Goddess Durga And Science of Medicine

In the Markandeya Puraan, Mother Goddess Durga has called Herself as 'Shakambhari'. That is, in the vegetables, roots, herbs etc., provided by nature, there is the benedictory power of Mother Goddess which removes pains, miseries and diseases.

The form of Mother Goddess Shakambhari, is the manifestation of Mother Goddess Durga only, Who protects and makes our body healthy.

The vegetables, roots, herbs etc. serve as the armor for curing as well as protecting beings from diseases. Mother Goddess Shailputri represents 'harad', which is considered a main medicine in Ayurved. Mother Goddess Brahmacharini signifies Brahmi which is extremely beneficial. It intake as a medicine increases age and memory power. It is also very effective in gastric problems. Mother Goddess Chandraghanta signifies 'Chamsur' or Chandsur or Charmhanti. It helps remove obesity. Mother Goddess Kushmanda is the synonym of Kumhada medicine. It helps in removing blood related problems and is good for physical strength.

Mother Goddess Skandamata relates to 'Alsi' medicine. It removes ailments related to the Tridoshas i.e. Vat, Pitt and Kaph. Mother Goddess Katyayani relates to the Moiya medicine. Through this Ayurvedic medicine, diseases related to blood and throat are cured. Mother Goddess Kalratri relates to Naagdaun medicine. It removes all ailments related to the mind and brain. This medicine also removes poison. Mother Goddess Mahagauri represents in the form Tulsi (basil). It purifies blood and is extremely beneficial in cough, common cold and influenza. Mother Goddess Siddhidatri represents Shatavari medicine, which is extremely beneficial for intellect and strength.

According to the Markandey Puraan, the Mother Goddesses remain present in the form of medicine in vegetables, herbs and roots for protecting us.

The scholars of the Shastras and the Ayurved have termed 'Nav Durga' as the great medicine.

It would not be impertinent to mention here that these medicines do not prove effective if they are not taken along with the Mantra(s).

For this, it is necessary to attain knowledge of the Mantras from some Mantra-Vetta Sadguru to bless/charge/awaken the medicine, as Revered His Holiness is applying the medicine along with the Mantra to remove the dandruff and fungal infections during the Ancient Science Conventions and also provide the divine Beej Mantras.