A Concept of Chatushka Methodology in Charak Samhita-A Review

Authors

  • Naval Singh PG Scholar, Department of Samhita & Maulik Siddhant, National Institute of Ayurveda (De-Novo), Jaipur(Raj.) Author
  • Nisha Gupta Professor & HOD, Department of Samhita & Maulik Siddhant, National Institute of Ayurveda (De-Nova), Jaipur(Raj.) Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.48165/IRJAY.2023.6105

Keywords:

Ayurveda, Charaka Samhita, Sutrasthana, Sapta Chatushka, Chikitsa, Roga, Adhyaya

Abstract

Ayurveda has the distinction of being the "oldest medical system and the oldest  and most comprehensive spiritual teachings in the world". Ayurveda is based on  the principle of maintaining a balance between the interrelated relationships  within the body and mind. The Brihatrayee-Charaka Samhita, Susruta Samhita and Ashtanga Hridaya are the three primary authoritative works in Ayurveda.  There are 8 Sthanas in the Charaka Samhita, 5 Sthanas in the Susruta Samhita and 5 Sthanas in the Astanga Hridaya. The 120 Chapters of the Charaka Samhita are divided into 8 Sthanas. Sutrasthana is one among them, which is placed first  in Charaka Samhita. The foundational theory of Ayurveda and its technique for  life are extensively detailed in Sutrasthana. Sutrasthana from the Charaka Samhita known as the Shira. 30 chapters of Sutrasthana are categorized under  seven groups of four chapters known as Sapta Chatushka. Specifically,  Aushadha, Swastha, Nirdesh, Kalpana, Roga, Yojana and Annapana Chatushka.  remaining two chapters are the collection of the information termed as the  Sangraha Dwaya. Here, an attempt is made to teach the Chatushka process in  Sutrasthana in a methodical and detailed manner that provides the foundational  information for treatment. This is one of Charaka Samhita's unique qualities.  

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Published

2023-01-31

How to Cite

Singh, N., & Gupta, N. (2023). A Concept of Chatushka Methodology in Charak Samhita-A Review . International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga, 6(1), 29–33. https://doi.org/10.48165/IRJAY.2023.6105