mudras
Pronunciation: [muːdrəz]
Word
Context: "spiritual practice"
(noun) hand gestures used in yoga and meditation that help to direct energy and focus the mind. When people practice yoga or meditate, they often use mudras to create a feeling of calm or to connect with their feelings.
Example
She used a mudra during her meditation to help her feel more centered and focused.
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He didn't use any mudras, which made his yoga practice seem less focused and less connected.
Example
What mudra do you find most helpful during meditation?
Context: "cultural practice"
(noun) symbolic hand signs that are important in some Asian cultures, especially in religious art and ceremonies. These mudras have special meanings and are used to convey different messages.
Example
The statue displayed a mudra that represents wisdom and teaching.
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Without knowing the mudras, the meaning of the statue was hard to understand.
Example
Can you explain what this mudra symbolizes in the ceremony?
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