Significance of Myrobalan
Myrobalan refers to various medicinal uses across different traditions. In Purana, it denotes a combination of three fruits for treating ailments and a mix of herbs with goat's milk for poison counteraction. Ayurveda describes Myrobalan as a collection of digestive medicinal plants. Additionally, Mahayana identifies Myrobalan specifically as haritaki, a medicinal fruit requested by a monk. This rich diversity underscores Myrobalan's significance in traditional medicine practices aimed at promoting health and well-being.
Synonyms: Indian gooseberry, Terminalia chebula, Chebulic myrobalan, Haritaki, Black myrobalan
In German: Myrobalan; In Finnish: Myrobalan; In Dutch: Myrobalaan; In Spanish: 惭颈谤辞产谩濒补苍辞
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Buddhist concept of 'Myrobalan'
Myrobalan in Buddhism symbolizes haritaki, a medicinal fruit valued for its healing properties, which was notably requested by monk Bakkula, emphasizing its importance in spiritual and physical well-being within Buddhist practice.
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) A type of medicinal fruit, specifically haritaki, requested by a monk from Bakkula.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Myrobalan'
Myrobalan in Hinduism represents a trio of medicinal fruits and plants valued in Ayurveda for their digestive benefits, as well as herbs combined with goat's milk to neutralize poison, highlighting its diverse therapeutic applications.
From: Charaka Samhita (English translation)
(1) A group of medicinal plants with digestive properties used in Ayurvedic medicine.[2]