mudra always uses for Nadi Shodan Pranayama.
• It offers you emotional as well as physical energy.
• It also reduces mental and physical stress.
• This mudra also reduces mental and physical stress
• It improves breathing quality.
• It is quite beneficial in case of a headache or a migraine.
• Treats conditions of constipation, gastric acidity, allergic problems, and snoring. Cures asthma, headache, migraine, neurological problems, heart blockage, and depression.
• It increases oxygen supply in the entire body.
• It decreases stress and anxiety.
• Blood pressure and diabetes can prevent and keep under control with the regular and dedicated practice of this pranayama.
• It improves concentration and also calms the mind.
• Regular practicing of Vishnu mudra keeps the mind cool and assists in dealing with stress, anxiety, and anger.
• It cools down the body, brain and nervous system.

Side Effects

However, all mudras are beneficial to us without any side-effects. pressure should not be applied on the finger. Pressure means, your mind is restless and not stable. As a result, nothing at all. Perform this mudra freely.