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Palms up reminded me of Buddhism.  And the very important hand positions in the stances.  So I went a quickly grabbed something because I find it interesting and I see a relationship with what you are saying about palms up @CheerBear and @Phoenix_Rising

"Meditation Buddha / Serenity Buddha / Calming Buddha

Another of the more common rupas is of the Buddha in Meditation. This statue is for people who are either looking for peace and calm in their lives, or for those who wish to improve their own meditation skills. People will often buy a Meditation Buddha if they want to set up a "serenity room" or a corner of their house where they can sit in calm for a little while and unwind.

In this pose, the Buddha is depicted with both hands in the lap, face up, and the legs are crossed, either in a Double Lotus pose"

(http://www.thebuddhagarden.com/buddha-poses.html - source)