Cikitsā-sāra: Doṣa Nidāna–Lakṣaṇa, Agni, Ajīrṇa/Āma Cikitsā, Daśamūla, and Prognostic Signs
यो गृह्णातीन्द्रियैरर्थान्विपरीतान्स मृत्युभाक् / भिषङ्मित्रगुरुद्वेषी प्रियारातिश्च यो भवेत्
yo gṛhṇātīndriyairarthānviparītānsa mṛtyubhāk / bhiṣaṅmitragurudveṣī priyārātiśca yo bhavet
Ang sinumang sa pamamagitan ng mga pandama ay humahawak sa mga bagay sa baluktot at salungat na paraan, nagiging kabahagi siya ng kamatayan (pinapabilis ang pagbagsak). At ang napopoot sa manggagamot, sa mga kaibigan at sa mga guro, at kumakalaban sa minamahal at kapaki-pakinabang, gayundin ay napapahamak.
Lord Vishnu (speaking to Garuda/Vinata-putra)
Concept: Misapprehending sense-objects and hating beneficent guides (physician, friend, guru) accelerates downfall and ‘death-share’.
Vedantic Theme: Indriya-vishaya misrelation binds and harms; right discernment (viveka) and honoring upakarins supports sattva and well-being.
Application: Practice sense-discipline and correct perception; cultivate gratitude and receptivity to medical advice, friendship, and instruction.
Primary Rasa: bhayanaka
Secondary Rasa: shanta
Related Themes: Garuda Purana 1.168 (arishta and conduct affecting lifespan); Garuda Purana 1.169 (hitahita-viveka framing)
The verse warns that distorted engagement with sense-objects leads to self-destruction and shortens life, implying that disciplined perception and conduct protect well-being.
It reinforces dharma through right relationships—respecting physicians, friends, and gurus—and by rejecting harmful attitudes that lead to decline.
Cultivate healthy sense habits, seek good counsel, and maintain respect for mentors and healthcare providers; avoid hostility toward those who support your welfare.