Linga Mudra

लिङ्ग मुद्रा

Also known as: Heat Mudra, Shiva Linga Mudra

Meditation/SpiritualFire

Etymology

Linga (लिङ्ग) - symbol of Lord Shiva, creative principle

Finger Position

Fingers interlaced, one thumb upright, encircled by other hand

Duration

10-15 minutes, can cause sweating

Difficulty

Intermediate

Associated Chakras

Muladhara(Root)
Manipura(Solar Plexus)
Bija Mantra: RAM
Tarjani(Air)Madhyama(Space)Anamika(Earth)Kanishthika(Water)Angutha(Fire)

Highlighted fingers indicate active contact points

MGN Notation

HAND(LEFT)
  PALM(UP)
  WRIST(STRAIGHT)
  SHAPE(FLAT_HAND)

HAND(RIGHT)
  PALM(DOWN)
  WRIST(STRAIGHT)
  T: STRAIGHT
  1: CURLED
  2: CURLED
  3: CURLED
  4: CURLED

# Right fist with thumb up rests on left palm cup

Instructions

This internal heat-generating gesture activates thermogenesis through bilateral hand coordination. Research on controlled heat generation shows benefits for metabolic activation and circulation enhancement when practiced safely (Brown & Gerbarg, 2009). Formation: Interlace all fingers, extend left thumb upright, encircle with right thumb and index finger. Hold at solar plexus level with gentle but firm contact. CONTRAINDICATIONS: Those with fever, inflammation, hyperthyroidism, or heat-sensiti...

Quick Start Checklist

  • 1Sit upright; interlock all fingers completely
  • 2Extend left thumb upward like a flame
  • 3Right thumb and index curl around left thumb
  • 4Position hands at solar plexus level
  • 5Breathe naturally; expect to feel internal warmth
  • 6Practice 10-15 minutes maximum due to heat generation

Benefits

Physical

  • Generates significant body heat
  • helps stop phlegm production
  • invigorates body
  • manages colds
  • asthma
  • sinus issues
  • bronchial infections

Mental

  • Builds inner fire and determination

Spiritual

Traditional texts describe this as "generating internal heat and energy" and "activating inner fire" — their terms for how this upright linga gesture activates the parasympathetic nervous system's thermogenesis and vital energy functions. Practitioners often report that this mudra helps develop what ancient sources called "agni consciousness" — a warmly energized, vitally alive state that can supp

Precautions

  • !Can generate significant heat
  • !practice in moderation

Clinical Applications

Guided Practice

Interlace fingers with right thumb on top, hands resting at solar plexus. This fire-generating gesture activates thermogenesis and digestive function (Brown & Gerbarg, 2009). SAFETY: Avoid during fever, inflammation, or hot weather. Those with hyperthyroidism should practice cautiously. Stop if overheating occurs. Feel warmth building in your core as this gesture stimulates internal heat product

Symbolism

Traditional Vedic texts describe the linga as the sacred symbol of creative fire and divine masculine energy - the upright pillar representing the axis of cosmic creation. Ancient practitioners believed this upright thumb gesture represented what they called 'divine fire pillar' - the activation of

Traditional Uses

Shiva worshipgenerating body heatrespiratory healing
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