Abstract

Dr. Ajit Jangonda Patil*

ABSTRACT

The concepts of Ayurveda are expressed with Gunas. Samanya and Visesa are usually expressed in terms of Gunas. The classification, description, and function of Dravyas depend upon Guna. Karmas are manifested forms of Guna and Samavaya is the eternal, intimate relation of Dravya and Guna. Ayurveda is a science which has many basic principles which are fruitful even today. One of the basic principle for diagnosis and treatment of disease is based on Swaroop, Guna and Karma of Dosha, Dhatu, Mala. Guna Vichara is useful in understanding the pathogenesis of Roga (disease) by Vikalpa Samprapti and pharmaceutical action in Aushdha (drug). Guna resides in Dravya by Samvaya Sambandha (inseparable relation). Even Dosha, Panchmahabhuta which are essential in basic understanding of disease are described in terms of Guna. Basically Guna present in Dravya acts upon the body hence provide the same effect as per Dravya. Hence it is very essential to study Guna to understand pathophysiology and to cease and treat disease. Snigdha and Ruksha are important pair of Guna. In normal state both have their role on Dosha and Dhatu level. When these Snigdha and Ruksha Guna get disturbed then they leads towards manifestation of many Vyadhis. The most of the Chikitsa aspects in clinical practice are based more on Snehana & Rukshana. Hence the main Aim of the study is to compile and analyze the Hetu, Lingha and Aoushadha aspects of Snigdha and Ruksha Guna individually.