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Sapta Dhatus / Seven Tissues
by
Swami Jnaneshvara Bharati
SwamiJ.com
Sapta Dhatus are the seven
tissues that form or flow in the physical body. These are aspects of the
physical or medical science of Ayurveda. From the standpoint of
meditation and contemplation, these seven are encountered, explored, and
set aside as not being the Self or Atman, as is done with the other
inner instruments. For example, see the other aspects described in the Witnessing
article. The Dhatus are reffered to as not Self in the Atma
Shatakam by Adi Shankara.
Rasa Dhatu:
Fluid, plasme that is digested and then nourishes cells
Rakta Dhatu:
Blood cells that are the foundation of life
Masma Dhatu:
Muscle tissue or flesh that provides strength
Medas Dhatu: Fat
that lubricates the body
Ashti Dhatu:
Bones and cartilage that provide support
Majja Dhatu:
Marrow that supports Ashti Dhatu
Shukra Dhatu:
Tissue that helps reproduction, including semen
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