Sushruta Samhita

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वाति कामिजनानन्दजननोऽनङ्गदीपनः । दम्पत्योर्मानभिदुरो वसन्ते दक्षिणोऽनिलः ॥२६॥

The southern wind of spring, which delights lovers and kindles passion like the god of love (Ananga), is known for its gentle nature and is cherished by couples.

english translation

दिशो वसन्ते विमलाः काननैरुपशोभिताः । किंशुकाम्भोजबकुलचूताशोकादिपुष्पितैः ॥२७॥

In spring, the directions are clear and adorned with forests. They are decorated with blooming flowers such as the crimson Kinshuka, Ambhuj, Bakula, Chuta, and Ashoka.

english translation

कोकिलाषट्पदगणैरुपगीता मनोहराः । दक्षिणानिलसंवीताः सुमुखाः पल्लवोज्ज्वलाः ॥२८॥

In spring, the directions are delightful, praised by the singing of cooing cuckoos. They are bright and beautiful, touched by the gentle southern breeze, and adorned with vibrant new leaves.

english translation

ग्रीष्मे तीक्ष्णांशुरादित्यो मारुतो नैरृतोऽसुखः । भूस्तप्ता सरितस्तन्व्यो दिशः प्रज्वलिता इव ॥२९॥

In summer, the sun is scorching, the wind is fierce, and the directions seem to be burning with intense heat. The earth is parched, and rivers and streams appear to be dried up.

english translation

भ्रान्तचक्राह्वयुगलाः पयःपानाकुला मृगाः । ध्वस्तवीरुत्तृणलता विपर्णाङ्कितपादपाः ॥३०॥

In summer, animals confused by the rotating wheels (of the seasons) are agitated in their search for water. They drink from the little available sources, and the grass and trees are withered and barren.

english translation