Rakti: 4 definitions

Introduction

Introduction
In Hinduism
1. Rasashastra
Languages
1. Sanskrit
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Introduction:

Rakti 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

Rasashastra (chemistry and alchemy)

Source: archive.org: Rasa-Jala-Nidhi: Or Ocean of indian chemistry and alchemy

Rakti (रक्ति) refers to unit of measurement. One rakti is equal in weight to 1⅞ grain. (see the Rasajalanidhi by Bhudeb Mookerji volume 3)

context information

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.

Languages of India and abroad

Sanskrit dictionary

Source: DDSA: The practical Sanskrit-English dictionary

Rakti (रक्ति).—[rañj-ktin]

1) Pleasingness, loveliness, charmingness.

2) Attachment, affection, loyalty, devotion.

Derivable forms: raktiḥ (रक्तिः).

Source: Cologne Digital Sanskrit Dictionaries: Shabda-Sagara Sanskrit-English Dictionary

Rakti (रक्ति).—f.

(-ktiḥ) 1. Affection, attachment. 2. Addiction to. 3. Charmingness. E. rañj to be affected, aff. ktin .

Source: Cologne Digital Sanskrit Dictionaries: Monier-Williams Sanskrit-English Dictionary

1) Rakti (रक्ति):—[from raj] f. (only [cf. Lexicographers, esp. such as amarasiṃha, halāyudha, hemacandra, etc.]) pleasingness, loveliness

2) [v.s. ...] affection, attachment, devotion

3) [v.s. ...] Abrus Precatorius (cf. raktikā).

context information

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.

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Search found 7 books and stories containing Rakti, Raktī; (plurals include: Raktis, Raktīs). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:

Part 64 - Treatment for chronic diarrhea (36): Shambhu-prasada rasa < [Chapter III - Jvaratisara fever with diarrhoea]

Part 25 - Treatment for enlargement of spleen and liver (24): Tamra Kalpa < [Chapter VII - Enlargement of spleen (plihodara) and liver (yakridudara)]

Part 18 - Dosage of medicine < [Chapter I - General health prescriptions]

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Chapter 6 - Diseases affecting the heart (hridroga)

Chapter 3 - Symptoms and treatment of Kasa (cough)

Chapter 13 - Symptoms and treatment of Pandu (anemia) and Kamala (jaundice)

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Part 15 - Siddhi sara < [Chapter IV - Metals (4): Lauha (iron)]

Part 3 - Incineration of copper < [Chapter III - Metals (3): Tamra (copper)]

Part 7 - Uses of Vaikranta < [Chapter XX - Gems (8): Vaikranta (garnet)]

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Part 3 - Incineration of haritala < [Chapter XII - Uparasa (13): Haritala (orpiment)]

Part 3 - Preparations of Hingula < [Chapter XXIII - Uparasa (23): Hingula (cinnabar)]

Part 6 - Incineration of the essence of rasaka < [Chapter VII - Uparasa (8): Rasaka or Kharpara (calamine)]

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Part 18 - Mercurial operations (16): Incineration of mercury (bhasmikarana) < [Chapter IV-V - Mercurial operations]

Part 1 - Definitions of technical terms < [Chapter VII - Enumeration of technical terms]

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Chapter 62 - The science of music < [Section 3 - Upodghāta-pāda]