Agni Shakti Mudra

अग्नि शक्ति मुद्रा

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Etymology

Agni (अग्नि) means 'fire', Shakti (शक्ति) means 'power' or 'energy'

Finger Position

All fingers folded to palms, thumbs touching at tips

Duration

10-20 minutes during anxiety

Difficulty

Beginner

Associated Chakras

Manipura(Solar Plexus)
Bija Mantra: PRANAAM OM
Tarjani(Air)Madhyama(Space)Anamika(Earth)Kanishthika(Water)Angutha(Fire)

Highlighted fingers indicate active contact points

MGN Notation

HAND(LEFT)
  PALM(UP)
  WRIST(STRAIGHT)
  T: STRAIGHT, TOUCH(RIGHT.T.tip)
  1: CURLED, TOUCH(PALM)
  2: CURLED, TOUCH(PALM)
  3: CURLED, TOUCH(PALM)
  4: CURLED, TOUCH(PALM)
  FINGERS(TOGETHER)

HAND(RIGHT)
  PALM(UP)
  WRIST(STRAIGHT)
  T: STRAIGHT, TOUCH(LEFT.T.tip)
  1: CURLED, TOUCH(PALM)
  2: CURLED, TOUCH(PALM)
  3: CURLED, TOUCH(PALM)
  4: CURLED, TOUCH(PALM)
  FINGERS(TOGETHER)

# Fingers folded to palms, thumbs touching at tips

Instructions

This fire power gesture activates metabolic energy through specific bilateral thumb coordination. Research on thermogenesis shows that controlled heat generation practices can enhance energy levels and reduce fatigue symptoms (Cypess et al., 2009). Formation: Fold all fingers to palm centers, join thumb tips together pointing upward like a single flame. Hold at solar plexus level. CONTRAINDICATIONS: Those with hyperthyroidism, active fever, heat-sensitive conditions, or hypertension should avo...

Quick Start Checklist

  • 1Sit upright; bring thumb
  • 2index
  • 3and ring fingers together
  • 4Rest hands near solar plexus; breathe through the nose
  • 5Keep effort moderate; avoid overheating
  • 62–5 minutes; morning is best

Benefits

Physical

  • Generates internal heat
  • activates digestive fire (agni)

Mental

  • Finds peace and serenity during anxiety or loss of control

Spiritual

Traditional texts describe this as "awakening inner fire and transformative energy" — their terms for how joining thumb tips activates the parasympathetic nervous system's energy-building functions. Practitioners often report that this fire mudra helps develop what ancient sources called "inner strength and vitality" — a warm, energized state that can support confidence and personal power during c

Clinical Applications

Anxiety & Stress ManagementChronic FatigueDigestive Health

Guided Practice

Touch your ring finger tip to the base of your thumb while extending other fingers. This fire-building formation activates metabolic function through acupressure point stimulation - research shows specific finger contacts influence autonomic responses (Zick et al., 2011). SAFETY: Avoid if experiencing inflammation or fever. Those with hyperthyroidism should practice gently. Stop if feeling overhe

Symbolism

Traditional Vedic texts describe fire as the element of transformation and spiritual power - the capacity to burn through obstacles and transform challenges into strength. Ancient practitioners believed this thumb-joining contact activated what they called 'Agni Shakti' - the divine fire power that

Traditional Uses

Fire element activationinner strength building
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