Kubera Mudra: How to Do It, Meaning, Benefits and Practice

Kubera mudra is a hand gesture in which the tips of the thumb, index finger and middle finger touch, while the ring and little fingers fold into the palm. Named after Kubera, the Hindu guardian of wealth, it is traditionally used to focus the mind on a clear goal or intention and is often practised with a prosperity mantra during meditation.

It is quick to learn and needs no special flexibility. For the wider tradition of hand gestures, see what are mudras.

Kubera mudra at a glance

Sanskrit	Kubera Mudra (कुबेर मुद्रा); also spelled Kuber mudra
Named after	Kubera, lord of wealth and guardian of the north
Fingers	Thumb, index and middle tips joined; ring and little fingers folded into the palm
Elements	Fire (thumb), air (index), space (middle) joined; earth (ring) and water (little) folded in
Traditional focus	Clear intention, confidence, prosperity
Duration	5 minutes to start; up to 15 minutes, once or twice a day

Who is Kubera?

Kubera (also Kuber or Vaishravana) is the treasurer of the gods and the king of the yakshas, nature spirits who guard hidden treasures. He is one of the dikpalas, guardians of the directions, and presides over the north. His city is Alaka in the Himalayas, near Mount Kailash. In the Ramayana he is Ravana’s half-brother, from whom Ravana seized Lanka and the flying chariot Pushpaka.

Kubera is worshipped alongside Lakshmi, especially on Dhanteras and during Diwali Lakshmi puja. Lakshmi is wealth itself, while Kubera is its guardian and distributor. For his mantra and devotional hymns, see the Kuber mantra and Kuber Chalisa meaning.

How to do Kubera mudra step by step

1. Sit comfortably with the spine upright — on a cushion, a chair, or in Vajrasana or Padmasana.
2. Rest the hands on the thighs or knees, palms facing up.
3. Fold the ring and little fingers so that their tips rest gently against the centre of the palm.
4. Bring together the tips of the thumb, index finger and middle finger, so the three fingertips touch lightly.
5. Do the same with both hands. The pressure should be light and even.
6. Close the eyes and breathe slowly through the nose.
7. Hold an intention. Bring to mind a specific, positive goal, phrased simply, and keep returning to it as you breathe.
8. Practise for 5–15 minutes, then release the fingers and stretch the hands.

The traditional meaning of the fingers

In the commonly taught elemental interpretation of mudras, each finger relates to one of the five elements: the thumb to fire, the index to air, the middle to space (akasha), the ring to earth and the little finger to water.

Kubera mudra joins fire, air and space — energy, movement and openness — while folding in earth and water, often read as stability and steadiness held in reserve. Teachers describe it as directing energy toward a single aim. These associations are symbolic and come from yoga and Ayurveda-based teaching; they are not anatomical findings.

A simple Kubera mudra practice with intention

1. Sit, form the mudra, and take five slow breaths.
2. Silently state one clear goal — for example, “I will finish this project with care,” or “I will manage my money wisely this month.”
3. Chant a short mantra 11 or 108 times, counting on a mala or simply on the breath:
   • Om Kuberaya Namah, or
   • Om Yakshaya Kuberaya Vaishravanaya Dhanadhanyadhipataye Dhanadhanya Samriddhim Me Dehi Dapaya Svaha
4. Sit quietly for a minute, then think of one practical step you will take today toward your goal.

The last step matters. In Hindu teaching, artha (prosperity) is one of the four aims of life, pursued through right effort and in harmony with dharma. A mudra can support focus and intention; it does not replace work, planning or ethical conduct.

Kubera mudra compared with other mudras

Mudra	Fingers	Traditional emphasis
Kubera Mudra	Thumb + index + middle tips; ring and little folded	Intention, prosperity
Gyan Mudra	Index tip to thumb	Knowledge, calm focus
Prana Mudra	Ring + little tips to thumb	Vitality
Prithvi Mudra	Ring tip to thumb	Grounding
Ganesha Mudra	Hooked fingers of both hands pulling at the chest	Removing obstacles, courage

Benefits and evidence

People who practise Kubera mudra often describe it as a helpful anchor: forming a deliberate gesture while holding an intention can make it easier to stay focused and calm. Those are valid personal experiences.

However, claims that the mudra attracts money, guarantees success or treats conditions such as sinus congestion are not supported by robust evidence. Use it as a meditation aid. For nasal or sinus problems, see a doctor.

Precautions

The gesture is gentle and safe for most people. If you have arthritis, finger injuries or nerve symptoms in the hands, use a lighter or looser version, or skip it. Stop if you feel pain, numbness or cramping.