Rasavidyaguru, Rasavidyāguru, Rasavidya-guru: 1 definition
Introduction:
Rasavidyaguru 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)
Rasashastra (Alchemy and Herbo-Mineral preparations)
Source: CBSE: Chemistry in IndiaRasavidyāguru (रसविद्यागुरु, “a teacher of alchemy”) should possess the following qualities: all the knowledge, expertise in various processes and a thorough knowledge of all the literature on rasa. He shall have achieved success in many sacred texts, shall always have courage, a highly distinguished personality and an unswerving mind; he shall be very affe ctionate of Lord Śiva and a thorough devotee of Goddess Pārvatī, and have firm belief in all the gods and oblations. He shall also have a specialized knowledge of all sacred traditions and texts and shall be very competent in perfor ming alchemical operations. (Rasaratnasamuccaya 6.3-4)
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.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Relevant text
No search results for Rasavidyaguru, Rasavidyāguru, Rasavidya-guru, Rasavidyā-guru; (plurals include: Rasavidyagurus, Rasavidyāgurus, gurus) in any book or story.