The Confluence of Vedic Astrology and Ayurveda in treating Ailments

Abstract

India’s contribution to the world knowledge is enormous. One of the main issues which has been bothering the mankind and been debated is the subject of Health and healing. Indian sages and rishis have contributed immensely. Their approach has been holistic and nature oriented. This paper tries to explore the similarity between Vedic Astrology and Ayurveda in identification of ailments both mental and physical. The paper aims to bring about the common elements that are recommended in treating a subject. Vedic astrology explains the placement of “Grahas” of an individual and foresees the possible ailments based on the nature of the composition of the individual. Similarly, ayurveda approaches an individual based on three doshas and aims to balance them for good health. It is found that a good practitioner would be well versed with Vedic astrology along with ayurveda and his treatment methodology would be holistic in nature.