Sage: 4 definitions
Introduction:
Sage means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit, biology. 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.
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In Hinduism
Ayurveda (science of life)
Sages are exceptional individuals who personify profound knowledge, long experience, truthfulness, freedom from passion and a noble character (Charaka Samhita, verse 11.18-19). They could always be counted upon for counsel, to dispel one’s doubts and provide a means to exact knowledge. This is especially true for a physician who is faced with difficult issues in diagnosis and treatment for which the standard texts and his own resources of knowledge may not provide the answers
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.
Natyashastra (theatrics and dramaturgy)
Sages (in Indian dramas) should be presented as “calm and brave”, as dictated by the Dhīroddhata classification of Heroes (nāyaka), according to the Viṣṇudharmottarapurāṇa, an ancient Sanskrit text which (being encyclopedic in nature) deals with a variety of cultural topics such as arts, architecture, music, grammar and astronomy.—In the Viṣṇudharmottarapurāṇa, it is narrated that Sages should be dhīrapraśānta i.e., calm and brave.
Natyashastra (नाट्यशास्त्र, nāṭyaśāstra) refers to both the ancient Indian tradition (shastra) of performing arts, (natya—theatrics, drama, dance, music), as well as the name of a Sanskrit work dealing with these subjects. It also teaches the rules for composing Dramatic plays (nataka), construction and performance of Theater, and Poetic works (kavya).
Shilpashastra (iconography)
Sages are be denoted in the Sanskrit language as Ṛṣis, and follows specific guidelines in the tradition of ancient Indian Painting (citra), according to the Viṣṇudharmottarapurāṇa, an ancient Sanskrit text which (being encyclopedic in nature) deals with a variety of cultural topics such as arts, architecture, music, grammar and astronomy.—The personalities like [e.g., Sages—ṛṣis], [...] are to be drawn to project them as noble and polite. It is stated that the sage should posses matted hair on their heads. Thus the Viṣṇudharmottarapurāṇa establishes the fact that even in the pictures; the people belonging to different class and profession [e.g., Sages] were projected with specific attire so that general people can equate the picture with the practical character.
Shilpashastra (शिल्पशास्त्र, śilpaśāstra) represents the ancient Indian science (shastra) of creative arts (shilpa) such as sculpture, iconography and painting. Closely related to Vastushastra (architecture), they often share the same literature.
Biology (plants and animals)
1) Sage in English is the name of a plant defined with Artemisia dracunculus in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Oligosporus condimentarius Cass. (among others).
2) Sage is also identified with Lantana bahamensis It has the synonym Lantana x bahamensis f. albiflora Moldenke (etc.).
3) Sage is also identified with Lantana camara It has the synonym Lantana melissifolia Sol. (etc.).
4) Sage is also identified with Lantana demutata.
5) Sage is also identified with Lantana involucrata It has the synonym Camara involucrata Kuntze (etc.).
6) Sage is also identified with Salvia officinalis It has the synonym Salvia officinalis Pall..
7) Sage in India is also identified with Acacia concinna It has the synonym Nygae sylvarum-minimae Rumph. (etc.).
8) Sage is also identified with Molineria capitulata It has the synonym Leucojum capitulatum Lour. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Phytologia (1981)
· Aust. Vet. J., (1989)
· Phytologia (1947)
· South African Journal of Botany (1982)
· Economic Botany (1957)
· Allg. Gartenzeit. (1841)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Sage, for example pregnancy safety, side effects, chemical composition, health benefits, diet and recipes, extract dosage, have a look at these references.
This sections includes definitions from the five kingdoms of living things: Animals, Plants, Fungi, Protists and Monera. It will include both the official binomial nomenclature (scientific names usually in Latin) as well as regional spellings and variants.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches (+0): The, The, Sage, Te.
Starts with (+0): Caketam, Sa ge lei bu, Sage brush, Sage rose, Sage tree, Sage-leaved butterfly bush, Sagebrush, Sagebrush buttercup, Sagebrush mariposa lily, Sagedantan, Sagedapu, Sageddamar, Sager, Sagere, Sageretia henryi, Sageretia thea, Sageri, Sagewood, Sakera.
Full-text (+9423): Rishi, Muni, Vasishtha, Gautama, Markandeya, Bhrigu, Vyasa, Jamadagni, Brahmarshi, Atri, Kashyapa, Agastya, Anasuya, Valmiki, Bharadvaja, Vaishampayana, Kapila, Kanva, Arundhati, Maharshi.
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Search found 588 books and stories containing Sage, The sage; (plurals include: Sages, The sages). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Brahma Purana (critical study) (by Surabhi H. Trivedi)
40. Description of the Sages < [Mythology]
Chapters 101-125 < [A summary of the Contents of Brahma-Purana]
Chapters 1-25 < [A summary of the Contents of Brahma-Purana]
Shiva Purana (by J. L. Shastri)
Chapter 25 - The planned arrangement of Gautama < [Section 4 - Koṭirudra-Saṃhitā]
Chapter 1 - Acquisition of sons by Śrīkṛṣṇa (Śrī Kṛṣṇa) < [Section 7.2 - Vāyavīya-saṃhitā (2)]
Chapter 10 - Sūta’s instruction < [Section 6 - Kailāsa-saṃhitā]
Skanda Purana (by G. V. Tagare)
Chapter 21 - Glory of Bālasakhya Tīrtha < [Section 1 - Tīrtha-māhātmya]
Chapter 171 - Dialogue between Śāṇḍilī and the Sages < [Section 3 - Revā-khaṇḍa]
Chapter 209 - Glory of Mārkaṇḍeyeśvara (Mārkaṇḍeya-īśvara) < [Section 1 - Prabhāsa-kṣetra-māhātmya]
Padma Purana (by N.A. Deshpande)
Chapter 14 - The Cyavana Episode < [Section 5 - Pātāla-Khaṇḍa (Section on the Nether World)]
Chapter 215 - Budha Infuriated and Appeased < [Section 6 - Uttara-Khaṇḍa (Concluding Section)]
Chapter 37 - Sage Āraṇyaka Goes to Viṣṇu’s Heaven < [Section 5 - Pātāla-Khaṇḍa (Section on the Nether World)]
Mahabhagavata Purana (translation and study) (by Prabir Kumar Nanda Goswami)
Chapter 60 - Indra’s slaying of Brahmin in the death of Dadhichi
Chapter 61 - Indra’s arrival at Vishnuloka in search of the abode of Brahmamayi
Narada Purana (English translation) (by G. V. Tagare)
Chapter 72 - The Power of Austerities of Gautama < [Part 5 - Uttara-bhāga]
Chapter 74 - The Glory of Gokarṇa < [Part 5 - Uttara-bhāga]
Chapter 62 - The exposition of Mokṣa-dharma < [Part 2 - Pūrva-bhāga: Dvitīya-pāda]