Hindu Achievements in Exact Science: A Study in the History of Scientific Development c20.s5.1
Hindu Achievements in Exact Science: A Study in the History of Scientific Development c20.s5.1
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c20.s5.1
Neither in India nor in Europe did the ancients understand the nervous system. Aristotle's error was committed by Charaka and Sushruta also. They all regarded the heart to be the central organ and seat of consciousness. The nerves (sensory and motor) were believed to ascend to and descend from the heart.
Linked texts (2)
- Carakasaṃhitā — Agniveśa (Āyurveda) & Caraka, Sanskrit
- Suśrutasaṃhitā — Suśruta & Nāgārjuna (siddha/alchemist), Sanskrit