What is medicine if it merely treats symptoms but does not restore harmony? What is health if it is not aligned with the rhythm of nature? Āyurveda, the timeless science of life (āyuh) and wisdom (veda), is not just a medical system—it is a profound philosophy that envisions health as a dynamic equilibrium between body, mind, and consciousness. Unlike reductionist approaches that fragment human existence into isolated parts, Ayurveda sees the individual as an interconnected whole, woven into the cosmic order of ṛta.

Rooted in the Vedas, the Caraka Saṁhitā and Suśruta Saṁhitā, Ayurveda offers a comprehensive framework for understanding human health. It is not merely about curing disease but about cultivating a way of life in alignment with prakṛti (one’s inherent constitution) and the elemental forces (pañca-mahābhūta). Its teachings integrate physical well-being with ethical living, mental clarity, and spiritual evolution—where health is not just the absence of illness but the presence of sattva (balance), ojas (vitality), and prāṇa (life force).

This section of the Journal of Sanātana Dharma seeks to revive and explore Ayurveda as both a science and a philosophy. How do the concepts of doṣas (Vāta, Pitta, Kapha) reflect an indigenous model of personalized medicine? In what ways does Ayurveda challenge modern pharmacological paradigms by emphasizing prakṛti (constitution-based medicine) and svasthavṛtta (preventive health)? How does its holistic understanding of diet, mental discipline, and seasonal rhythms offer insights for contemporary health challenges?

We welcome contributions on:

• The philosophical foundations of Ayurveda in the Vedic and Upanishadic traditions
• The triadic balance of Vāta, Pitta, Kapha and its implications for health and disease
• Ayurveda’s approach to dīnacaryā (daily routine), ṛtucaryā (seasonal adaptation), and sadvṛtta (ethical lifestyle)
• The intersection of Ayurveda with Yoga, Vedanta, and Tantra as a unified system of self-care and spiritual evolution
• Comparative analyses between Ayurvedic diagnostics and modern medical science, particularly in areas like gut health, neuroscience, and psychosomatic disorders
• The role of Ayurveda in longevity (rasāyana therapy) and rejuvenation (vājīkaraṇa therapy)
• The impact of āhāra (diet) and vihāra (lifestyle) on overall well-being and its counter to Western dietary trends
• Reviving indigenous medical knowledge: Ayurveda’s response to synthetic drugs, chronic diseases, and mental health crises
• Ayurveda’s vision of ecological health: Sustainability, ethical consumption, and the balance between human well-being and nature
• The distortion and commercialization of Ayurveda in modern wellness industries—how to reclaim its authentic essence

Ayurveda is not just about treating illness—it is a way of understanding life itself. It is a science that does not separate the healer from the healed, the body from the mind, or the self from the universe. We invite scholarly articles, critical reflections, and cross-disciplinary research that highlight Ayurveda’s profound insights into the art of living, healing, and thriving—a legacy that remains indispensable in our quest for a holistic, dharmic, and sustainable future.