Vedic Wisdom Explained for Modern Times
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Overview
Topics
5 Elements
The foundation of the vedic system is the understanding of the maha bhutas, commonly known as 5 elements. which in reality are 5 phases in which matter can be (Solid, Liquid, Plasma, Gas, Space). Western Philosophy sees Space as Extra Dimension, but in Eastern Philosophy Space is included in the Phases.
These are explained in detail in nyaya/vaisheshika and rig-veda.
Ayurveda
The three doshas regulate the life force in the body which is a pendulum between Active and Inactive. A constant change between -1 and +1 with the center point of 0.
Vatha is the +1 , activity and Movement, without potential storage.
Pitta is the 0, the transformation and turning point. The amount of pitta determinants the rate of change.
Kapha is the -1, no movement, but only potential energy and stability. the body has stable structure and food contains energy which can be turned into movement and activity.
Good Introduction and Foundation of Ayurveda Theory is in Book “Lamp of Ayurveda” by Chakrapani Datta .
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Vastu
The science of Architecture. The house (dwelling) as the extension of the Body. The direct surrounding. The Walls and Roof create a Box of protection against the Environment.
Applied Vastu balances the Influence of the changing Sun and Seasons. It tries to create a constant climate, not to hot and not too cold. By arraning walls , doors, windows and furniture the energy is optimized.
It is related to Feng-Shui which optimized flow and traffic of energy and movement in the house. (Removes Blockages or provides security).
Most of Feng-Shui is not directional, only the Maindoor defines the Center.
In Vastu Directions are defined by the movement of the sun during the 24 hours and arranges accordingly.
Jyotish
Simplified its the model of the seasons and 12 Months (Moons) in a year.
On a bigger timeframe than vastu (360 days instead of 24hours for a full cycle), it predicts the environment in different times of year.
Winter, Cold, Dark, Rest
Spring, Raising Energy, Planting Seeds
Summer, Hot, Bright, Growing
Autumn, Setting Energy, Harvest
Yoga
The 7 Chakras (or 5 Elements) give a model of the energy in the body. from Stability and Groundedness in the Feet at the earth. And the Flexibility and Freedom in the Head or the Sky/Heaven.
Physical excercises in Hatha Yoga and Meditation (Kundalini) can train and regulate the energy of Ida and Pingala.
Philosophy
Wisdom and Intelligence is transferred with the stories in the vedas.
The philosophy are connected with the mind and memory and morals. How to understand emotions and actions and their consequences.
The Mahabharata as the Conflict of Good versus Evil.
The 5 Pandavas (5 Elements/Chakras) as Vices
vs.
The 3/99 Kauravas (99 Bad habits, 3 Gunas)