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- Title
The Concept Of Ayurveda In The Perspective Of Charaka Samhita: A Comparison With Yoga Philosophy.
- Authors
Goswami, Manash Pratim; Islam, Mohibul; Hajong, Priti jyoti
- Abstract
From the ancient times all the Ayurvedic medicines play the most significant role. In India, the Ayurvedic methods of medication developed dynamically between 2500 and 500 BC. This system is basically derived from the Vedic concepts of health from the others philosophical schools like, Samkhya, yoga, upanishadic thoughts etc. The Charaka Samhita and Sushruta Samhita are the most famous work of Ayurveda. In Ayurveda There are five elements - air, water, ether, earth and fire. A combination of these elements make up three humors, which is called as constitutions or energies of the body. Constitution varies by individual, and per Ayurvedic philosophy, it may influence how well our body functions during specific times of the year. This paper tries to describe the origin of Ayurvedic system and the present situation and impacts of Ayurveda in India and some issues and suggestions for improving the status of Ayurvedic system for better future.
- Subjects
INDIA; VEDAS; AYURVEDIC medicine; HUMAN constitution; YOGA; HINDU philosophy; ORIGIN of life
- Publication
Journal of Namibian Studies, 2023, Vol 33, p1658
- ISSN
1863-5954
- Publication type
Article