Uttarabodhi Mudra is the gesture of perfection. It is called the best-perfection among the types of mudra. In this mudra all fingers are intertwined. It is said that Shakyamuni Buddha is the liberator of the Nagas present this mudra. Moreover, the Uttarabodhi Mudra is frequently seen in images of Vairochana. Uttarabodhi mudra can essentially be called the mudra of enlightenment. As the sun of enlightenment dawns, fears are dispelled.

Uttarabodhi Mudra refreshes the system and charges it with energy. The process involves the extension index fingers extend straight up and are together. Both hands are held at the level of the chest, the two raised index fingers touch one another; the remaining fingers are crossed and folded down. The thumbs touch each other at the tips or are also crossed and folded. In order to practise Uttarabodhi Mudra, both hands should be placed in front of the solar plexus. The index fingers and thumbs of both hands should be laid on each other. The index fingers should point upwards and the thumb downward. It can be held for any length of time.

Benefits of Uttarabodhi Mudra

Helps to soothe excited nerves before beginning a daunting task

Enables the performer to overcome examination nerves, stage fright

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