Svastikasana
(Prosperous pose)
Svastikasana is the pose of setting properly (i.e evenly) the two soles (i.e. feet) between the opposite thighs and knees, while sitting on level ground with erect body. When we sit in this posture, the position of legs resemble the Svastika, hence it is called Svastikasana.
In Indian culture Svastika is very popular as an auspicious sign. Svastikasana is an effective meditative posture.
Asana Technique:
 Stretch out both legs together, hands by the side of the body, palms resting on the ground, fingers together pointing forward.
Now fold your one leg at the knees and put it against the joint of the other thigh.
Fold the other leg and put it near the joint of the other thigh.
Put both hands on the knees in jnana mudra.
While returning to the original position first stretch out right leg.
Then stretch out left leg and keep both legs together.
Points to remember while doing this pose:
Sit erect keeping the supine straight.
The two soles should be placed between the thigh and the calf muscles.
Benefits of Svastikasana:
Not only does this pose helps in meditation, when combined with pranayam cures many diseases and increase balance in body and mind.
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