Asneha: 6 definitions
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Asneha 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
Yoga (school of philosophy)
Asneha (अस्नेह) refers to “that which is unlubricated”, according to the Bṛhadāraṇyikopaniṣat 3.8.6, 8.—Accordingly, while describing the absolute nature of Brahma: “Gārgi said, ‘Yājñavalkya, that which is above the sky, below the earth, between the two and called [past, present and future], is stitched and cross-stitched in what?’ Yājñavalkya said, ‘Gārgi, the Brahmins call that very [thing] the imperishable one. [It is] not coarse, not particulated, not short, not long, bloodless, unlubricated (asneha), shadowless, undarkened, windless, spaceless, unattached, tasteless, scentless, invisible, inaudible, speechless, mindless [...]’”.
Yoga is originally considered a branch of Hindu philosophy (astika), but both ancient and modern Yoga combine the physical, mental and spiritual. Yoga teaches various physical techniques also known as āsanas (postures), used for various purposes (eg., meditation, contemplation, relaxation).
Languages of India and abroad
Sanskrit dictionary
Asneha (अस्नेह).—a.
1) Without oil or unctuousness; आसन्नोषधयो नंतुर्नक्तमस्नेहदीपिका (āsannoṣadhayo naṃturnaktamasnehadīpikā) R.4.75.
2) Unkind, cruel.
-haḥ Unkindness, want of affection.
Asneha (अस्नेह).—mfn.
(-haḥ-hā-haṃ) 1. Harsh, unkind. 2. Harsh, hard, dry. m.
(-haḥ) 1. Unkindness, want of affection. 2. Absence of oiliness. E. a neg. sneha affection, &c.
1) Asneha (अस्नेह):—[=a-sneha] [from a-snigdha] mfn. without unctuousness, [Śatapatha-brāhmaṇa xiv; Yājñavalkya; Raghuvaṃśa iv, 75]
2) [v.s. ...] without affection, unkind, [cf. Lexicographers, esp. such as amarasiṃha, halāyudha, hemacandra, etc.]
3) [v.s. ...] m. want of affection, [cf. Lexicographers, esp. such as amarasiṃha, halāyudha, hemacandra, etc.]
Asneha (अस्नेह):—[a-sneha] (haḥ-hā-haṃ) a. Idem.
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Sanskrit, also spelled संस्कृतम् (saṃskṛtam), is an ancient language of India commonly seen as the grandmother of the Indo-European language family (even English!). Closely allied with Prakrit and Pali, Sanskrit is more exhaustive in both grammar and terms and has the most extensive collection of literature in the world, greatly surpassing its sister-languages Greek and Latin.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Asnehana, Asnehavant, Asnehavat.
Full-text: Asnehavat, Unlubricated, Lubricated, Asthisneha.
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Search found 14 books and stories containing Asneha, A-sneha; (plurals include: Asnehas, snehas). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Lord Hayagriva in Sanskrit Literature (by Anindita Adhikari)
International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
A literery review on samsarjana krama < [2024, Issue 07. July]
Review on concept of avartana in ayurvada < [2014, Issue VI Nov-Dec]
Pharmaceutico-analytical study of vibhitakadi taila < [2023, Issue 09. September]
World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
Ahara kalpana mentioned in ayurveda classics w.s.r to brihatrayee < [2022: Volume 11, October issue 13]
Comparative anti-inflammatory effects of Panchatikta Ghrta. < [2017: Volume 6, October special issue 13]
Management of musculoskeletal disorders of children in ayurveda < [2021: Volume 10, October issue 12]
Sushruta Samhita, volume 4: Cikitsasthana (by Kaviraj Kunja Lal Bhishagratna)
Chapter XXXI - The medicinal use of Sneha (oleaginous substances)
Chapter XXXVII - The treatment with an Anuvasana-vasti and an Uttara-vasti
Chapter XL - Description of medicated fumes, snuffs, errhines and gargles
Sushruta Samhita, Volume 6: Uttara-tantra (by Kaviraj Kunja Lal Bhishagratna)
Chapter XLIII - Symptoms and Treatment of Heart-disease (Hridroga) < [Canto III - Kaya-chikitsa-tantra (internal medicine)]
Chapter LIV - Symptoms and Treatment of Worms (Krimi-roga) < [Canto III - Kaya-chikitsa-tantra (internal medicine)]
Chapter XLII - Symptoms and Treatment of Abdominal Tumors (Gulma) < [Canto III - Kaya-chikitsa-tantra (internal medicine)]
Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
Critical review of Sneha Kalpana < [Vol. 5 No. 03 (2020)]
Arkapushpa Taila - Pharmaceutical review w.s.r. to Artavakshaya < [Vol. 5 No. 06 (2020)]
Basti - A critical review on the basis of historical aspect < [Vol. 5 No. 01 (2020)]