PHYSIOLOGICAL AND ANATOMICAL ASPECT OF SENSORY ORGANS AS PER AYURVEDA AND MODERN PERSPECTIVE
Abstract
In line with the teachings of Ayurveda ancient scriptures, Indriyas, or the sensory organs, serve as the means through which the Atma acquires knowledge. They function as the tools for the acquisition of knowledge. The Gyanendriyas housed within the body merge with the Mana which in turn unites with the Atma, thereby allowing the perception of knowledge. Ultimately, the Buddhi component of the respective Indriya facilitates the acquisition of knowledge. Indriyas, or sense organs, serve as the gateway for receiving sensory stimuli. Ayurveda categorizes Indriyas into two types; Gyanendriyas and Karmendriyas which are defined as sensory and motor faculties respectively in modern science. Gyanendriyas aid in the sensory process, while Karmendriyas facilitate the motor process. Among the five Gyanendriyas, Shrotra and Chakshu play pivotal roles in the learning process. Jihva, Tvak and Grana are others sense organs which performs functions of perception.
Key-Words: Ayurveda, Senses, Gyanendriyas, Indriyas, Organs, Physiology
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