Abhyamga, Abhyaṃga: 1 definition
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Abhyamga means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
In Hinduism
Ayurveda (science of life)
Source: gurumukhi.ru: Ayurveda glossary of termsAbhyaṃga (अभ्यंग):—Manually manipulating technique in which oil is applied over various part of body to get desired effect. Its a part of daily regimen which is adopted for preservation and promotion of health. It includes massage over the head (shiro abhyamga), massage over feet (pāda abhyamga) & oiling of ears (Karna Purana).
Āyurveda (आयुर्वेद, ayurveda) is a branch of Indian science dealing with medicine, herbalism, taxology, anatomy, surgery, alchemy and related topics. Traditional practice of Āyurveda in ancient India dates back to at least the first millenium BC. Literature is commonly written in Sanskrit using various poetic metres.
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Starts with: Abhyamgana, Abhyamganamgey, Abhyanga, Abhyangasnana.
Ends with: Abhyanga.
Full-text: Abhyamgana, Abhyanga.
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