ABSTRACT |
| Narada is one of the famous ancient celestial rishi (sage) in Indological literature. Sage Narada was the son of lord Bramha. He was the ardent devotee of lord Vishnu and always uses to chant his name ‘Narayana’. He used to roam freely in all 3 components of universe (lokas) such as earth, heaven and ocean world. He uses to play the musical instrument called ‘Veena’(string instrument). In Vedas, he is depicted as symbol of spiritual inquiry. In Indian epic Ramayana, he is portrayed as foreteller of divine events. In Mahabharata and Puranas, he is seen as advisor, messenger, provocateur and guide to kings and warriors. He bridged the gap between knowledge and devotion. He is also seen as trouble maker although it is a pre plan set by the almighty. Sage Narada was present in the conclave of rishis held beneath the mountain Himalaya, some 5000 years ago to discuss the impact of diseases on human health. In an Ayurvedic book called ‘Bhaishajya Ratnavali’, sage Narada is credited with two medicinal preparations viz., 1. Madan Modaka and 2. Maha Laxmivilas Rasa. In an Ayurvedic book called ‘Abhinav Chintamani’ sage Narada is credited with medicinal preparation labelled as ‘Shoolantaka Choorna’. In Narad Purana, sage Narada had given the detail account of month wise intrauterine foetal life. Hence, it becomes essential to explore the life of sage Narada and his contribution to the field of Ayurveda. Keywords – Narada, , Shoolantaka Choorna |