Concept of Swarnaprashana As Jatakarma Samskara (Birth ritual)

Authors

  • Monika Swami M. D.(Rasa Shastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana), NIA Jaipur, Ayush Medical Officer (NHM), Sam block, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. Author
  • Kanchan Swami M. D. (Rasa Shastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana, NIA Jaipur, Assistant professor, MJF College, Chomu,Rajasthan. Author
  • K Shankar Rao Professor & Head, Department of Rasa Shastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana, National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur, Rajasthan. Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.48165/

Keywords:

Swarna Prashan, Jatakarma Samskara, Immunity, Vaccine

Abstract

Introduction- Swarnaprashana formulation is a unique method of administration of gold contain medicament  to neonate. Literal meaning of Prashana is to lick i.e application of medicament on the tongue. The use of  Gold internally in children through oral route is first available in the Kashyapa Samhita with the name of  Swarna Prashana. Gold licking is also mentioned by Sushruta, Vagbhatta and other Acharyas immediately  after the birth as a part of Jatkarma Samskara (birth ritual). Ancient Acharya of Ayurveda has given more  thrust to the development of body’s defense system against diseases rather than focusing the disease. As far as  pediatric cases are concerned Acharya had taken special care to boost up the immune system of the infant  from the time of birth itself. The purpose of Swarna-Prashan is same as of modern vaccination to prevent  diseases by building immunity. It also benefits in a proper brain development, improves memory, intelligence,  verbal and cognitive functions of the brain. All the above said benefits are indicating the enhancement of all  favorable factors required for proper growth and development of a child. 

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Published

2021-01-31

How to Cite

Swami, M., Swami, K., & Rao, K.S. (2021). Concept of Swarnaprashana As Jatakarma Samskara (Birth ritual). International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga, 4(1), 137–143. https://doi.org/10.48165/