Mudras
Even the smallest of gestures can light up the world.
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Using hand motions to convey emotions
Mudras are hand gestures featured in many Indian traditions. Many of the mudras have multiple meanings that depend on the context of the story and are meant to be decoded by the viewer. These gestures make it easier to tell stories and convey emotions when it comes to conversations.
During Deepavali, TM invites all Malaysians to learn more about mudras and to bring light into the lives of other Malaysians by using them in their daily greetings, educating them on the beauty of mudras and sparking an interest in preserving and celebrating this form of communication.
Types of Mudra
Greet With Mudras
Discover the beauty of Indian dance's Mudra and how you can use them in your life.
Lotus
The lotus mudra (padma mudra) resembles a blossoming lotus. It is used to remind us of the qualities of mercy, forgiveness, and beauty that are inherent within each of us.
"Even the smallest gestures can brighten up the world."
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greeting with your friends and family.
Anjali
One of the meanings of this mudra is "to receive or give", to show respect to the elders, teachers, and people that we revere. We can use this mudra to greet each other or say goodbye by placing it in front of our hearts when doing so.
"Let's connect with each other and make the world a brighter place."
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Shikara
In this mudra, all the fingers are bent and pressed against the palm, except the thumb - literally thumbs up. It is used to denote making decision or call to action. Why not use this mudra when agreeing with each other's decisions or to support?
"Embrace the light and make the world a brighter place."
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Hamsasya
The Hamsasya mudra is one of the twenty-eight single-hand mudras used by performing artists to interpret an emotional and/or physical state. This mudra can symbolise speaking, singing, or accomplishment of a task. You can use this mudra as an "ok" gesture in communicating with your friends, or when someone did a good job accomplishing tasks.
"Let's celebrate a new beginning and share our lights with each other."
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Padmakosha
This mudra is often featured in Indian dance to denote fruits, a bunch of flowers, a vessel or even taking meals. Why not use this gesture to greet each other and ask your friends for a meal?
"Open your hearts and homes and bring the light of joy into the world."
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Lotus
Anjali
Shikara
Hamsasya
Padmakosha
