March 23rd, 2007 | admin

Vagbhata is known to Ayurveda students for the compilation of Charaka Samhita and Sushruta Samhita by Ayurveda Acharyas, Charaka and Sushruta in his own words in the form of astanga samgraha and Astangahridaya.

His attempt to make available the full knowledge of Ayurvedic knowledge is commendable. He lists in simple language, the methods of diagnosis, medicine preparation, and treatment.

Vagbhata says in astanga hridaya

 “idamagama sidhathval,
 Prathyaksha phala darsanal,
 Mantraval samprayoktavyam
 Na Meemamsyam Kathanchana:”

It means, this (Ashtangahridayam) is the collection of past experiences. Its use gives tangible results. So, like a mantra, utilize its power by constant meditation and use it with confidence.