What is the meaning of Mahamudra?

the great seal
mahamudra, (Sanskrit: “the great seal”) in Vajrayana (Tantric) Buddhism, the final goal, the union of all apparent dualities. Mudra, in addition to its more usual meaning, has in Vajrayana Buddhism the esoteric meaning of “female partner,” which in turn symbolizes prajna (“wisdom”).

What is unique about shambhavi Mahamudra?

The EEG study on Shambhavi Mahamudra also showed higher levels of coherence between the right and left sides of the brain. This greater whole brain synchronization leads to greatly enhanced mental capabilities like better learning ability, increased creativity, heightened mental clarity, and sharper intellect.

What is shamatha Meditation technique?

Modern Shamatha Meditation Technique. Essentially Samatha meditation technique involves focusing on a positive object that elicits a positive response. If you want a very quick answer to how to do Samatha meditation technique, it’s this: focus on an object that creates positive mental states.

What is the difference between Samantha meditation and vipassana meditation?

The main differences between Samantha (calmness) and Vipassana (insight) in terms of what they deliver we have already made clear, but the difference between what the meditations are focusing on and why they are different is a little more subtle and deserve a little more explaining.

What is the best position for samatha meditation?

The best position for Samatha meditation is the “Seven Point Posture of Vairochana”. To do this: Sit comfortably on the floor. Open your hip flexors gently and enter a cross-legged position. (If you find this position uncomfortable simply sit on a chair).

What is samatha practice?

Yuttadhammo Bhikkhu briefly describes Samatha practice and compares to Vipassana Samatha meditation (counting breaths) is for calming the mind; Vipassana meditation (observing the abdomen rising and falling) is for clearing the mind