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Penguin Classics: The Roots of Ayurveda

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Rooted in a tradition over two thousand years old, Ayurveda emphasizes balance among the body's three humors and promotes a lifestyle of moderation. This collection features selections from ancient Sanskrit medical texts authored by early Ayurvedic physicians, offering insights into various practices such as garlic therapy, protective prayers, surgical methods, exercise routines, poison treatments, and dream interpretation. The writings reflect the rich heritage of Ayurvedic healing and its connections to Buddhist philosophy, showcasing its relevance in contemporary alternative therapies.

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Penguin Classics: The Roots of Ayurveda, Richard Chizmar, Dominik Wujastyk

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Pubblicato
2003
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Titolo
Penguin Classics: The Roots of Ayurveda
Lingua
Inglese
Pubblicato
2003
Formato
In brossura
Pagine
416
ISBN10
0140448241
ISBN13
9780140448245
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Descrizione
Rooted in a tradition over two thousand years old, Ayurveda emphasizes balance among the body's three humors and promotes a lifestyle of moderation. This collection features selections from ancient Sanskrit medical texts authored by early Ayurvedic physicians, offering insights into various practices such as garlic therapy, protective prayers, surgical methods, exercise routines, poison treatments, and dream interpretation. The writings reflect the rich heritage of Ayurvedic healing and its connections to Buddhist philosophy, showcasing its relevance in contemporary alternative therapies.