Passage 12

In English

As a matter of fact, among the various activities undertaken in the world, the service rendered by the Doctors occupies the first place. Theirs's is the most sacred service. It is verily divine. That is why it is said "",, which means the Doctors are really the Embodiments of Divinity. Hence, they are expected to cultivate the noble qualities of love and compassion and render service to the patients with a spirit of sacrifice. When the Doctors receive the patients who come to them for treatment with a pure heart and a smiling face and talk to them sweetly and lovingly, half of their disease will be cured. The maxim "Manayeva manusyanam karanam bandha moksayoh", applies in this situation as well. When the Doctor treats the patient with a pure mind, sweet words and loving care and concern, the possibility of the disease getting cured quickly is great. Therefore, if you want the patient to be cured of his disease quickly, employ the principle of 50% medicine and 50% love. This is why, the ancient system of medicine in India was termed as "", which means the Veda that confers (long life). In this context, the term "Veda" refers to the performance of one’s duty in accordance with the Vedic injunctions. Falling sick and going to a doctor for cure is natural for the human condition. However, it is better not to fall sick than to try to get cured afterwards.