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ISSN (Online) : 2277-4572

PUNARJANMA (REINCARNATION): A BIRD EYE VIEW

Abstract

Author(s): Haritha Chandran, Chetan M, Yaligar MG, Arun Raj GR

Punarjanma (Reincarnation) is an interesting topic which evokes the curiousity of the researchers to explore the hidden truth behind this concept. The Karya Karana Siddhantha (cause - effect theory) has its limitation in certain diseases in which karana (cause) is not possible to elicit. There comes the role of the invisible factor termed Daiva (fate/predetermined) which is an outcome of one’s past life deeds. The concept of Jatismara (claimed memories of previous life) clearly substantiates the truth behind Punarjanma and thus it opened a new doorstep in Reincarnation researches. A better understanding of the concept of Punarjanma in relation to Daiva Siddhantha in turn holds the potential of Daivavyapashraya Chikitsa (spiritual therapy/divine therapy) in those diseases in which Karana is Adrushta (invisible)