Scientific Synopsis of Vagbha?a’s Classic Ayurveda Treatise A??a?gasa?graha

Kirjan Scientific Synopsis of Vagbha?a’s Classic Ayurveda Treatise A??a?gasa?graha (2025) on kirjoittanut N. K. M. Ikbal. Kirjan kieli on englanti, ja sen on kustantanut TAYLOR FRANCIS LTD. Kirja on laajuudeltaan 522 sivua ja se on sidottu.

Ayurveda, “the sacred knowledge of longevity”, is India’s gift to the world. It is a holistic medical system and a healthcare framework based on the observation of the human body in health and disease. Ayurveda is considered a secondary of Atharvaveda and is inextricably associated with Hindu culture. Unlocking the treasures of India's time-honored medical heritage, Scientific Synopsis of Vagbha? a’s Classic Ayurveda Treatise A? ?a? gasa? graha: A Comparison with its Abridged Version A? ?a? gah? daya delves into the heart of Ayurveda, where it emerges from an intricate interplay of natural observations and profound yogic introspection, that shaped its foundational principles over centuries. A pivotal work in this realm, the seventh-century Sanskrit masterpiece A? ?a? gasa? graha, weaves together the wisdom of various medical and surgical schools. Drawing inspiration from this, this book sets forth a scientific synthesis, comparing the information contained of this Ayurvedic classic with its more concise rendition, A? ?a? gah? daya. Through twelve chapters and over 100 tables, this narrative offers a panoramic view of the celebrated medical text while accentuating its distinctiveness in comparison to its abridged counterpart. FeaturesGlossary of Sanskrit technical termsDescribes Latin binomials of all animals, birds and herbs contained within the textExplains how the trido? a concept manages dynamic systemsAyurveda is experiencing an increase in popularity worldwide, following the Alma Ata Declaration adopted by the World Health Organization in 1978. Many phytotherapy schools in Europe and the Americas teach Ayurveda as a wellness system. Synopsis of Vagbha? a’s Classic Ayurveda Treatise A? ?a? gasa? graha: A Comparison with its Abridged Version A? ?a? gah? daya is presented before the world of medicine to explain the tenets of Ayurveda for the benefit of all.