Photo taken by Karta Purkh Singh from Kansas City, MO

Kundalini Yoga Workshop for Inner Peace led by Snatam Kaur in Kansas City, Missouri in conjunction with the Celebrate Peace Tour.

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Basic Mudras (Seals)

Gyan Mudra (Seal of Knowledge) (‘passive”)
To form Gyan Mudra, put the tip of the thumb together with the tip of the index finger. This stimulates knowledge, wisdom, and the power to compute. The energy of the index finger is associated with Jupiter, representing expansion. This mudra is the one most commonly used. It gives receptivity and calmness. We use the “passive” form of Gyan Mudra unless the “active form is specified.

Gyan Mudra (“active”)
Locking the thumb over the index finger
In the practice of powerful pranayams or exercises the “active” form of the mudra is often used. In the active form you bend the index finger under the thumb so the fingernail passes against the back of the thumb.

Shuni Mudra (Seal of Patience)
To form Shuni Mudra place the tip of the middle finger on the tip of the thumb. This mudra is said to give patience, discernment, and commitment. The middle finger is associated with the planet Saturn, which represents the task master, the law of karma, the taking of responsibility and the courage to hold to duty.

Surya Mudra (Seal of the Sun, Seal of Life)
This mudra is formed by placing the tip of the ring finger on the tip of the thumb. Practicing it gives revitalizing energy, nervous system strength, good health, and the power to win. The quality of the ring finger is associated with the Sun or Uranus. The Sun represents energy, health, and sexuality. Uranus stands for nervous system strength, intuition and strength.

Buddhi Mudra (Seal of Mental Clarity)
To form Buddhi Mudra place the tip of the little finger on the tip of the thumb. Practicing this opens the capacity to communicate clearly and intuitively. It also stimulates psychic development. The little finger is symbolized by Mercury for quickness and the mental power of communication.

From The Aquarian Teacher Level One Textbook by Yogi Bhajan © The Teachings of Yogi Bhajan

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Kitcheree

High Protein/Easy to Digest
(Based on Yogi Bhajan's recipe)

(Measurements are approximate)
4½ Cups of Water
1/2 Cup Mung Beans
Boil the mung beans first, for about ten minutes, then add the other ingredients
1 Cup thoroughly washed white Basmati Rice
1 Onion, chopped
5 to 7 cloves of Garlic, sliced or chopped
1 teaspoon peeled and chopped Ginger Root
1/2 teaspoon Turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground Black Pepper
3/4 teaspoon crushed Red Chili Flakes
1/2 teaspoon Cumin or Garam Masala (Indian spice-optional)

Boil gently (covered) 30 to 40 minutes until very soft and "soupy." Add 1 or 2 cups of any chopped vegetables preferably green, such as asparagus, celery, broccoli, zucchini, Swiss chard. You can also add carrots and/or mushrooms or you may prefer to keep it very simple and only use one or two green vegetables.

Optional: During the cooking, add Braggs Liquid Aminos (similar to Tamari), about 20 'squirts' for the above recipe should do it, or serve on the side. A few sprigs of fresh mint cooked in with all the vegetables is really good!

Suggestion: For a complete meal, serve with yogurt and toasted Pita Bread!

From The Golden Temple Vegetarian Cookbook, © The Teachings of Yogi Bhajan

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