Roga (रोग)

The definition of Roga (disease) is the 'conjunction with pain or suffering' (Duhkha Samyoga). Any state that brings dis.

Ayurvedic Principles (Siddhanta Kosha) 1 min read
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Sanskrit Verse

तद्दुःखसंयोगा रोगाः।

— (Vaisheshika Sutra, cited by Chakrapani on Charaka Sutra 1/54)

Explanation

The definition of Roga (disease) is the ‘conjunction with pain or suffering’ (Duhkha Samyoga). Any state that brings discomfort, pain, or unhappiness to the body or mind is considered a disease. This highlights that disease is not just a physical ailment but any state that disrupts one’s sense of well-being.

Clinical Importance

This broad definition emphasizes that the goal of a physician is to alleviate all forms of suffering, not just to correct lab reports. It validates the treatment of psychological and emotional distress as a core part of medicine.