Abstract

AYURVEDIC CONCEPT OF JALA

Dr. Priyanka*, Dr. Ramesh Chandra Tiwari, Dr. Ved Bhushan Sharma and Dr. Rakesh Bhutiani

Abstract

Water is the basic constituents of Earths Hydrosphere and the fluids of all acknowledged residing organisms in which it acts as solvent. It is essential for all known forms of life, even though it provides no calories or organic nutrient. Water (H2O) is the most abundant compound on Earth's surface, covering 70 percent of the planet. It is in dynamic equilibrium between the liquid and gas states at standard temperature and pressure. At room temperature, it is a tasteless and odorless liquid, nearly colorless with a tint of blue. Many substances dissolve in water and it is commonly referred to as the universal solvent. The ancient science of medicine considered Jala as a life. Jala is described in our vedas, Samhita and Nighantu. According to Acharya Charaka water is the best revival agent for life. This review article comprises to communicate regarding synonyms, gunna, karma, properties, types of Jala in Vedic kala, Samhita kala and Nighantu kala.

Keywords: Water, life, Ayurveda, Universal solvent, Agrya Dravya.