Hindu Medicine c7.140

c7.140

“ We behold mankind smitten by many pains and hurts in illnesses of their bodies and minds, we see them cast down by sickness coming to them from outside or originating from their inner being. Though they are protected by divine patrons, they cry out as if they had none. This troubles us, and we would hear for the sake of all creatures thy sacred Doctrine of Longevity (āyurveda). Instruct us, that we may learn to heal the illnesses of those who desire well-being; and that we may prolong our own lives. On this knowledge rests all weal in this world and in the next. For this we have approached the Venerable One as his pupils.”