Significance of Nadi
Synonyms: Pulse, Channel, Vein, Conduit
In Dutch: Nadi; In German: Nadi; In Finnish: Nadi; In Spanish: Nadi; In Swedish: Nadi; In Malay: Nadi; In French: Nadi
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Hindu concept of 'Nadi'
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) It is one of the components of Ashtavidh Parikshana, with a recorded rate of 92/min in the case study.[1] (2) Subtle aspects of the body associated with Chakra and Prana, serving as pivotal points for physiological and pathological functions, and forming pathways that link the foot to the eye.[2] (3) This refers to the pulse rate, which was 80/min, Sarpa Gati, Regular, and Full volume in the patient.[3] (4) This term refers to a unit of time, and the text mentions that 360 breaths constitute one Nadi, which is used in the calculation of time and age.[4] (5) This refers to channels within the body, specifically blood vessels, that are examined in Nadi Pariksha to understand the patient's condition, with synonyms like Spura, Dhamani, and Sira.[5]
From: Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine
(1) These are minute structures or ducts designed for transportation, arising from Pakvashaya.[6]
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 3: Sharirasthana
(1) Nadi is another term for the umbilical chord, which attaches to the mother's vessels, enabling the flow of lymph-chyle for fetal growth.[7]
From: International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
(1) It is a synonym of Srotas, and the phrase is used to refer to macro and microchannels. It is operating in the bodily being and also known as tubular conduits.[8]
From: Thirty minor Upanishads
(1) This refers to the connections that link the different centers or places together, forming a bond between various aspects, as explained in the text.[9] (2) The nadis are full of blood, and they are like a hair divided into 1,000 parts, as described in the text, indicating a specific characteristic.[10] (3) The channels or pathways in the body through which vital energies or prana flow, comparable to nerves in the physical body.[11] (4) Energy channels in the body through which prana flows.[12]
From: Brahma Sutras (Shankaracharya)
(1) Channels or pathways in the body through which the soul moves forth and rests; referred to in the context of deep sleep.[13] (2) Subtle channels or pathways through which the vital energy and consciousness flow, facilitating the departing of the soul.[14]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad
(1) The channels through which the jiva moves and exists, serving as paths leading to Brahman during sleep.[15]
From: Brahma Sutras (Ramanuja)
(1) It is the location where the absence of something occurs, as well as where a man lies asleep when he is asleep, reposing, and at perfect rest.[16]
From: Devi Bhagavata Purana
(1) Channels in the body through which prana (life force) flows; there are 350,000, with the most important being the ten.[17] (2) The tubular organs of the body mentioned in the text, indicating the interconnectedness of life and energy within creatures.[18]
From: Laghu-yoga-vasistha
(1) Nadis are the channels within the body, one of which is called Antraveshtinika, that are connected to the Kundalini Shakti.[19] (2) Channels or pathways in the body through which life energy flows.[20]
From: Shat-cakra-nirupana (the six bodily centres)
(1) Energy channels in the body through which prana flows, significant in the context of breathing exercises.[21] (2) The subtle energy channels mentioned prior to the description of the Adhara Lotus, essential for understanding the flow of energy.[22] (3) Channels through which prana (life energy) flows, essential for the realization process.[23]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) The river, which is a body of water, creating a distinctive element within the environment, adding to the visual description.[24]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) The word nadi specifically refers to a bamboo pole, a stick, or a cane.[25]
From: Shakti and Shakta
(1) The channels through which energy flows in the body, playing a role in spiritual practices and the connection with Mantras.[26] (2) Subtle channels through which pranic currents flow in the body, related to the energy pathways in Yoga.[27]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) Where one is washed away by streams such as the Vaitarini.[28] (2) A term that signifies flowing currents of water which do not dry up, emphasizing their consistency.[29]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) Veins in the body that can fill with fine parts of the word, aiding in sound production.[30]
From: Vastu-shastra (Introduction to Indian architecture)
(1) Channeled pathways within the Vastu-Purusha's body that correspond to vital energy pathways in both the microcosmic and macrocosmic realms.[31]
Jain concept of 'Nadi'
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) The different channels or pathways for spiritual energy.[32]
The concept of Nadi in local and regional sources
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) Nadi is a term that refers to channels and is part of a compound that relates to the vitiated humours, and is easily understood in the context of the text.[33] (2) Nadis are time units used in calculating the remaining portions of tithis, nakshatras, and yogas.[34] (3) This term is a unit of time and is included in the summary of units from the Mahabharata.[35] (4) Nadi is a synonym for ghatika, which is a term that is mentioned within the context of the provided text, describing something.[36]
From: Sanskrit Words In Southeast Asian Languages
(1) Nadi, from Sanskrit, in Malay means wrist, representing a part of the human body that connects the hand and the arm.[37]