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The entire body is divided as
Anga, Pratyanga and Upaanga.
Anga
Anganyatra shirohastau vaksha paarshwakateetatau, Paadaviti shaduktaani greevamapyapare jaguhu Head, Hands, Chest, Waist, Bottom, Legs are the Six Angas. Some people include Neck also.
Pratyanga
Pratyangaani twathaskandhau baahoo prushtam tathodaram ooroo janghe shadityahurapare manibandhakau jaanooneekoorparamiti trayamapyadhikam jaguhu Shoulders, Arms, Stomach, thighs, Knee are the Six Pratyangas. Some people include Wrist, elbow and Ankle also.
Upaanga
Drushtibhrooputatarashcha kapolau naasikaahanuhu Adharodashanaa jihwaa chubukam vadanam tatha Upaangani dwadashitaanyanyaanyangaani santi cha Paarshnee gulbautathangulyaa karayoho padayostale
Sight, Eyebrow, Eye lids, Eye balls, Cheeks, Nose, Gums, Lower Lip, Teeth, Tongue, Chin and Face are the 12 Upaangas. Few people include Heels, Fingers, Feet, Palm also into upaangas.
Pratynaga and Upaangas should move along with the Angas.
Anga Lakshana, the way of moving body parts [top]
• Shirobhedha - Head Movement
• Greevabhedha - Neck Movement
• Drushtibhedha - Eye Movement
• Padabheda
o Mandala - Standing Posture
o Utplavana - Leaps
o Bhramari - Circling Movement
o Chari - Leg Movement
• Gatibhedha - Characteristic walks and
• Hastas or Mudras - Hand Movements
o Asamyuta Hasta
o Samyuta Hasta
o Deva Hasta
o Dashavatara Hasta
o Navagraha Hasta
o Jaati Hasta
o Bandhu Hasta
o Nritta Hasta
Hasta-Veda [top]
There are 28 Asamyukta hastas and 24 Samyukta hasta. Each hasta has a defined usage called Vinijoga. These viniyogas are again sanskrit shlokas written in Natyasastra.
Asamyuta Hasta
Pataka tripatakordhapataka kartareemukhaha Mayurakyordhachandrashcha arala shukatundakaha Mushtishta shikarakyashcha kapitha katakamukhaha Suchee chandrakala padmakosham sarpashirastata Mrugasheersha simhamukho langulasolapadmakaha Chaturo bramarashchiva hamsasyo hamsapakshakaha Samdamsho mukulashchiva tamrachooda trishoolakaha Ashtavimshatihastanaam evam naamaanivikramat.
Samyuta Hasta Anjalishcha kapotashcha karkata swastikastatha Dolahasta pushpaputaha Utsanga shivalingakaha Katakavardhanashchiva kartaree swatikastata Shakata shankha chakrecha samputa pasha keelakau Matsya Koorma Varahashcha Garudonagabandakaha Khatwa bherundakakhyashcha avahitastathivacha Chaturvimshatisankhyakaha samyuta katithakaraha
Pataka Hasta
Stretch all the fingers & hold them tightly together to show Pataka Hasta. Nattyaarambhe Vaarivaahe Vane Vastunishadhane to begin the dance, clouds, forest, to refuse something Kuchasthale Nishanyaamcha Nadhyaam Amaramandale to show breasts, night sky, river, the heavens Turage Khandane Vaayau Shayane Gamanodyame horse, strike down, wind, sleeping, to go quietly Prataapecha Prasaadecha Chandrikaayam Ghanaatape to indicate greatness, to offer something, moonlight, bright sunlight Kavaattapaattane Saptavibhaktyarthe Tarangake to open a door, seven scriptures, waves Vithipraveshabhaavepi Samatvecha Angaraagake to enter a street, to show equality, to anoint ones body Aatmaarthe Shapathechaapi Tushnimbhaavanidarshane to show oneself, to take an oath, to show silence Aashirvaadakriyaayaamcha Nripashreshtasyabhaavane to bless,ideal king, Taalapatrecha Khettecha Dravyaadisparshane tatha palm leaf, shield, to touch things Tatratatretivachane Sindhautu Sukrutikrame to indicate such and such person, ocean, to indicate everything is alright Sambhodhane Purogepi Khadgarupasyadharane to address a person, going forward, sword Maase Samvatsare Varshaadine Samaarjane tatha month, year, rainy season, to sweep Evamartheshuyujyante Pataakahastabhavanah these are the different usages of Pataka Hasta
Tripataka Hasta Bend the fourth finger & hold the rest tightly, like in pataka hasta to show Tripataka Hasta. Makute Vrukshabhavecha Vajre Taddharavasave Crown, Tree, Weapon of Lord Indra, Lord Indra Ketakee kusume Deepe Vanhijwalavigrumbhane Ketakee Flower, Lamp, to show flames Kapole Patralekhayaam Baanarthe Parivartane Cheeks, Letter writing, Arrow, Changing Streepumpsayosamayoge Yujyate Tripatakakaha Getting together of Man & Woman Tripataka is used.
Ardhapataka Hasta
Bend the fourth & the last finger and hold the rest tightly like in Tripataka Hasta to show Ardhapataka Hasta. Pallave Phalake Teere Ubhayoritivachake Sprouts, Board, Banks of rivers, to show two persons Krukache Churikayancha Dhwaje Gopura Shrungayoho Hack Saw, Sword, Flag, Shrine, Horns Yujyaterdhapatakoyam Tatatkarmaprayogataha Ardhapataka is used to show all these things.
Kartareemukha Hasta
Hold Ardhapataka Hasta. Then make an angle between the second & third fingers (like in scissors) to show Kartareemukha Hasta. Streepumsayostuvishleshe Viparyasapadepicha Separation of Man & Woman,differentiation Lunthane Nayanantecha Marane Bhedabhavane Stealing, Glance, Death, Showing Difference Vidyudarthe Ekashayya Virahe Patanetatha Lightning, Single Bed, Pain of Separation, Falling Down Latayaam Yujyatechayam Kartareemukha Isyate Creeper Kartareemukha is used for all these things.
Mayura Hasta
Hold Tripataka Hasta but touch the fourth finger with the thumb to show Mayura Hasta. Mayurasye Latayancha Shakune Vamanetatha Peacock, Creeper, Bird, Vomiting Alakasyapanayane Lalate Tilakeshucha Curls, Forehead, Dot on the Forehead(bindi) Netrasyodakavikshepe Shastravade Prasidhake Tears, Predictions, Famous Yevamartyeshu Yujyante Mayurakarabhavanaaha To show all these meanings Mayura Hasta is used.
Ardhachandra Hasta
Leave the thumb in the Pataka Hasta to show Ardhachandra Hasta. Chandre Krishnashtameebhaje Galahastadikepicha Moon, Krishna's Birthday, pushing out holding the neck Bhallayudhe Devatanaamabhishechanakarmanee Weapon, worshipping the gods Bhukpatrecha Udbhave Katyaam Chintayaam Aatmavachake Plate, Creation, Waist, Worrying, Saying that "It is mine" Dhyanecha Prarthanechapi Angasamsparshane tatha Meditation, Praying, Touching the Limbs Prakrutanaamnamaskarepyardhacahndroniyujyate To salute the common man Ardhachandra Hasta is used.
Arala Hasta
Fold the second finger in Pataka Hasta to show Arala Hasta. Vishamrutadipaneshu Prachandapavanepicha Drinking Poison or Nectar, Thunder storm Yujyateraalahastoyam bharattagamakovidhihi Arala Hasta is used to show all these things.
Shukatunda Hasta
Bend the fourth finger in Arala Hasta to show Shukatunda Hasta. Baanaprayoge Kuntarthe Marmoktaaugrabhavane To Shoot an Arrow, Weapon, Saying Cunning things, Showing Fury Shukatundakarogneyo Bharatagamavedhibhihi Shukatunda Hasta is used for all these things.
Mushti Hasta
Fold all the fingers in to the palm & keep the thumb on them to show Mushti Hasta(like a fist). Sthire Kachagrahe Dardhye Vastraadeenaanchadharane Strength, Dragging by the Hair, Courageous, Holding Things Mallanaam Yudha bhavecha Mushtihastoyamuchyate Wrestling To show all these Mushti Hasta is used.
Shikhara Hasta
Stretch the thumb finger in Mushti Hasta to show Shikhara Hasta. Madane Karmukhe Sthambe Nishabdhe Pitrutarpane Cupid, Bow, Pillar, Silence, Offerings to the dead ancestors Oshte Pravishtaroopecha Radane Prashnabhavane Lips, Entering, Teeth, Questioning Ange Naasteetivachane Smarane Abinayaantare Limbs, saying 'NO', Recollection, At he end of an expression Katibandhakarshanecha Parirambhavidhoudhave Tying around the waist, Hugging Shaktitomarayormokshe Ghantanadecha Peshane Weapon names Shakti, Weapon called Tomara, Ringing the Bell, Churning Shikharo Yujyatesoyam Bharatagamavedhibhihi Shikhara Hasta is used to show all these things.
Kapitha Hasta
Fold the second finger on the thumb in the Shikhara Hasta to show Kapitha Hasta. Lakshmyamchiva Saraswatyam Veshtane Taladharane To show Goddess Lakshmi, Saraswati, Going Around, Holding the symbols(Tala) Godohanechanjanecha Leelattasumadharane Milking the cows, Putting eye liners, Holding Flowers Chelanchaladigrahane Patasyivavakuntane Holding the Saree(pallu), Draping a cloth on the face Dhoopadeepaarchanechapi Kapithasamprayujyate To Hold Lamp and Incense, Kapitha Hasta is Used.
Katakamukha Hasta
Bring together the thumb, index & middle fingers & stretch the other two fingers at an angle to show Katakamukha Hasta. Kusumapachaye Muktasrajaam Daamnancha Dharane Plucking the flowers, Pearl necklace, Wearing Flowers Sharamandaakarshanecha Nagavallee Pradanake Getting attracted by the cupid arrows, Giving Beetle Leaf Kastoorikadi Vastoonaam peshane Gandhavasane Showing Kastoori & other Perfumes, Enjoying the perfumes, Vachane Drushtibhavecha Katakamukha Ishyate To show Talking & Seeing Katakamukha Hasta is used.
Suchi Hasta
Stretch the index finger & bring together all others to show Suchi Hasta. Ekarthepi Parabrahmabhavanayam Shatapicha Showing Number One, Showing Para Brahma, To show 100 Ravou Nagaryam Lokarthe Tathepivachanepicha Sun, City, Universe, Saying 'That's how it is' Yachabdepichatatchabdhe Vyajanarthepitarjane Asking 'when, why, who, how?', Scaring Karshye Shalakavapushe Ashcharye Venibhavane Thin or Skinny, Wonder, Showing the hair Chatre Samarthe Konecha Romalyam Bheribhedhane Umbrella, Capable, Room, Excitement, Beating an instrument called Bheri Kulalachakrabhramane Rathange Mandaletatha Showing potter's Wheel, Wheel of a chariot, Group of People Vivechane Dinantecha Suchi Hasta Prakeertithaha Thinking, Evening all these are shown using Suchi Hasta.
Chandrakala Hasta
Stretch the thumb finger in Suchi Hasta to show Chandrakala Hasta. Yesha Chandrakalaa chandrakallayame Vyujyate This Chandrakala Hasta is used to show Moon. Padmakosha Hasta Bend all the fingers towards the palm to show Padmakosha Hasta. Phale Bilwa Kapithadou Streenaamcha Kuchakumbhayoho To show Fruits like Bilwa & Kapitha, Breasts Vartule Kanduke Swalpabhojane Pushpakoshake Round, Ball, Small quantity of food, Bud Sahakaraphale Pushpavarshe Manjarikadishu Mango, Rain of flowers, Bunch of Flowers Japakusumabhavepi Ghantaroopa Vidhanake To show Flowers, Bell Valmeeke Kumude Ande Padmakoshobhidheeyate Anthill, Lilly, Egg Padmakosha Hasta is used.
Sarpasheersha Hasta
Bend the fingers a little in Pataka Hasta to show Sarpasheersha Hasta. Chandane Bhujage Mande Prokshane Poshanadishu Sandalwood paste,Snake, Slow, Sprinkling, Caring Devarshudakadaaneshu Hyaspale Gajakumbhayoho Holy water, Elephant's Forehead Bhujaasphaletu Mallanaam Yujyate Sarpasheershakaha To show the muscles of wrestlers Sarpasheersha hasta is used.
Mrugasheersha Hasta
Stretch the thumb & the little fingers in Sarpasheersha Hasta to show Mrugasheersha Hasta. Streenamarthe Kapolecha Krama Maryadayorapi To show Women, Cheeks, Way of doing things, To show respect Bheete Vivade Nepathye Aavasecha Tripundrake Scare, Argument, Back Stage, The place of living, Forehead Mukhamukhe Rangavalyom Paadasamvahanepicha Meeting of people, Sacred Design on the floor, Massaging the feet Sarvasammelanekaarye Mandire Chatradharane Getting people together, house, Holding an umbrella Sopane Padavinyase Priyahvane Tathivacha Stairs, Gait, To call the loved one Sancharecha Prayujyeta Bharatagamakovidhihi To show Movement this hasta is used.
Simhamukha Hasta
Touch the middle & the ring finger with thumb & stretch the second & little fingers to show Simhamukha Hasta. Vidrume Mouktikechiva Sugandhe Alakasparshane to show Coral, Pearl, Fragrance, Curls Aakarnanecha Prushati Moksharthe Hrudisamstitaha Hearing, Point, Salvation, Heart Home Shashe Gaje Darbhachalane Padmadamini Sacred fire, Rabbit, Elephant, Sacred Grass, Flower Simhanane Vaidyapakashodhane Simhavakrakaha Lion's face, Examine the medicinal preparations Simhamukha Hasta is used.
Langoola Hasta or Kangoola Hasta
Fold the ring finger in Padmakosha Hasta to show Langoola Hasta. Lakuchasya Phale Balakuche Kalharake tatha To show Lemon, Breasts of a teenager, Flower called Kalhara Chakore Kramuke Baalakinkinyam Ghutikadike A bird called Chakora, Beetle nut, Jingles, Tablets Chaatake Yujyatechayam Kangoolakaranaamakaha A bird called Chataka Kangoola Hasta is used.
Alapadma Hasta
Stretch & hold all the fingers at an angle to each other to show Alapadma Hasta. Vikachabje Kapithadiphale Chaavartake Kuche Lotus, Fruit Called Kapitha, Turning, Breasts Virahe Mukure Poornachandre Soundaryabhajane Pain of seperation, Mirror, Full moon, Beautiful things Dhammille Chandrashalayaam Grame Uddhata Kopayoho Knotted Hair, Moon Chamber, Village, Height, Anger Tataake Shakate Chakravake Kalakalaarave Lake, Cart, Bird Called Chakravaka, Sound of Birds, wind, water Shlaghane Solapadmashcha Keertito Bharatagame To Praise Alapadma Hasta is used.
Chatura Hasta
Stretch all the fingers, hold the little finger at an angle to the other fingers & fold the thumb & touch the bottom of the ring finger to show Chatura Hasta. Kastooryaam Kinchidapyarthe Swarnataamraadilohake Fragrance called Kastoori, To show small quantity, Gold and other metals Aardre Khede Rasaaswade Lochane Varnabhedake Wetness, Sadness, Taste, Eye, Differentiate colors Pramane Sarase Mandagamane Shakaleekrute Promise, Romance, Slow movement, Breaking Aasane Ghruta Tailadou Yujyate Chaturakaraha Seat, Melted Butter, Oil Chatura Hasta is used.
Bhramara Hasta
Touch the Middle finger with thumb, bend the second finger completely, stretch the last two fingers at an angle to show Bhramara Hasta. Bhramarecha Shuke Yoge Saarase Kokiladishu To show Honey Bee, Parrot, Meditation(Yoga), Birds Called Sarasa & Kokila Bhramaraabidhahastoyam Keertito Bharatagame Bhramara Hasta is used.
Hamsasya Hasta
Touch the index finger with thumb & hold the other fingers at an angle to show Hamsasya Hasta. Mangalyasootrabandhe Chapyupadeshe Vinishchaye Tying the sacred thread of marriage, Advice, Decision Romanche Mouktikadoucha Chitrasamlekhane tatha Excitement, Pearls & other precious stones, Drawing Damshetu Jalabindoucha Deepavarteeprasarane Fly, Drop of water, Wick of the lamp Nikashe Shodhane Mallikadou Rekhavalekhane Polishing, Searching, Jasmine & other flowers, Drawing a line Malayaamvahane SohambhavanayanchaRoopake Holding garland, To say 'i am Brahma' Naasteetivachanechapi Nikashanamchabhavane Saying 'No', Looking at the polished article Krutakrutyepi Hamsasyaha Eerito Bharatagame Hamsasya Hasta is used to show all these things.
Hamsapaksha Hasta
Stretch the Little finger in Sarpasheersha Hasta to show Hamsapaksha Hasta. Shatsankhyayaam Setubandhe Nakharakankhanetatha To show number 6, Bridge, Impression of the nails Vidhane Hamsapakshoyam Keertito Bharatagame Way of doing thing Hamsapaksha Hasta is used.
Samdamsha Hasta
Hold the Padmakosha Hasta, close & open the fingers often to show Samdamsha Hasta. Udaare Balidanecha Vrane Keete Manobhaye To show Generosity, Sacrificial Offering, Wound, Insects, Fear Archane Panchavakravye Samdamshakyobhidheeyate Offering Worship, Number 5 Samdamsha Hasta is used.
Mukula Hasta
Touch the tips of all the fingers to show Mukula Hasta. Kumude Bhojane Panchabane Mudradidharane To show Lilly, Eating, Cupid,Smearing sacred marks on the body Naabhoucha Kadaleepushpe Yujyate Mukulakaraha Belly button, Banana Flower Mukula Hasta is used.
Tamrachooda Hasta
Hold the Mukula Hasta, separate the index finger, bend a little to show Tamrachooda Hasta. Kukkutadou Bake Kaake Ushtre Vatsecha Lekhane To show Rooster,A bird called Baka, Crow, Camel, Calf and to show letters Tamrachooda Karakhyasou Keertito Bharatagame Taamrachooda Hasta is used.
Trishoola Hasta
Fold the thumb & the little finger, stretch the other fingers & hold them together to show Trishoola Hasta. Bilwapatre Tritwayukte Trishoolakara Eeritaha To show a leaf called Bilwa & to show the number 3 Trishoola Hasta is used.
Anjali Hasta
Hold Pataka in both the hands & join the palms to show Anjali Hasta. Devataguru Vipranaam Namaskarepyanukramaat To salute God, Teacher & the Learned hold the Anjali Hasta Karyasshiromukhorassu Viniyojyonjalikaraha above the head, in front of the face & in front of chest respectively.
Kapota Hasta
In Anjali Hasta, only the borders of the hands are joined(Palm should not touch one another) to show Kapota Hasta. Pramaana Gurusambhasha Viniyogeekrutishwayam To make promise, Speak to the teacher, To be Polite, To Agree this hasta is used.
Karkata Hasta
Bring the fingers of both the hands between one another to show Karkata Hasta. Samoohadarshane Tundadarshane Shankhapoorane To show Crowd, Thick articles, Blowing of Shankha Angaanaam Motane Shakhonnamanecha Niyujyate Stretching Limbs, Bending the branches of a tree this hasta is used.
Swastika Hasta
Hold Pataka Hands & cross the hands at the wrist so that the hands are opposite to each other to shoe Swastika Hasta. Samyogena Swastikakhyo Makararthe Niyujyate This hasta is used to show Alligator Bhayavade Vivadecha Keertane Swastikobhavet To Talk in fear, to Argument and to praise this hasta is used.
Dola Hasta
Hold Pataka Hasta, stretch the arms & keep the hasta upside down along the hip line to show Dola Hasta. Naatyarambhe Prayoktavya Iti Natyavidovidhuhu This hasta is used in the beginning of a dance.
Pushpaputa Hasta
Hold Sarpasheersha in both the hands & join them at the wrist to show Pushpaputa Hasta. Neerajanavidhou Baala Phaladigrahane tatha To show Lamp Offering, Children, Accept Fruits Sandhyayaamarghyadanecha Mantrapushpe Niyojayet Offering to the Sun in the evenings, Chant Holy prayers This hasta is used.
Utsanga Hasta
Hold Mrugasheersha Hasta in both the hands, cross the hands, touch opposite shoulders to show Utsanga Hasta. Aalinganecha Lajjayaam Angadaadipradarshane To Embrace, To show shyness, To show one's body Baalaanaamshikshanechaayam Utsango Yujyatekaraha To deciplinne children Utsanga hasta is used.
Shivalinga Hasta
Hold Ardhachandra Hasta in the left hand(palm up), keep shikhara Hasta in right hand & place it on the left hand to show Shivalinga Hasta. Viniyogastutatsyva Shivalingapradarshane This Hasta is used to show Shivalinga (Lord Shiva).
Katakavardhana Hasta
Hold Katakamukha Hasta in both hands, cross the hands at the wrist to show Katakavardhana Hasta. Pattabhisheke Poojayam Vivahadishu Yujyate To show Coronation, To worship and to show weddings this hasta is used.
Kartareeswastika Hasta
Hold Kartareemukha Hasta in both the hands & cross the hands at the wrist to show Kartareeswastika Hasta. Shakhaasucha Adri Shikhare Vruksheshucha Niyujyate To show the branches of a tree, tip of Mountains, Trees This hasta is used.
Shakata Hasta
Leave the thumb & the middle fingers in Bhramara Hasta. Hold like this in both the hands & cross at the wrist to show Shakata Hasta. Another way of showing Shakata Hasta is to cross the Arala Hastas at the wrist. Raakshasaabhinayechaayam Niyukto Bharatadibhihi This hasta is used to show Demons.
Shankha Hasta
Hold the Left thumb with the last three fingers of the right hand, stretch the other fingers of the left hand, stretch & touch the thumb & index fingers of the right hand with the stretched fingers of the left hand to show Shankha Hasta. Shankhaadishuniyujyoya Mityevam Bharataadayaha This hasta is used to show Conch.
Chakra Hasta
Hold Ardhachandra hasta in both the hands, place them one above the other like a Plus(+) mark to show Chakra Hasta. Chakrahastassa vigneya chakrarthe viniyujyate This Hasta is used to show Chakra, the weapon of Lord Vishnu.
Samputa Hasta
Hold Chakra Hasta, fold the thumb & little fingers in both the hands to show Samputa Hasta. Vastvaacchchade Samputecha Samputahkara Eeritaha To cover things and to show the sacred box in which the idols are placed this Samputa Hasta is used.
Paasha Hasta
Hold Suchi Hasta in both hands, bend the index finger a little & join these fingers like a chain to show Paasha Hasta. Anyonyakalahe Paashe Shynkhalaayaam Niyujyate To show Playful Quarrel, Rope, Chains this hasta is used.
Keelaka Hasta
Hold Mrugasheersha Hasta in both hands, bend the little finger a little & join these fingers like a chain to show Keelaka Hasta. Snehecha Narmalaapecha Viniyogosya Sammataha To show friendly talk this hasta is used.
Matsya Hasta
Hold Pataka hasta in both the hands, place them one above the other, stretch the thumb a bit (like fins of fish) to show Matsya Hasta. Etasya Viniyogastu Matsyarthe Sammatobhavet This hasta is used to show Fish.
Koorma Hasta
Opposite of Chakra Hasta is Koorma Hasta i.e Stretch the thumb & little fingers & fold the other fingers in Chakra Hasta to show Koorma Hasta. Koormahastasyavigneyaha Koormarthe Viniyujyate This Hasta is used to show Turtle, Tortoise
Varaha Hasta
Hold Mrugasheersha hasta in both hands, place them one above the other to show Varaha Hasta. Etasyaviniyogastu Varaharthe tu Yujyate This Hasta is used to Show Boar (Wild Pig)
Garuda Hasta
Hold Ardhachandra in both the hands, turn them & hold them with the thumbs to show Garuda Hasta. Garudo Garudarthe cha Yujyate Baratagame This Hasta is used to show a bird called Garuda.
Nagabandha Hasta
Hold Sarpasheersha in both the hands & cross them at the wrist to show Nagabandha Hasta. Bhujagadampatee Bhaave Nikunchanaamcha darshane To show Snakes, Creeper Chamber Athrvanasya mantreshu Yojyo Bharatakovidhihi Atharvana Veda Shlokas this hasta is used.
Khatva Hasta
Hold Chatura Hasta in both hands, place the hands one above the other, stretch the index fingers down to show Khatva Hasta. Khatvahastobhavedeshaha Khatvaadishu Niyujyate This Hasta is used to show Bed.
Bherundha Hasta
Hold Kapitha Hasta & cross them at the wrist to show Bherundha Hasta. Bherundhapakshi Dampatyorbherundhaka Eteeritaha To show a bird couple called Bherundha this hasta is used.
Avahittha Hasta
Hold Alapadma in both the hands, cross them at the wrist, place them near chest to show Avahitha Hasta. Srungara Natanechiva Leelaa Kandukadharane To show Love, Catching the ball Kucharthe Yujyate Soyamavahitthakaraabhidhaha Breasts Avahittha Hasta is used.
» Anga ( Body Distinction)
» Hasta Vedas
The entire body is divided as
Anga, Pratyanga and Upaanga.
Anga
Anganyatra shirohastau vaksha paarshwakateetatau, Paadaviti shaduktaani greevamapyapare jaguhu Head, Hands, Chest, Waist, Bottom, Legs are the Six Angas. Some people include Neck also.
Pratyanga
Pratyangaani twathaskandhau baahoo prushtam tathodaram ooroo janghe shadityahurapare manibandhakau jaanooneekoorparamiti trayamapyadhikam jaguhu Shoulders, Arms, Stomach, thighs, Knee are the Six Pratyangas. Some people include Wrist, elbow and Ankle also.
Upaanga
Drushtibhrooputatarashcha kapolau naasikaahanuhu Adharodashanaa jihwaa chubukam vadanam tatha Upaangani dwadashitaanyanyaanyangaani santi cha Paarshnee gulbautathangulyaa karayoho padayostale
Sight, Eyebrow, Eye lids, Eye balls, Cheeks, Nose, Gums, Lower Lip, Teeth, Tongue, Chin and Face are the 12 Upaangas. Few people include Heels, Fingers, Feet, Palm also into upaangas.
Pratynaga and Upaangas should move along with the Angas.
Anga Lakshana, the way of moving body parts [top]
• Shirobhedha - Head Movement
• Greevabhedha - Neck Movement
• Drushtibhedha - Eye Movement
• Padabheda
o Mandala - Standing Posture
o Utplavana - Leaps
o Bhramari - Circling Movement
o Chari - Leg Movement
• Gatibhedha - Characteristic walks and
• Hastas or Mudras - Hand Movements
o Asamyuta Hasta
o Samyuta Hasta
o Deva Hasta
o Dashavatara Hasta
o Navagraha Hasta
o Jaati Hasta
o Bandhu Hasta
o Nritta Hasta
Hasta-Veda [top]
There are 28 Asamyukta hastas and 24 Samyukta hasta. Each hasta has a defined usage called Vinijoga. These viniyogas are again sanskrit shlokas written in Natyasastra.
Asamyuta Hasta
Pataka tripatakordhapataka kartareemukhaha Mayurakyordhachandrashcha arala shukatundakaha Mushtishta shikarakyashcha kapitha katakamukhaha Suchee chandrakala padmakosham sarpashirastata Mrugasheersha simhamukho langulasolapadmakaha Chaturo bramarashchiva hamsasyo hamsapakshakaha Samdamsho mukulashchiva tamrachooda trishoolakaha Ashtavimshatihastanaam evam naamaanivikramat.
Samyuta Hasta Anjalishcha kapotashcha karkata swastikastatha Dolahasta pushpaputaha Utsanga shivalingakaha Katakavardhanashchiva kartaree swatikastata Shakata shankha chakrecha samputa pasha keelakau Matsya Koorma Varahashcha Garudonagabandakaha Khatwa bherundakakhyashcha avahitastathivacha Chaturvimshatisankhyakaha samyuta katithakaraha
Pataka Hasta
Stretch all the fingers & hold them tightly together to show Pataka Hasta. Nattyaarambhe Vaarivaahe Vane Vastunishadhane to begin the dance, clouds, forest, to refuse something Kuchasthale Nishanyaamcha Nadhyaam Amaramandale to show breasts, night sky, river, the heavens Turage Khandane Vaayau Shayane Gamanodyame horse, strike down, wind, sleeping, to go quietly Prataapecha Prasaadecha Chandrikaayam Ghanaatape to indicate greatness, to offer something, moonlight, bright sunlight Kavaattapaattane Saptavibhaktyarthe Tarangake to open a door, seven scriptures, waves Vithipraveshabhaavepi Samatvecha Angaraagake to enter a street, to show equality, to anoint ones body Aatmaarthe Shapathechaapi Tushnimbhaavanidarshane to show oneself, to take an oath, to show silence Aashirvaadakriyaayaamcha Nripashreshtasyabhaavane to bless,ideal king, Taalapatrecha Khettecha Dravyaadisparshane tatha palm leaf, shield, to touch things Tatratatretivachane Sindhautu Sukrutikrame to indicate such and such person, ocean, to indicate everything is alright Sambhodhane Purogepi Khadgarupasyadharane to address a person, going forward, sword Maase Samvatsare Varshaadine Samaarjane tatha month, year, rainy season, to sweep Evamartheshuyujyante Pataakahastabhavanah these are the different usages of Pataka Hasta
Tripataka Hasta Bend the fourth finger & hold the rest tightly, like in pataka hasta to show Tripataka Hasta. Makute Vrukshabhavecha Vajre Taddharavasave Crown, Tree, Weapon of Lord Indra, Lord Indra Ketakee kusume Deepe Vanhijwalavigrumbhane Ketakee Flower, Lamp, to show flames Kapole Patralekhayaam Baanarthe Parivartane Cheeks, Letter writing, Arrow, Changing Streepumpsayosamayoge Yujyate Tripatakakaha Getting together of Man & Woman Tripataka is used.
Ardhapataka Hasta
Bend the fourth & the last finger and hold the rest tightly like in Tripataka Hasta to show Ardhapataka Hasta. Pallave Phalake Teere Ubhayoritivachake Sprouts, Board, Banks of rivers, to show two persons Krukache Churikayancha Dhwaje Gopura Shrungayoho Hack Saw, Sword, Flag, Shrine, Horns Yujyaterdhapatakoyam Tatatkarmaprayogataha Ardhapataka is used to show all these things.
Kartareemukha Hasta
Hold Ardhapataka Hasta. Then make an angle between the second & third fingers (like in scissors) to show Kartareemukha Hasta. Streepumsayostuvishleshe Viparyasapadepicha Separation of Man & Woman,differentiation Lunthane Nayanantecha Marane Bhedabhavane Stealing, Glance, Death, Showing Difference Vidyudarthe Ekashayya Virahe Patanetatha Lightning, Single Bed, Pain of Separation, Falling Down Latayaam Yujyatechayam Kartareemukha Isyate Creeper Kartareemukha is used for all these things.
Mayura Hasta
Hold Tripataka Hasta but touch the fourth finger with the thumb to show Mayura Hasta. Mayurasye Latayancha Shakune Vamanetatha Peacock, Creeper, Bird, Vomiting Alakasyapanayane Lalate Tilakeshucha Curls, Forehead, Dot on the Forehead(bindi) Netrasyodakavikshepe Shastravade Prasidhake Tears, Predictions, Famous Yevamartyeshu Yujyante Mayurakarabhavanaaha To show all these meanings Mayura Hasta is used.
Ardhachandra Hasta
Leave the thumb in the Pataka Hasta to show Ardhachandra Hasta. Chandre Krishnashtameebhaje Galahastadikepicha Moon, Krishna's Birthday, pushing out holding the neck Bhallayudhe Devatanaamabhishechanakarmanee Weapon, worshipping the gods Bhukpatrecha Udbhave Katyaam Chintayaam Aatmavachake Plate, Creation, Waist, Worrying, Saying that "It is mine" Dhyanecha Prarthanechapi Angasamsparshane tatha Meditation, Praying, Touching the Limbs Prakrutanaamnamaskarepyardhacahndroniyujyate To salute the common man Ardhachandra Hasta is used.
Arala Hasta
Fold the second finger in Pataka Hasta to show Arala Hasta. Vishamrutadipaneshu Prachandapavanepicha Drinking Poison or Nectar, Thunder storm Yujyateraalahastoyam bharattagamakovidhihi Arala Hasta is used to show all these things.
Shukatunda Hasta
Bend the fourth finger in Arala Hasta to show Shukatunda Hasta. Baanaprayoge Kuntarthe Marmoktaaugrabhavane To Shoot an Arrow, Weapon, Saying Cunning things, Showing Fury Shukatundakarogneyo Bharatagamavedhibhihi Shukatunda Hasta is used for all these things.
Mushti Hasta
Fold all the fingers in to the palm & keep the thumb on them to show Mushti Hasta(like a fist). Sthire Kachagrahe Dardhye Vastraadeenaanchadharane Strength, Dragging by the Hair, Courageous, Holding Things Mallanaam Yudha bhavecha Mushtihastoyamuchyate Wrestling To show all these Mushti Hasta is used.
Shikhara Hasta
Stretch the thumb finger in Mushti Hasta to show Shikhara Hasta. Madane Karmukhe Sthambe Nishabdhe Pitrutarpane Cupid, Bow, Pillar, Silence, Offerings to the dead ancestors Oshte Pravishtaroopecha Radane Prashnabhavane Lips, Entering, Teeth, Questioning Ange Naasteetivachane Smarane Abinayaantare Limbs, saying 'NO', Recollection, At he end of an expression Katibandhakarshanecha Parirambhavidhoudhave Tying around the waist, Hugging Shaktitomarayormokshe Ghantanadecha Peshane Weapon names Shakti, Weapon called Tomara, Ringing the Bell, Churning Shikharo Yujyatesoyam Bharatagamavedhibhihi Shikhara Hasta is used to show all these things.
Kapitha Hasta
Fold the second finger on the thumb in the Shikhara Hasta to show Kapitha Hasta. Lakshmyamchiva Saraswatyam Veshtane Taladharane To show Goddess Lakshmi, Saraswati, Going Around, Holding the symbols(Tala) Godohanechanjanecha Leelattasumadharane Milking the cows, Putting eye liners, Holding Flowers Chelanchaladigrahane Patasyivavakuntane Holding the Saree(pallu), Draping a cloth on the face Dhoopadeepaarchanechapi Kapithasamprayujyate To Hold Lamp and Incense, Kapitha Hasta is Used.
Katakamukha Hasta
Bring together the thumb, index & middle fingers & stretch the other two fingers at an angle to show Katakamukha Hasta. Kusumapachaye Muktasrajaam Daamnancha Dharane Plucking the flowers, Pearl necklace, Wearing Flowers Sharamandaakarshanecha Nagavallee Pradanake Getting attracted by the cupid arrows, Giving Beetle Leaf Kastoorikadi Vastoonaam peshane Gandhavasane Showing Kastoori & other Perfumes, Enjoying the perfumes, Vachane Drushtibhavecha Katakamukha Ishyate To show Talking & Seeing Katakamukha Hasta is used.
Suchi Hasta
Stretch the index finger & bring together all others to show Suchi Hasta. Ekarthepi Parabrahmabhavanayam Shatapicha Showing Number One, Showing Para Brahma, To show 100 Ravou Nagaryam Lokarthe Tathepivachanepicha Sun, City, Universe, Saying 'That's how it is' Yachabdepichatatchabdhe Vyajanarthepitarjane Asking 'when, why, who, how?', Scaring Karshye Shalakavapushe Ashcharye Venibhavane Thin or Skinny, Wonder, Showing the hair Chatre Samarthe Konecha Romalyam Bheribhedhane Umbrella, Capable, Room, Excitement, Beating an instrument called Bheri Kulalachakrabhramane Rathange Mandaletatha Showing potter's Wheel, Wheel of a chariot, Group of People Vivechane Dinantecha Suchi Hasta Prakeertithaha Thinking, Evening all these are shown using Suchi Hasta.
Chandrakala Hasta
Stretch the thumb finger in Suchi Hasta to show Chandrakala Hasta. Yesha Chandrakalaa chandrakallayame Vyujyate This Chandrakala Hasta is used to show Moon. Padmakosha Hasta Bend all the fingers towards the palm to show Padmakosha Hasta. Phale Bilwa Kapithadou Streenaamcha Kuchakumbhayoho To show Fruits like Bilwa & Kapitha, Breasts Vartule Kanduke Swalpabhojane Pushpakoshake Round, Ball, Small quantity of food, Bud Sahakaraphale Pushpavarshe Manjarikadishu Mango, Rain of flowers, Bunch of Flowers Japakusumabhavepi Ghantaroopa Vidhanake To show Flowers, Bell Valmeeke Kumude Ande Padmakoshobhidheeyate Anthill, Lilly, Egg Padmakosha Hasta is used.
Sarpasheersha Hasta
Bend the fingers a little in Pataka Hasta to show Sarpasheersha Hasta. Chandane Bhujage Mande Prokshane Poshanadishu Sandalwood paste,Snake, Slow, Sprinkling, Caring Devarshudakadaaneshu Hyaspale Gajakumbhayoho Holy water, Elephant's Forehead Bhujaasphaletu Mallanaam Yujyate Sarpasheershakaha To show the muscles of wrestlers Sarpasheersha hasta is used.
Mrugasheersha Hasta
Stretch the thumb & the little fingers in Sarpasheersha Hasta to show Mrugasheersha Hasta. Streenamarthe Kapolecha Krama Maryadayorapi To show Women, Cheeks, Way of doing things, To show respect Bheete Vivade Nepathye Aavasecha Tripundrake Scare, Argument, Back Stage, The place of living, Forehead Mukhamukhe Rangavalyom Paadasamvahanepicha Meeting of people, Sacred Design on the floor, Massaging the feet Sarvasammelanekaarye Mandire Chatradharane Getting people together, house, Holding an umbrella Sopane Padavinyase Priyahvane Tathivacha Stairs, Gait, To call the loved one Sancharecha Prayujyeta Bharatagamakovidhihi To show Movement this hasta is used.
Simhamukha Hasta
Touch the middle & the ring finger with thumb & stretch the second & little fingers to show Simhamukha Hasta. Vidrume Mouktikechiva Sugandhe Alakasparshane to show Coral, Pearl, Fragrance, Curls Aakarnanecha Prushati Moksharthe Hrudisamstitaha Hearing, Point, Salvation, Heart Home Shashe Gaje Darbhachalane Padmadamini Sacred fire, Rabbit, Elephant, Sacred Grass, Flower Simhanane Vaidyapakashodhane Simhavakrakaha Lion's face, Examine the medicinal preparations Simhamukha Hasta is used.
Langoola Hasta or Kangoola Hasta
Fold the ring finger in Padmakosha Hasta to show Langoola Hasta. Lakuchasya Phale Balakuche Kalharake tatha To show Lemon, Breasts of a teenager, Flower called Kalhara Chakore Kramuke Baalakinkinyam Ghutikadike A bird called Chakora, Beetle nut, Jingles, Tablets Chaatake Yujyatechayam Kangoolakaranaamakaha A bird called Chataka Kangoola Hasta is used.
Alapadma Hasta
Stretch & hold all the fingers at an angle to each other to show Alapadma Hasta. Vikachabje Kapithadiphale Chaavartake Kuche Lotus, Fruit Called Kapitha, Turning, Breasts Virahe Mukure Poornachandre Soundaryabhajane Pain of seperation, Mirror, Full moon, Beautiful things Dhammille Chandrashalayaam Grame Uddhata Kopayoho Knotted Hair, Moon Chamber, Village, Height, Anger Tataake Shakate Chakravake Kalakalaarave Lake, Cart, Bird Called Chakravaka, Sound of Birds, wind, water Shlaghane Solapadmashcha Keertito Bharatagame To Praise Alapadma Hasta is used.
Chatura Hasta
Stretch all the fingers, hold the little finger at an angle to the other fingers & fold the thumb & touch the bottom of the ring finger to show Chatura Hasta. Kastooryaam Kinchidapyarthe Swarnataamraadilohake Fragrance called Kastoori, To show small quantity, Gold and other metals Aardre Khede Rasaaswade Lochane Varnabhedake Wetness, Sadness, Taste, Eye, Differentiate colors Pramane Sarase Mandagamane Shakaleekrute Promise, Romance, Slow movement, Breaking Aasane Ghruta Tailadou Yujyate Chaturakaraha Seat, Melted Butter, Oil Chatura Hasta is used.
Bhramara Hasta
Touch the Middle finger with thumb, bend the second finger completely, stretch the last two fingers at an angle to show Bhramara Hasta. Bhramarecha Shuke Yoge Saarase Kokiladishu To show Honey Bee, Parrot, Meditation(Yoga), Birds Called Sarasa & Kokila Bhramaraabidhahastoyam Keertito Bharatagame Bhramara Hasta is used.
Hamsasya Hasta
Touch the index finger with thumb & hold the other fingers at an angle to show Hamsasya Hasta. Mangalyasootrabandhe Chapyupadeshe Vinishchaye Tying the sacred thread of marriage, Advice, Decision Romanche Mouktikadoucha Chitrasamlekhane tatha Excitement, Pearls & other precious stones, Drawing Damshetu Jalabindoucha Deepavarteeprasarane Fly, Drop of water, Wick of the lamp Nikashe Shodhane Mallikadou Rekhavalekhane Polishing, Searching, Jasmine & other flowers, Drawing a line Malayaamvahane SohambhavanayanchaRoopake Holding garland, To say 'i am Brahma' Naasteetivachanechapi Nikashanamchabhavane Saying 'No', Looking at the polished article Krutakrutyepi Hamsasyaha Eerito Bharatagame Hamsasya Hasta is used to show all these things.
Hamsapaksha Hasta
Stretch the Little finger in Sarpasheersha Hasta to show Hamsapaksha Hasta. Shatsankhyayaam Setubandhe Nakharakankhanetatha To show number 6, Bridge, Impression of the nails Vidhane Hamsapakshoyam Keertito Bharatagame Way of doing thing Hamsapaksha Hasta is used.
Samdamsha Hasta
Hold the Padmakosha Hasta, close & open the fingers often to show Samdamsha Hasta. Udaare Balidanecha Vrane Keete Manobhaye To show Generosity, Sacrificial Offering, Wound, Insects, Fear Archane Panchavakravye Samdamshakyobhidheeyate Offering Worship, Number 5 Samdamsha Hasta is used.
Mukula Hasta
Touch the tips of all the fingers to show Mukula Hasta. Kumude Bhojane Panchabane Mudradidharane To show Lilly, Eating, Cupid,Smearing sacred marks on the body Naabhoucha Kadaleepushpe Yujyate Mukulakaraha Belly button, Banana Flower Mukula Hasta is used.
Tamrachooda Hasta
Hold the Mukula Hasta, separate the index finger, bend a little to show Tamrachooda Hasta. Kukkutadou Bake Kaake Ushtre Vatsecha Lekhane To show Rooster,A bird called Baka, Crow, Camel, Calf and to show letters Tamrachooda Karakhyasou Keertito Bharatagame Taamrachooda Hasta is used.
Trishoola Hasta
Fold the thumb & the little finger, stretch the other fingers & hold them together to show Trishoola Hasta. Bilwapatre Tritwayukte Trishoolakara Eeritaha To show a leaf called Bilwa & to show the number 3 Trishoola Hasta is used.
Anjali Hasta
Hold Pataka in both the hands & join the palms to show Anjali Hasta. Devataguru Vipranaam Namaskarepyanukramaat To salute God, Teacher & the Learned hold the Anjali Hasta Karyasshiromukhorassu Viniyojyonjalikaraha above the head, in front of the face & in front of chest respectively.
Kapota Hasta
In Anjali Hasta, only the borders of the hands are joined(Palm should not touch one another) to show Kapota Hasta. Pramaana Gurusambhasha Viniyogeekrutishwayam To make promise, Speak to the teacher, To be Polite, To Agree this hasta is used.
Karkata Hasta
Bring the fingers of both the hands between one another to show Karkata Hasta. Samoohadarshane Tundadarshane Shankhapoorane To show Crowd, Thick articles, Blowing of Shankha Angaanaam Motane Shakhonnamanecha Niyujyate Stretching Limbs, Bending the branches of a tree this hasta is used.
Swastika Hasta
Hold Pataka Hands & cross the hands at the wrist so that the hands are opposite to each other to shoe Swastika Hasta. Samyogena Swastikakhyo Makararthe Niyujyate This hasta is used to show Alligator Bhayavade Vivadecha Keertane Swastikobhavet To Talk in fear, to Argument and to praise this hasta is used.
Dola Hasta
Hold Pataka Hasta, stretch the arms & keep the hasta upside down along the hip line to show Dola Hasta. Naatyarambhe Prayoktavya Iti Natyavidovidhuhu This hasta is used in the beginning of a dance.
Pushpaputa Hasta
Hold Sarpasheersha in both the hands & join them at the wrist to show Pushpaputa Hasta. Neerajanavidhou Baala Phaladigrahane tatha To show Lamp Offering, Children, Accept Fruits Sandhyayaamarghyadanecha Mantrapushpe Niyojayet Offering to the Sun in the evenings, Chant Holy prayers This hasta is used.
Utsanga Hasta
Hold Mrugasheersha Hasta in both the hands, cross the hands, touch opposite shoulders to show Utsanga Hasta. Aalinganecha Lajjayaam Angadaadipradarshane To Embrace, To show shyness, To show one's body Baalaanaamshikshanechaayam Utsango Yujyatekaraha To deciplinne children Utsanga hasta is used.
Shivalinga Hasta
Hold Ardhachandra Hasta in the left hand(palm up), keep shikhara Hasta in right hand & place it on the left hand to show Shivalinga Hasta. Viniyogastutatsyva Shivalingapradarshane This Hasta is used to show Shivalinga (Lord Shiva).
Katakavardhana Hasta
Hold Katakamukha Hasta in both hands, cross the hands at the wrist to show Katakavardhana Hasta. Pattabhisheke Poojayam Vivahadishu Yujyate To show Coronation, To worship and to show weddings this hasta is used.
Kartareeswastika Hasta
Hold Kartareemukha Hasta in both the hands & cross the hands at the wrist to show Kartareeswastika Hasta. Shakhaasucha Adri Shikhare Vruksheshucha Niyujyate To show the branches of a tree, tip of Mountains, Trees This hasta is used.
Shakata Hasta
Leave the thumb & the middle fingers in Bhramara Hasta. Hold like this in both the hands & cross at the wrist to show Shakata Hasta. Another way of showing Shakata Hasta is to cross the Arala Hastas at the wrist. Raakshasaabhinayechaayam Niyukto Bharatadibhihi This hasta is used to show Demons.
Shankha Hasta
Hold the Left thumb with the last three fingers of the right hand, stretch the other fingers of the left hand, stretch & touch the thumb & index fingers of the right hand with the stretched fingers of the left hand to show Shankha Hasta. Shankhaadishuniyujyoya Mityevam Bharataadayaha This hasta is used to show Conch.
Chakra Hasta
Hold Ardhachandra hasta in both the hands, place them one above the other like a Plus(+) mark to show Chakra Hasta. Chakrahastassa vigneya chakrarthe viniyujyate This Hasta is used to show Chakra, the weapon of Lord Vishnu.
Samputa Hasta
Hold Chakra Hasta, fold the thumb & little fingers in both the hands to show Samputa Hasta. Vastvaacchchade Samputecha Samputahkara Eeritaha To cover things and to show the sacred box in which the idols are placed this Samputa Hasta is used.
Paasha Hasta
Hold Suchi Hasta in both hands, bend the index finger a little & join these fingers like a chain to show Paasha Hasta. Anyonyakalahe Paashe Shynkhalaayaam Niyujyate To show Playful Quarrel, Rope, Chains this hasta is used.
Keelaka Hasta
Hold Mrugasheersha Hasta in both hands, bend the little finger a little & join these fingers like a chain to show Keelaka Hasta. Snehecha Narmalaapecha Viniyogosya Sammataha To show friendly talk this hasta is used.
Matsya Hasta
Hold Pataka hasta in both the hands, place them one above the other, stretch the thumb a bit (like fins of fish) to show Matsya Hasta. Etasya Viniyogastu Matsyarthe Sammatobhavet This hasta is used to show Fish.
Koorma Hasta
Opposite of Chakra Hasta is Koorma Hasta i.e Stretch the thumb & little fingers & fold the other fingers in Chakra Hasta to show Koorma Hasta. Koormahastasyavigneyaha Koormarthe Viniyujyate This Hasta is used to show Turtle, Tortoise
Varaha Hasta
Hold Mrugasheersha hasta in both hands, place them one above the other to show Varaha Hasta. Etasyaviniyogastu Varaharthe tu Yujyate This Hasta is used to Show Boar (Wild Pig)
Garuda Hasta
Hold Ardhachandra in both the hands, turn them & hold them with the thumbs to show Garuda Hasta. Garudo Garudarthe cha Yujyate Baratagame This Hasta is used to show a bird called Garuda.
Nagabandha Hasta
Hold Sarpasheersha in both the hands & cross them at the wrist to show Nagabandha Hasta. Bhujagadampatee Bhaave Nikunchanaamcha darshane To show Snakes, Creeper Chamber Athrvanasya mantreshu Yojyo Bharatakovidhihi Atharvana Veda Shlokas this hasta is used.
Khatva Hasta
Hold Chatura Hasta in both hands, place the hands one above the other, stretch the index fingers down to show Khatva Hasta. Khatvahastobhavedeshaha Khatvaadishu Niyujyate This Hasta is used to show Bed.
Bherundha Hasta
Hold Kapitha Hasta & cross them at the wrist to show Bherundha Hasta. Bherundhapakshi Dampatyorbherundhaka Eteeritaha To show a bird couple called Bherundha this hasta is used.
Avahittha Hasta
Hold Alapadma in both the hands, cross them at the wrist, place them near chest to show Avahitha Hasta. Srungara Natanechiva Leelaa Kandukadharane To show Love, Catching the ball Kucharthe Yujyate Soyamavahitthakaraabhidhaha Breasts Avahittha Hasta is used.
