The earliest "story" began with the Vedas (c. 1500–500 BCE), where priests used mudras to regulate the rhythm and intonation of sacred chants.
The Dharmachakra Mudra (Turning the Wheel of Law) commemorates the moment the Buddha delivered his first teachings in Deer Park. 3. The Science of the "Five Elements"
The "story" of mudras is a narrative that spans over , evolving from ancient Vedic rituals into a sophisticated "silent language" of the soul used in yoga, dance, and spiritual practice. 1. The Divine Origins
When a rampaging elephant was unleashed to kill the Buddha, he stood calm and raised his hand in the Abhaya Mudra (Gesture of Fearlessness). The beast, overcome by his compassion, stopped and bowed its head.