Composed in the 7th century CE by the renowned physician Vagbhata, the Aṣṭāṅga Hṛdaya remains one of Ayurveda’s most cherished classics. Its second section, the Śarīra Sthāna, is a graceful guide to the human body. Here, Vagbhata explains anatomy, physiology, and embryology with quiet precision. He describes how life begins, how tissues develop, and how the body’s fluids and structures work together to sustain health. Written in clear Sanskrit, this chapter bridges ancient observation and practical medicine. It has been studied for over a millennium by healers and scholars who seek to understand the living form. Through thoughtful yet simple explanations, the Śarīra Sthāna continues to reveal how the body functions, ages, and heals, offering timeless insight into the sacred design of human life.
अष्टाङ्गहृदयम्
Astanga Hrudaya
शारीरस्थानम्
Sharira Sthana
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Chapters
गर्भावक्रान्तिरध्यायः
Garbhavakranti Adhyaya (Development of the embryo)
100 verses
गर्भव्यापद्विधिरध्यायः
Garbhavyapad Shareeram Adhyaya (Disorders of Pregnancy)
62 verses
अङ्गविभागशारीरोध्यायः
Angavibhaga Shareeram Adhyaya (Different parts of the body)
120 verses
मर्मविभागशारीरोऽध्यायः
Marmavibhagam Shareeram Adhyaya (Classification of the vital spots of the body)
70 verses