वितर्कमुद्रा | व्याख्यानमुद्रा

This gesture indicates teaching, intellectual discussion, and debate. The thumb touching the index finger forms a circle of understanding, while the other fingers remain outstretched. This circle represents the cycle of teaching and learning, emphasizing that knowledge is a continuous process that evolves through discussion and intellectual engagement.

The extended fingers are also symbolic. The three extended fingers represent the three jewels of Buddhism—the Buddha, the Dharma (teachings), and the Sangha (community). This supports the idea that the mudra is about dissemination of knowledge and the interconnection between the teacher, the teachings, and the community of practitioners.