Literary review of Manas in Ayurveda

  • Dr. Rahul Kumar Gupta Assistant Professor, Department of Rachna Sharir, Jammu Institute Of Ayurveda & Research, Nardani, Raipur (Bantalab), Jammu, INDIA
  • Dr. Rachin Shivgotra Assistant Professor, Department of Kriya Sharir, Jammu Institute Of Ayurveda & Research, Nardani, Raipur (Bantalab), Jammu, INDIA.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.21760/jaims.v4i02.607
Keywords: Manas, Triguna, Sharir, Indriya, Atma

Abstract

Manas is the chief component of life (Ayu) which is the combined state of Sharira (body), Indriya (senses), Satwa (psyche) and Atma (Soul). The study of Manas (psychology) is an integral part of the basic thought of Ayurveda. Mind, Soul and body are the tripod on which life depends. In Bhela Samhita, Shira (brain) has been described as the abode of Manas. Manas is stated to be under the control of Vata. It has been stated that Manas and Vata work as synergism. Understanding the concept of mind is the ultimate source of health. Mental fitness of patient can be assessed with the help of Satwa examination. Depending upon its strength, it is of three types, viz. Pravara, Madhyama and Avara Satwa. Satwajaya therapy is to restrain mind from desire for unwholesome objects.

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CITATION
DOI: 10.21760/jaims.v4i02.607
Published: 2019-04-30
How to Cite
Dr. Rahul Kumar Gupta, & Dr. Rachin Shivgotra. (2019). Literary review of Manas in Ayurveda. Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences, 4(02), 118-120. https://doi.org/10.21760/jaims.v4i02.607
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Vol. 4 No. 02 (2019): MAR-APR
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Review Article

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