Scientific Thoughts in Thirumanthiram

Abstract

Siddha literature holds a distinctive place in the history of Tamil literature. The Siddhars proposed a holistic way of life that integrates the physical, mental, and spiritual dimensions of human existence. Their ideas are not limited to spiritual philosophy alone; they also contain scientific insights related to human anatomy, breathing mechanisms, nutrition, pharmacology, herbal medicine, and other fields. The text Thirumanthiram includes various scientific perspectives such as embryology, dietary principles, herbal medicine, yogic science, and psychology. This study examines and explains the scientific concepts found in Thirumanthiram with appropriate literary evidence and analysis.

Keywords: Thirumanthiram, Siddha Literature, Scientific Thought, Yogic Science, Siddha Medicine.