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       The human race is an integral part of God's ultimate creation - the
       Universe. In fact, the human body is designed like the universe with
       its five basic elements, namely, Fire, Air, Earth, Water and Space. The
       science of Mudra is based on these elements. It believes that an
       imbalance and improper co-ordination between these elements causes
       mental and physical disorders, and therefore their sycronised
       functioning is the secret of good health. Our bodies are like a
       never-ending mystery, but are also a treasure of health, happiness and
       peace. God has constantly challenged mankind with problems but has also
       given it the strength and ability to overcome them. Most of these
       solutions are found in our own hands (literally speaking).

       According to the science of Mudra, the secret of good health lies in
       our hands and fingers (Mudras are, in fact, performed with the help of
       fingers). The five elements are represented in each of our fingers
       performing a healthy function. The thumb represents fire or the sun,
       the index finger signifies air or wind, the middle finger represents
       the sky or space, the ring finger stands for the earth and the small
       finger represents water. Our hands operate our body's Health Control
       Department. They emit a particular kind of energy or electro-magnetic
       waves or the electricity of the body (aura). By rubbing our palms
       against each other and generating heat through touch and by utilising
       the power of our minds we can cure even the most mysterious diseases.

       Modern Science too agrees that different kinds of electro-magnetic
       waves are transmitted from our fingertips. According to ancient sages
       and rishis who discovered Mudra Vigyan, specific points in our palms
       need to be pressed to treat specific diseases. By touching our hands
       against each other or by folding fingers in a particular manner or
       pressing some points of hands, we can cure any disturbances with the
       help of our fingers in co-ordination with the elements of life.

       The Mudra Technique Mudras are based on touch therapy and their regular
       practice helps to balance the five elements. Mudra Vigyan is an
       important part of yoga. Acharya Keshave Deo (Vivekananda Ashram
       Patpadanj, Delhi) best describes it as the key to good health.
       According to him: "If a human body is a machine, then mudras are the
       controlling switches of this machine. With the help of these control
       switches, we can create particular kind of energy waves in our body,
       whenever required. By creating these waves, the five elements are
       properly balanced and this helps man in his physical, mental and
       spiritual progress.
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