Volume 22, Issue 2
NAMAH Journal Volume 22, Issue 2
Articles in this Issue
Research in Āyurveda
By Asit Kumar Panja - Jul 15, 2014
Nobody except one with a completely closed mind can deny that there is a wealth of knowledge available in ancient sciences like the Āyurveda. Contrary to our conventional way of looking at the advances of civilisation, it is quite possible that what we are witnessing today is a recovery after a fall from an advanced state of achievement in various forms of sciences and arts. Nevertheless these sciences have to be not only recovered but rediscovered using the methods of modern science since each age has its own dharma. This article throws light on some such aspects of research in Āyurvedic sciences.
Rays of hope —
By Alok Pandey - Jul 15, 2014
Death means much more than the cessation of bodily life. It raises several issues within the mind of the person who faces it. It challenges our established world-view and touches upon some deeply painful knots within us. This part has been written mainly with a view to the common questions that those in the grips of a difficult, 'incurable', terminal illness often ask. The questions have been culled from the actual reaction from real people. They may not cover all issues but are meant to touch upon some of the main issues that spring up in our encounter with death.
Pudīnā or Mint (Genus Mentha)
By K.H. Krishnamurthy - Jul 15, 2014
From mint tea to mint chutney, Pudīnā or mint is familiar the world over. Easy to grow in all climates, it is used by all people of the world. Yet its uses in traditional medicine may not be known to all. This article explores some more aspects of Pudīnā ...
Moving Forward
By Unknown Author - Jul 15, 2014
Human life is a journey out of darkness to Light. Something in man cries for light and this cry takes different forms in our individual and social life. The sage meditating on the mountain tops in a mood of prayer is one form of expression of this cry; while revolutions that send the world into a convulsion towards rapid change are another expression of the same cry!
Love in healing
By James Anderson - Jul 15, 2014
To love truly is no easy thing is but it is indeed necessary if one wants to reach an exemplary level of health. Certainly, this is the author’s experience. It is by ‘working’ inside, that he finds the barriers to true love magically dissolve. This article is an exploration into the truth and healing influence of love.