Significance of Asadhya
Asadhya encompasses a concept defined in both Vyakarana and Vedanta. In Vyakarana, Asadhya means 'not to be brought about', representing a state that cannot be attained. On the other hand, Vedanta describes Asadhya as an unaccomplished state, particularly concerning happiness that exists independently without the need for achievement. Thus, Asadhya embodies a notion of unattainability and the inherent quality of certain states or forms of happiness that do not require external efforts to realize.
Synonyms: Impossible, Incurable, Hopeless, Unbeatable, Insurmountable
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Hindu concept of 'Asadhya'
Asadhya in Hinduism signifies a state of unaccomplishment, particularly regarding happiness that is unattainable or cannot be realized by any means, reflecting a concept of inherent limitations in achieving certain states.
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) A classification of diseases in Ayurveda, it refers to diseases that are considered incurable, requiring knowledge of Arishta Laxanas.[1] (2) This is a term that is used to describe the prognosis of the disease, and it is when Dhatukshaya is responsible for Pakshaghata.[2] (3) This term refers to the incurable form of Vatarakta, if caused by all three Doshas and associated with complications like Ajanusputitha.[3] (4) This refers to the incurable state of Vatarakta, where the disease is caused by all three Doshas, associated with complications, and may involve conditions like Aajanusuptita.[4] (5) This term refers to Arbudas (tumors) that are considered incurable, according to Ayurvedic texts, and includes conditions like Mamsarbuda and Raktaarbuda.[5]
From: International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
(1) It describes the prognosis of the illness when Dhatukshaya is the cause of Pakshaghata, according to the text.[6] (2) An incurable prognosis when Trisodhaja and Updravayukta.[7] (3) These are incurable diseases that could be treated with the Daivavyapashraya Chikitsa method.[8] (4) Some other diseases which are this and have similar presentation are Alasa, Mamsaja oshtha and Mamsa Kachhapa.[9] (5) Asadhya refers to an incurable category of Prameha, including Vataja Prameha, and certain forms of Pittaja and Kaphaja Prameha, as described in the text.[10]
From: Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine
(1) Shwitra after one year of its appearance is considered as Asadhya or incurable, indicating a poor prognosis for the condition.[11] (2) This term means untreatable, and it is used in the context of Kustha to describe patients with certain symptoms.[12]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) Meaning 'not to be brought about', it indicates a state that cannot be achieved or realized.[13]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) A term describing the state of being unaccomplished, specifically in relation to happiness that does not need to be achieved by any means.[14]
The concept of Asadhya in scientific sources
Asadhya is a term used to denote conditions deemed incurable, exemplified by Savranasukla, which, despite having management options, remains classified as such due to its persistent nature.