Hindu Medicine c8.101

c8.101

Bile, moreover, abides in the heart as the fire which effects desires and longings; hence it is called in this case the “effective” fire (sādhaka). Furthermore, bile resides in the eyes, as the fiery energy which seizes upon the colors and shapes of the sense-objects. In this function it is called the “beholding” fire (ālocaka). Finally, pervading the skin, bile acts as the “irradiating” fire (bhrājaka). Its heat manifests itself in the warmth of the body, it anoints and lubricates the skin, producing its luster and complexion.