Netra Vangmaya in Sharangadhara Samhita : A Review

Abstract

The core treasure of Ayurveda knowledge, including the medical science revolving around diseases and treatment, lies embedded in many Ayurvedic treatises which have been written, re-written and revised since ages. Constantly evolving medical science has seen inevitable additions in older treatises by newer authors, to cope up with the modern standards and stay updated in this evidence based era. Brihatrayee (Charaka, Sushrutha and Vagbhata Samhitas) and Laghutrayee (Sharangadhara, Bhavaprakasha, Madhava Nidana) treatises have been the standard references for Ayurvedic medicine since centuries. Sharangadhara Samhita is one pioneering work included in the list of Laghutrayee. Shalakya Tantra, being a vital branch which deals with Jatrurdhva Avayavas and their Vikaras, our classics render utmost importance to sense organ ‘Eye’. Considering the significance of “Netra” (eye) among all the Indriyas, here is an attempt to review all the references available in Sharangadhara Samhita related to Chakshu (the eye). No attempt has been made till date to review the references of Netra in Sharangadhara Samhita.