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Jnana and karma are considered two sides of Ayurveda, and the twin God Ayurveda is often correlated with it in Rigveda. They are known as ideal physicians in Ayurveda.

Ayurveda which is so commonly referred to as “The ancient” medical system, precedes other medical systems (like Greece, and Mesopotamian) by not less than 4 centuries. This ancient medicine of Ayurveda is a part of four major and oldest Sanskrit literature (Rigveda, Atharvaveda, Yajurveda, Samveda) which is believed to be composed between 5000-10000 BCE. Ayurveda is a Upanga or Upaveda or Atharvaveda and Rigveda. Vedas are “Shruti”() in nature and they have been orally transmitted since the 2^nd millennium BCE. The word Ayurveda was initially mentioned in Charanvyuah (38) and Prasthanbhed(4)(precisely kinds of literature) which are a part of Rigveda.  

Ashvini Kumaras, the twin God of Ayurveda is described in Rig Veda. They learned the knowledge of madhuvidya and pravargyavidya from Atharvan Dadhichi. <nowiki>https://dharmawiki.org/index.php/Madhuvidya_(%E0%A4%AE%E0%A4%A7%E0%A5%81%E0%A4%B5%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%A6%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%AF%E0%A4%BE)</nowiki>

Jnana(knowledge) and karma(action?) are considered two sides of Ayurveda, and the twin Gods of Ayurveda are often correlated with it in Rigveda. They are known as ideal physicians in Ayurveda. (Sush.Sutr.3.45)

Rudra, Agni, Maruta, and Varuna are considered Physicians in Vedas.

 

* According to Rigveda, Rudra, Agni, Maruta, and Varuna who are considered deities are mentioned as Bhishaks or physicians.

Few examples of Ayurvedic management protocols from Ashvini Kumaras which are mentioned in Rig Veda. Treatment of Varma Rishi from madatyaya or alcoholism. Treated Chyavana Rishi from Senility.

 

* A few examples of Ayurvedic management protocols from Ashvini Kumaras which are mentioned in Rig Veda are the Treatment of Varma Rishi from madatyaya or alcoholism. They successfully treated Chyavana Rishi from Senility (R.7.71.5). Even the popular Chyavanprash is said to be the boon of Ashvini kumaras to Rishi Chyavan (According to some historians)

References to various diseases like Rajayakshma, Hridroga and etc. are mentioned while describing anatomy and physiology and their treatment as well.

* References to various diseases like Rajayakshma, Hridroga and etc. are mentioned while describing anatomy and physiology and their treatment as well.

 

* Precious stones or gems were also used therapeutically in certain diseases. in certain references aushadhi or herbs are worn as ornaments as the management of diseases.  

* There is an Explanation of Yukti vyapashraya(related to herbal medicine/herbo-mineral) and Daiva vyapashraya chikitsa(divine therapy) aspects in Rigveda which are now one of the prime management aspects of Ayurveda which is studied through Samhitas.

 

* In Rigveda water (Jala Chikitsa) is explained as a crucial life substance and the air is considered as Bhishak or physician.

Precious stones or gems were also used therapeutically in certain diseases.

* The usage of Agni (as Agni Chikitsa) or fire in various treatment modalities is explained in Rigveda. (R.10/164)

 

* Certain common practices like the exposure of Shareera or body to sun for management of disorders like jaundice, anemia and etc.

Explanation of Yukti vyapashraya and Daiva vyapashraya chikitsa aspects.

* In Rigveda, there are references to Indra (the king of God) in the context of Ayurveda. For instance, he treated Charmaroga(skin disorder), Khalitya(hair fall), andhatva(blindness), and many more.

 

* The documentation of medicinal plants finds its place in Rigveda in Aushadhi Sukta(a section in Rigveda), various Aushadhi or dravya or drugs are mentioned systematically with their form, place, action and etc. also, the usage of single drugs internally and externally was popular during the Vedic times. (R.10/47/1-23). The usage of multiple herbal preparations is not found during the Vedic period.

 

In Rigveda water (Jala Chikitsa) is explained as a crucial life substance and the air is considered as Bhishak or physician.

 

The usage of Agni(as Agni Chikitsa) or fire in various treatment modalities is explained in Rigveda.

 

Certain common practices like the exposure of Shareera or body to sun for management of disorders like jaundice, anemia and etc.

 

In Rigveda, there are references to Indra (the king of God) in the context of Ayurveda. For instance, he treated Charmaroga(skin disorder), Khalitya(hair fall), andhatva(blindness), and many more.

 

In Aushadhi Sukta(a section in Rigveda), various Aushadhi or dravya or drugs are mentioned systematically with their form, place, action and etc.  

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