Open AccessA critical study of Rasamritam and it′s applied aspects
Author(s) -
Sudhaldev Mohapatra,
Ramesh K. Gupta,
K. R. C. Reddy,
Chandra Bhushan Jha
Publication year - 2012
Publication title -
ayu
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 0976-9382
pISSN - 0974-8520
DOI - 10.4103/0974-8520.105235
Subject(s) - alchemy , doctrine , subject (documents) , field (mathematics) , epistemology , history , engineering ethics , literature , computer science , political science , engineering , philosophy , art , law , library science , mathematics , pure mathematics
Historical studies of Rasa shastra reveal the use of metals and minerals, both for alchemical and therapeutical purposes in ancient past. But, gradually the alchemical use of the subject, declines and the therapeutical use takes over. Rasamritam is the latest doctrine in the field of Rasa shastra which compiles the extract of the older books and adopted some new and contemporary concepts. The practical aspects of this text influence both the academicians as well as physicians in large extent. Keeping the wealthier, timely concept of this text in mind, we are trying to review and analyze it critically for the benefit of researchers and practitioners and hope the idea will be fruitful.