Sowa Rigpa (Traditional Tibetan medicine)
Sowa Rigpa aka Science of healing is an approach built upon the traditional Tibetan medicine,[1] which has been enhanced by Chinese,[2] Greek, and Ayurvedic treatments.[3]
History
[change | change source]For over 2,500 years, communities in the highlands of Asia have utilized this ancient knowledge and practice, which is based on both intellectual and religious writings.[4]
One of the seven Ayush systems is Sowa-Rigpa; the word "Sowa-Rigpa" comes from the Bhoti language and means knowledge of healing. The Himalayan regions are the main locations where it is practiced.[5]
The knowledge and methods used by people living in Tibetan regions for treating illnesses and living are known as Sowa Rigpa, or Tibetan medicine. In November 2018, the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) added it to the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.[6][7]
Sowa-Rigpa was acknowledged by the government of India in 2010.[8] Once China, Bhutan, and Mongolia recognized Sowa-Rigpa, India became the fourth nation in the world to do so.[3]
The National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa was also founded by the Indian government's Ministry of Ayush in 2020 in Leh, Ladakh.[9][10]
In collaboration with the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine, 2023, the University Grants Commission of India has recognized the bachelor's degree program in Sowa Rigpa Medicine and Surgery.[11][12]
References
[change | change source]- ↑ "Traditional healers push for recognition and licensing of age-old Himalayan practice". Mongabay Environmental News. 2023-12-05. Retrieved 2024-04-13.
- ↑ "Lum medicinal bathing of Sowa Rigpa (Tibetan medicine) and its Chinese keywords- China.org.cn". www.china.org.cn. Retrieved 2024-04-13.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Chandna, Himani (2019-10-17). "Modi govt now plans to promote traditional Tibetan medicine system Sowa-Rigpa". ThePrint. Retrieved 2024-04-13.
- ↑ "Traditional healers push for recognition and licensing of age-old Himalayan practice". Mongabay Environmental News. 2023-12-05. Retrieved 2024-04-13.
- ↑ Hyolmo, Sonam Lama (2024-01-14). "Nepal's traditional medicine healers push for legal recognition". Scroll.in. Retrieved 2024-04-13.
- ↑ "In Tibet: The story behind Lum medicinal bathing of Sowa Rigpa". news.cgtn.com. Retrieved 2024-04-13.
- ↑ Choetso, Tenzin (2022-01-06). "Sikyong urges more effort in the promotion of Sowa Rigpa, the ancient Tibetan system of medicine". Central Tibetan Administration. Retrieved 2024-04-13.
- ↑ "India should formalize a holistic approach to its Tibet policy".
- ↑ "Sowa-Rigpa offers a lucrative career in alternative medicine industry - EducationTimes.com". www.educationtimes.com. Retrieved 2024-04-13.
- ↑ Desk (2023-12-25). "Director, National Institute of Sowa Rigpa, Leh Participated in the Bharatiya Vigyan Sammelan". Voice of Ladakh. Retrieved 2024-04-13.
{{cite web}}:|last=has generic name (help) - ↑ Misra, Barsha (2023-12-26). "Separate NEET for BAMS, BUMS, BSMS; Separate NEET for Sowa-Rigpa under NCISM Regulations 2023". medicaldialogues.in. Retrieved 2024-04-13.
- ↑ Republica. "Experts emphasize promotion and expansion of Sowa Rigpa health treatment system". My Republica. Archived from the original on 2024-01-05. Retrieved 2024-04-13.