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Jaidev Vidyalankar
ISBN 9788120823044
Rs. 712
Motilal Banarsidass
Charaksamhita (Purvo Bhag)
Who it's for: Students and practitioners of Ayurveda and traditional medicine
Charaka Samhita is widely recognized as one of the most ancient, comprehensive, and authoritative foundational texts of Ayurveda. Serving as the original reference work for holistic Ayurvedic medicine, this treatise is specifically regarded as the definitive guide to internal medicine. While numerous scholars have provided commentaries on this work throughout history, its universal and pragmatic approach to health and healing continues to resonate with practitioners and students alike, making it an essential resource for anyone dedicated to the study of traditional Indian medical systems.Why You Should Read? Explore the foundational principles of internal medicine as defined by ancient Ayurvedic wisdom. Gain access to a comprehensive and authoritative text that has guided medical practitioners for centuries. Benefit from the pragmatic and holistic approach to health that remains relevant in modern wellness practices. Study the original Sanskrit text that serves as the primary reference for countless Ayurvedic commentaries. About the AuthorJaidev Vidyalankar is a respected scholar known for his contributions to the study and preservation of ancient Ayurvedic literature. His work focuses on making classical Sanskrit medical texts accessible to contemporary readers and students of traditional medicine, ensuring that the profound knowledge contained within works like the Charaka Samhita continues to be studied and applied in the modern era.
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- Regarded as a definitive guide to internal medicine in Ayurveda.
- Covers holistic principles of health and healing from ancient wisdom.
- Serves as a primary reference for numerous Ayurvedic commentaries.
- Makes classical Sanskrit medical knowledge accessible to contemporary readers.
- Authored by Jaidev Vidyalankar, a scholar of ancient Ayurvedic literature.
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What is the Charaka Samhita?
It is one of the most ancient, comprehensive, and authoritative foundational texts of Ayurveda, specifically regarded as the definitive guide to internal medicine.
Who is the author of this edition?
The edition is by Jaidev Vidyalankar, a respected scholar known for making classical Sanskrit medical texts accessible to contemporary readers.
What is the focus of this text?
It focuses on the principles of internal medicine as defined by ancient Ayurvedic wisdom, with a holistic and pragmatic approach to health and healing.
Is this book suitable for beginners?
Yes, it is an introductory text that makes the foundational principles of Ayurveda accessible to students and practitioners of traditional medicine.