VARIOUS MUDRAS RELATED TO BUDDHA - vajra mudra

It indicates knowledge. This mudra is better known in Korea and Japan. In this mudra, the erect forefinger of the left hand is held in the fist of the right hand. It is seen in the mirror-inverted form also. This mudra signifies the importance of knowledge or supreme wisdom. Knowledge is represented by the forefinger and the fist of the right hand protects it.