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Updated August 01, 2012

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Mudra

Anjali Mudra

Barry Stone
Definition: A gesture, usually done with the hands, which focuses and directs energy in a yoga pose or meditation. For instance, pressing the palms together in a "prayer" position is called Anjali Mudra.
Pronunciation: Moo-dra
Examples:
Bring the hands into Anjali Mudra at the heart center and chant "om" three times.
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