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<ol style="text-align:justify;"><li style="font-weight:bold">Nomenclature and classification-<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">Namarupa vijnana involves the systematic naming and categorization of [[Vyadhi|diseases]], [[Herbs details|herbs]], and therapeutic methods. This classification helps in organizing knowledge and streamlining treatment approaches.</span></li>

<ol style="text-align:justify;"><li style="font-weight:bold">Nomenclature and classification-<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">Namarupa vijnana involves the systematic naming and categorization of [[Vyadhi|diseases]], [[Herbs details|herbs]], and therapeutic methods. This classification helps in organizing knowledge and streamlining treatment approaches.</span></li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Understanding doshas: [[Ayurveda|ayurveda]] identifies three fundamental doshas<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">Vata, Pitta, and Kapha – that govern an individual's physical and mental constitution. Namarupa Vijnana plays a crucial role in identifying the doshic imbalances responsible for various health conditions. The different synonyms of the three dosha as well as the description of function of dosha is the application of nama-rupa vijnana for understanding the fundamental concepts.</span></li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Understanding [[Dosha|doshas]]: [[Ayurveda|ayurveda]] identifies three fundamental [[Dosha|doshas]]<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">[[Vata dosha|Vata]], [[Pitta dosha|Pitta]], and [[Kapha dosha|Kapha]] – that govern an individual's physical and mental constitution. Namarupa Vijnana plays a crucial role in identifying the doshic imbalances responsible for various health conditions. The different synonyms of the three dosha as well as the description of function of [[Dosha|dosha]] is the application of nama-rupa vijnana for understanding the fundamental concepts.</span></li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Holistic approach:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">Namarupa vijnana extends beyond the mere identification of symptoms and conditions. It considers the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit, recognizing that imbalances in one area can affect the whole.</span></li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Holistic approach:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">Namarupa vijnana extends beyond the mere identification of symptoms and conditions. It considers the interconnectedness of [[Manas|mind]], [[Sharira|body]], and spirit, recognizing that imbalances in one area can affect the whole.</span></li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Application in diagnosis:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">Namarupa vijnana enables ayurvedic practitioners to diagnose illnesses by examining the patient's physical and mental attributes, including pulse diagnosis (nadi pariksha), tongue analysis (jihva pariksha), and facial features.</span></li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Application in diagnosis:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">Namarupa vijnana enables ayurvedic practitioners to diagnose illnesses by examining the patient's physical and mental attributes, including pulse diagnosis (nadi pariksha), tongue analysis (jihva pariksha), and facial features.</span></li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Application in treatment:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">Once a diagnosis is made, ayurvedic treatments are customized based on the patient's unique constitution and the namarupa of the disease. This may involve dietary modifications, herbal remedies, yoga, and lifestyle adjustments.</span></li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Application in treatment:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">Once a diagnosis is made, ayurvedic treatments are customized based on the patient's unique constitution and the namarupa of the disease. This may involve dietary modifications, herbal remedies, yoga, and lifestyle adjustments.</span></li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Application in preventive healthcare:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">''Namarupa vijnana'' emphasizes the importance of maintaining balance in one's doshas, diet, and lifestyle to prevent illness and promote overall well-being. It offers guidelines for daily routines (''dinacharya'') and seasonal practices (''ritucharya'').</span></li></ol>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Application in preventive healthcare:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">''Namarupa vijnana'' emphasizes the importance of maintaining balance in one's [[Dosha|doshas]], diet, and lifestyle to prevent illness and promote overall well-being. It offers guidelines for daily routines (''dinacharya'') and seasonal practices (''ritucharya'').</span></li></ol>

== Contemporary relevance ==

== Contemporary relevance ==

<li style="font-weight:bold">Naming of herbs and plants:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">[[Herbs details|Herbs]] and plants used in ayurvedic medicine are named according to their physical attributes, qualities, and actions. Descriptive names help in identifying the therapeutic properties of each herb. For example, "Tulasi" (Ocimum sanctum) is also known as Holy Basil. Its name "Tulasi" signifies its sacred and purifying nature.</span><li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Naming of herbs and plants:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">[[Herbs details|Herbs]] and plants used in ayurvedic medicine are named according to their physical attributes, qualities, and actions. Descriptive names help in identifying the therapeutic properties of each herb. For example, "Tulasi" (Ocimum sanctum) is also known as Holy Basil. Its name "Tulasi" signifies its sacred and purifying nature.</span><li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Rasa, virya, and vipaka:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">The taste (rasa), potency (virya), and post-digestive effect (vipaka) of substances are considered in their nomenclature. These qualities provide insights into how a substance interacts with the body. For instance, a bitter-tasting herb with cooling potency and a post-digestive sweet effect may be used to pacify excess heat in the body. For instance, chilly is termed as katuveerya, Picrorhizza as katuka. </span><li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Rasa, virya, and vipaka:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">The taste (rasa), potency (virya), and post-digestive effect (vipaka) of substances are considered in their nomenclature. These qualities provide insights into how a substance interacts with the body. For instance, a bitter-tasting herb with cooling potency and a post-digestive sweet effect may be used to pacify excess heat in the body. For instance, chilly is termed as katuveerya, Picrorhizza as katuka. </span><li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Classifying body constituents:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">In [[Ayurveda|Ayurveda]], the body is described in terms of its doshika composition and its physical and functional components, known as "dhatu" and "mala." Each of these components is named and classified according to its specific attributes. For example, "rakta" represents blood, and it is characterized by its red colour, liquid nature, and association with the pitta dosha.</span><li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Classifying body constituents:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">In [[Ayurveda|Ayurveda]], the body is described in terms of its doshika composition and its physical and functional components, known as "dhatu" and "mala." Each of these components is named and classified according to its specific attributes. For example, "rakta" represents blood, and it is characterized by its red colour, liquid nature, and association with the [[Pitta dosha|pitta dosha]].</span><li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Nomenclature of ayurvedic therapies:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">Various therapeutic procedures and therapies in [[Ayurveda|ayurveda]] are named based on their techniques, effects, and the substances involved. For instance, "shirodhara" involves the continuous pouring of herbal oils or liquids onto the forehead (shira) and is used for relaxation and balancing the mind.</span><li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Nomenclature of ayurvedic therapies:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">Various therapeutic procedures and therapies in [[Ayurveda|ayurveda]] are named based on their techniques, effects, and the substances involved. For instance, "shirodhara" involves the continuous pouring of herbal oils or liquids onto the forehead (shira) and is used for relaxation and balancing the mind.</span><li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Cultural and historical significance:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">Many names in [[Ayurveda|ayurveda]] carry cultural and historical significance. They indicate historical figures, ancient sages, or traditional practices. These names serve to connect ayurvedic knowledge to its cultural and historical roots.</span><li></ol>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Cultural and historical significance:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">Many names in [[Ayurveda|ayurveda]] carry cultural and historical significance. They indicate historical figures, ancient sages, or traditional practices. These names serve to connect ayurvedic knowledge to its cultural and historical roots.</span><li></ol>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Taste (rasa), potency (virya), and post-digestive effect (vipaka):<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">Ayurvedic plant nomenclature considers the taste, potency, and post-digestive effect of [[Herbs details|herbs]]. These attributes help in understanding how [[Herbs details|herbs]] interact with the body and mind. For example:

<li style="font-weight:bold">Taste (rasa), potency (virya), and post-digestive effect (vipaka):<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">Ayurvedic plant nomenclature considers the taste, potency, and post-digestive effect of [[Herbs details|herbs]]. These attributes help in understanding how [[Herbs details|herbs]] interact with the body and mind. For example:

<ul><li style="font-weight:bold">Guduchi<span style="font-weight:normal">(''Tinospora cordifolia''): The synonym ''Tikta'' indicates a bitter taste (tikta rasa), ''Amrita'' which corresponds to its cooling potency (shita virya) and ''Madhurasa'' indicates post-digestive sweet effect (madhura vipaka).</span><li></ul></span><li>

<ul><li style="font-weight:bold">Guduchi<span style="font-weight:normal">(''Tinospora cordifolia''): The synonym ''Tikta'' indicates a bitter taste (tikta rasa), ''Amrita'' which corresponds to its cooling potency (shita virya) and ''Madhurasa'' indicates post-digestive sweet effect (madhura vipaka).</span><li></ul></span><li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Doshika considerations:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">[[Ayurveda|Ayurveda]] categorizes [[Herbs details|herbs]] based on their influence on the three doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha). This classification helps in selecting herbs that balance specific doshika imbalances. For instance, Eranda (''Ricinus communis'') is termed as Vaatari (enemy of vata dosha) due to its potent ''vata'' pacifying actions.</span><li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Doshika considerations:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">[[Ayurveda|Ayurveda]] categorizes [[Herbs details|herbs]] based on their influence on the three [[Dosha|doshas]] ([[Vata dosha|Vata]], [[Pitta dosha|Pitta]], and [[Kapha dosha|Kapha]]). This classification helps in selecting herbs that balance specific doshika imbalances. For instance, Eranda (''Ricinus communis'') is termed as Vaatari (enemy of [[Vata dosha|vata dosha]]) due to its potent ''[[Vata dosha|vata]]'' pacifying actions.</span><li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Historical and cultural references:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">Some plant names in [[Ayurveda|ayurveda]] carry historical and cultural significance, often referencing historical figures, ancient sages, or traditional practices. These names connect ayurvedic knowledge to its cultural and historical roots. For instance, [[Pippali|Pippali]] is termed as Vaidehi due to its abundant occurrence in Videha region.</span><li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Historical and cultural references:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">Some plant names in [[Ayurveda|ayurveda]] carry historical and cultural significance, often referencing historical figures, ancient sages, or traditional practices. These names connect ayurvedic knowledge to its cultural and historical roots. For instance, [[Pippali|Pippali]] is termed as Vaidehi due to its abundant occurrence in Videha region.</span><li>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Common  and regional names:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">While Sanskrit names are widely used, Ayurvedic professionals also need be familiar with common and regional names for herbs, as these names can vary across different languages and regions. Many local names are given based on some salient features like appearance, shape, size, habit, habitat, smell, taste, colour, utility, and other peculiar character, etc of the plants. These local or regional names are testament to traditional and ethnomedicinal use of such herbs for centuries.<ref name="ref10">Patil DA, Vernacular plant names: Their origin and utility in Dhule district (Maharastra), Ethnobotany, 10 (1-2), 130-132</ref> For instance, Neem (in English) is termed as Nimba in [[Ayurveda|Ayurveda]] texts while mentioned as Kadunimba in Marathi regional language</span><li></ol>

<li style="font-weight:bold">Common  and regional names:<br/><span style="font-weight:normal">While Sanskrit names are widely used, Ayurvedic professionals also need be familiar with common and regional names for herbs, as these names can vary across different languages and regions. Many local names are given based on some salient features like appearance, shape, size, habit, habitat, smell, taste, colour, utility, and other peculiar character, etc of the plants. These local or regional names are testament to traditional and ethnomedicinal use of such herbs for centuries.<ref name="ref10">Patil DA, Vernacular plant names: Their origin and utility in Dhule district (Maharastra), Ethnobotany, 10 (1-2), 130-132</ref> For instance, Neem (in English) is termed as Nimba in [[Ayurveda|Ayurveda]] texts while mentioned as Kadunimba in Marathi regional language</span><li></ol>