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 The
second part of this illuminating article
by K. K. Bhaumik continues the discussion
on Ayurveda, the science of life, by examining
the philosophy underlying this fascinating
study. Ayurveda believes that ailments
are a natural process and their cure lies
hidden in the core of nature. In Ayurveda,
there is no scope for the use of any extraneous
elements or factors in curing human sufferings
and ailments.
What makes Ayurveda so unique is its
synergetic relationship with astrology.
Ayurveda and Vedic astrology are related
aspects of Vedic science, the all-comprehensive
cosmic science of yoga. Many astrologers
in India have practiced Ayurveda and many
Vaidyas, Ayurvedic doctors, have been
astrologers. Astrology gives Ayurveda
a broader and a more comprehensive understanding
of human energy patterns. It is a subtler
healing science than any form of physical
medicine.
Eternally fascinated by the uncertainty
of the future, mankind has been equally
engrossed in various studies that allow
a peek into the future. Among the more
significant of such studies is Astrology,
a primary branch of Ayurveda that scientifically
studies planetary movements and their
effects on human constitutions and lives.
Ayurveda is based on the concept that
each planet is intrinsically related to
a specific body tissue and that the various
planetary movements and their positions
in relation to time exert powerful influences
on human mind, body and consciousness,
directly affecting our physical and mental
health. They are important indicators
of human spiritual and materialistic tendencies.
Astrology can determine the basic physical
constitution of the individual from the
birthchart; the physical appearance of
the individual, the predominance of elements
in their nature. It can calculate basic
health, longevity and disease tendencies.
It can see which planets have the power
to cause disease, what kinds of disease
are likely to occur, what parts of the
body are likely to be effected, and when.
Medical Astrology
Medical astrology is one of the main branches
of astrology and is a very important pillar
of Ayurveda. It includes remedial measures
for harmonizing planetary influences on
both body and mind; it is the most practical
branch as well. It includes the entire
astrology of healing. It is not only helpful
for ordinary diseases; astrology also
has means of diagnosis and treatment for
diseases, which are not curable by the
usual medical methods. It gives us a better
picture and methodology for dealing with
diseases that come from internal causes.
Click to read more about Ayurveda, the
science of life, and the way ayurveda
is related to medical astrology. The article
concludes by examining the technical effects
of herbs, roots, extracts, metals and
ashes.
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