Samyuta Hasta

 Samyuta Hasta

Double Handed Gestures

Samyuta Hasta refers to joined or two-hand gestures used in classical Indian dance forms like Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Odissi, Kathak, and Manipuri. "Hasta" means hand, and "Samyuta" means joined or together. These gestures involve the coordinated movement of both hands simultaneously to convey various meanings, emotions, and narratives within a dance performance.

In classical Indian dance, Samyuta Hastas play a crucial role in storytelling, character depiction, and expression. Each Samyuta Hasta has its own name, form, and symbolic significance. Dancers are trained to execute them with precision, grace, and synchronization to effectively communicate with the audience.

Samyuta Hastas are often combined with facial expressions, body movements, and footwork to create a cohesive and expressive dance narrative. They contribute to the aesthetic beauty and richness of classical Indian dance forms, enhancing the visual appeal and communicative power of the performance.

Anjalishcha kapotashcha karkata svastikastatha Dolahasta pushpaputa utsanga shivalingakaha Katakavardhanashchaiva kartarisvastikastatha shakatam shankha chakrecha samputa pasha kilakau Matsya kurmo varahashcha garudo nagabandhakaha khatva bherundakaakhyashcha avahittastathaiva cha Chaturvimshati samkhyaakah samyutah kathitah karaah Anjali – salutation Kapota – pigeon Karkata – crab Svastika – crossed Dolahastha – hanging hands Pushpaputa – handful of flowers Utsanga – embrace Shivalinga – Lord Shiva Katakaavardhana – bangles / bracelets Kartaisvastika – crossed scissors Shakata – cart Shankha – conch Chakra – discus Samputa – covered box Pasha – rope/cord Kilaka – bond Matsya – fish Kurma – tortise Varaha – boar Garuda – eagle Nagabandha – two snakes Khatva – cot Bherunda – mythical bird with two heads Avahitta – breasts