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HPI 28 - Who Wants to Live Forever? - Early Ayurvedic Medicine

History of Philosophy: India, Africana, China

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Origins and Concepts of Ayurvedic Medicine

This chapter explores the origins and primary goals of Ayurvedic medicine, including the teachings of Chaturka and other ancient medical treatises. It also discusses the concept of limited lifespan and the potential conflict with the belief in preordained lifespan based on karma.

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