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Triguna
These are the basic forms of the energies in Indian Philosophy. These are the explanations not only for energy parts but also explains the materialistic parts too. These are three- Sattava, Rajas and Tamas! These are different so these compliment each other by their activities and characters. Sattava: This is the pure form of the… Continue reading Triguna
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Srotas
Srotas definition is given by Sushruta first of all. According to Sushruta- โThe channels, which are widely spread in all the spaces (Intra, Inter and Extra- cellular spaces) of the body, where circulation (Transportation) of the fluid occurs irresistibly and continuously are known as Srotas. These are different from the arteries and veins.โ From this… Continue reading Srotas
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Panchamahabhutas
Pancha Mahabhootas are the physical representatives of the three Mahagunas โ Satva, Rajas and Tama. The Mahabhootas are related to the three Mahagunas in following way: Aakash Mahabhoota โ Satva Mahaguna Vayu Mahabhoota โ Rajas Mahguna Agni Mahabhoota โ Rajas and Satva Mahaguna Jala Mahabhoota โ Satva and Tama Mahaguna Prithvi… Continue reading Panchamahabhutas
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Malas
The human body is nourished by the elements of air, water and food from the external world, by converting these products in bodily assimilable form through the process of digestion. During this process of digestion at macro and micro levels, there are also certain bi-products which are produced in the body as excretory wastes. These… Continue reading Malas
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Dhatus
A dhatu is tissue or element in the body that is responsible for a particular function. There are seven primary dhatus, and each one has an important role in keeping the body healthy. The dhatus are: 1. Rasa (fluids) 2. Rakta (blood) 3. Mansa (muscle) 4. Meda (fat) 5. Asthi (bone) 6. Majja (marrow) 7.… Continue reading Dhatus
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Ayurvedic Philosophy
Every science has its roots somewhere in the Philosophy, before verification and application every science was a Philosophy. This applies with the Law of Gravity by Isaac Newton and theory of relativity by Sir Einstein too. Because Philosophy is a result of keen observation and intuitive analysis, when these both are proved and applied- this… Continue reading Ayurvedic Philosophy