Kshudhavati, Kṣudhāvatī, Kshudha-vati: 1 definition
Introduction
Introduction:
Kshudhavati 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.
The Sanskrit term Kṣudhāvatī can be transliterated into English as Ksudhavati or Kshudhavati, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).
In Hinduism
Rasashastra (chemistry and alchemy)
Source: Wisdom Library: Rasa-śāstraKṣudhāvatī (क्षुधावती) [or Kṣudhāvaṭikā?] is the name of an Ayurvedic recipe defined in the fifth volume of the Rasajalanidhi (chapter 8, Amlapitta: acidity and biliousness). These remedies are classified as Iatrochemistry and form part of the ancient Indian science known as Rasaśāstra (medical alchemy). However, since it is an ayurveda treatment it should be taken with caution and in accordance with rules laid down in the texts.
Accordingly, when using such recipes (e.g., kṣudhāvatī): “the minerals (uparasa), poisons (viṣa), and other drugs (except herbs), referred to as ingredients of medicines, are to be duly purified and incinerated, as the case may be, in accordance with the processes laid out in the texts.” (see introduction to Iatro chemical medicines)
Rasashastra (रसशास्त्र, rasaśāstra) is an important branch of Ayurveda, specialising in chemical interactions with herbs, metals and minerals. Some texts combine yogic and tantric practices with various alchemical operations. The ultimate goal of Rasashastra is not only to preserve and prolong life, but also to bestow wealth upon humankind.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Kshudha, Vati.
Full-text: Bhaishajyaratnavali.
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