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Line 52: − + − − − − ==[[Sutra Sthana]] Chapter 1, Chapter on longevity == − − − − ===Abstract=== − − <div style="text-align:justify;"> − The title of [[Charak Samhita]]’s very first chapter, [[Deerghanjiviteeya Adhyaya]], literally means the chapter on longevity. This is symbolic, because it implies that Ayurveda is not merely the science of life, but also a science of longevity. This chapter deliberates on the purpose of long life and health as the means of achieving ''purushartha chatustaya'', or the four primary instincts of human beings (virtue, wealth, gratification and emancipation) – by way of explaining some of the basic tenets of Ayurveda and defining the scope of Ayurveda. The chapter introduces fundamental principles of Ayurveda, including its definition, objective, concept of three ''sharira'' (bodily) ''doshas'' and their qualities, and two ''manasa'' (mental) ''dosha'' and their treatment. The ''samanya''(similarity) and ''vishesha''(dissimilarity) theory, pharmaco-therapeutic aspects, classification of drugs, list of herbs and other animal products useful in purification and pacification therapies are highlighted. Through these deliberations, this chapter essentially lays the foundation for building the body of knowledge on life sciences and healthcare that [[Charak Samhita]] is known for. − − '''Keywords''': Longevity, Ayurveda, science of life, ''Dravya'', material, ''Mahabhuta'', ''Samanya'', ''Vishesha'', ''Guna'', ''Karma'', ''Rasa'', ''Dosha'', ''Vata'', ''Pitta'', ''Kapha'', ''Rajas'', ''Tamas'', ''Sattva'', qualities of good and bad physicians. − − ===Introduction=== Line 71:
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'''[[Sutra Sthana]] Chapter 1. Chapter on longevity'''
'''Abstract'''
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The title of [[Charak Samhita]]’s very first chapter, [[Deerghanjiviteeya Adhyaya]], literally means the chapter on longevity. This is symbolic, because it implies that Ayurveda is not merely the science of life, but also a science of longevity. This chapter deliberates on the purpose of long life and health as the means of achieving ''purushartha chatustaya'', or the four primary instincts of human beings (virtue, wealth, gratification and emancipation) – by way of explaining some of the basic tenets of Ayurveda and defining the scope of Ayurveda. The chapter introduces fundamental principles of Ayurveda, including its definition, objective, concept of three ''sharira'' (bodily) ''doshas'' and their qualities, and two ''manasa'' (mental) ''dosha'' and their treatment. The ''samanya''(similarity) and ''vishesha''(dissimilarity) theory, pharmaco-therapeutic aspects, classification of drugs, list of herbs and other animal products useful in purification and pacification therapies are highlighted. Through these deliberations, this chapter essentially lays the foundation for building the body of knowledge on life sciences and healthcare that [[Charak Samhita]] is known for.
'''Keywords''': Longevity, Ayurveda, science of life, ''Dravya'', material, ''Mahabhuta'', ''Samanya'', ''Vishesha'', ''Guna'', ''Karma'', ''Rasa'', ''Dosha'', ''Vata'', ''Pitta'', ''Kapha'', ''Rajas'', ''Tamas'', ''Sattva'', qualities of good and bad physicians.
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==Introduction==
The [[Charak Samhita]] begins with a chapter detailing the means to attaining a long, healthy and happy life, explaining certain basic tenets of Ayurveda and the consequent foundational concepts necessary to build a body of knowledge. This chapter provides a description of the origin, definition, and scope of Ayurveda. It further deliberates on the critical concepts of ''Ayu'' (or the life-span of a human being) and its qualitative dimensions, and ''arogya'' (or health) as a means of achieving the four fundamental instincts (virtue, wealth, gratification and emancipation) of life on this earth.
The [[Charak Samhita]] begins with a chapter detailing the means to attaining a long, healthy and happy life, explaining certain basic tenets of Ayurveda and the consequent foundational concepts necessary to build a body of knowledge. This chapter provides a description of the origin, definition, and scope of Ayurveda. It further deliberates on the critical concepts of ''Ayu'' (or the life-span of a human being) and its qualitative dimensions, and ''arogya'' (or health) as a means of achieving the four fundamental instincts (virtue, wealth, gratification and emancipation) of life on this earth.
In summary, this first chapter of Ayurveda provides, for someone aspiring to become an ''Ayurvedic'' practitioner, a foundational course that teaches not only the basic tenets of Ayurveda, but also the foundational principles and practices for leading a long and healthy life.
In summary, this first chapter of Ayurveda provides, for someone aspiring to become an ''Ayurvedic'' practitioner, a foundational course that teaches not only the basic tenets of Ayurveda, but also the foundational principles and practices for leading a long and healthy life.
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==Sanskrit text, transliteration, and English translation==
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