Welcome to the world of ancient Indian medicine, where the secrets of healing have been preserved for thousands of years. In this blog, we will explore three prominent texts that form the foundation of Ayurveda (though these texts do not entirely collectively represent Ayurveda, as there are many other texts, the Samhitas, in which the knowledge is divided), the traditional system of medicine in India: Sushruta Samhita , Charak Samhita , and Ashtanga Hridaya . Let's begin. 1. Sushruta Samhita : Sushruta Samhita, attributed to the Acharya Sushruta (also known by the title Father of Surgery), is one of the earliest and most comprehensive texts of Ayurveda. It is believed to date back to around 600 BCE. This sacred text is a treasure trove of knowledge covering various medical disciplines, including surgery, anatomy, and herbal medicine. Sushruta Samhita vastly explains various types of surgical instruments, many types of surgeries, and the human anatomy. In Sutrasthana, it is ment...