Prayer Gesture: A Symbol of Devotion, Balance, and Inner Peace

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 17:02:47 +0000

Human beings across cultures and traditions have always used gestures to express feelings, respect, and devotion. Among these, the prayer gesture—joining the palms together at the center of the chest—is one of the most universal and meaningful. Known in yoga as Anjali Mudra, this gesture appears in spiritual practices, greetings, meditation, and yoga sessions worldwide.