In the beginning, the Lord, source of all auspiciousness, created the four Vedas—Rig, Yajur, Sama, and Atharva. Prajapati beheld these sacred texts, and then, the Lord fashioned a fifth Veda, bestowing it upon Bhaskara. Bhaskara, in turn, imparted Ayurveda, his own compilation, to his disciples. The names of these learned disciples and the treatises they composed became well known. Among them were Dhanvantari, the servant of heaven and King of Kashi; the sons of Ashvini; Jabala, Jajali, Paila, Karatha, and Agastya. Their works enriched the science of healing. One treatise, ‘The True Science of Therapy,’ brought delight to seekers. Divodasa authored ‘The Mirror of Therapy.’ The Ashvini twins composed ‘The Essence of Therapy,’ renowned for removing fatigue. Sahadeva created ‘The Crusher of the Ocean of Diseases,’ while the venerable sage Cyavana wrote ‘The Bestower of Life.’ The son of Chandra contributed ‘The Essence of All,’ and Jabala composed ‘The Essence of Treatises.’ Paila compiled ‘Diagnosis,’ and Karatha produced the supreme treatise, ‘The Support of All.’ Altogether, these sixteen treatises became the seeds of the science of therapy. By churning the ocean of Ayurveda with the mantra of knowledge, the divine Bhaskara Samhita was composed, drawing from these works in order. Through this, the true understanding of disease and the mastery of pain were revealed. One who knows Ayurveda and applies therapies accurately is considered a true knower. The origin of all diseases is fever, dreadful and difficult to restrain. Fever is depicted as terrible—three-footed, three-headed, six-armed, with nine eyes. Its origin lies in low digestive fire, which itself has three causes: wind-born, bile-born, and phlegm-born. From these arise various diseases—Pandu, Kamala, Kushtha, Shotha, Plīha, and Shulaka; urinary disorders, abdominal tumors, and diseases from blood impurities; Bhramari, tridoshic disorders, and the severe Vishuchi. These maladies are called the daughters of Death, and old age is their maiden. Yet, these afflictions do not approach one who knows the proper means and is self-controlled. Practices such as washing the eyes, exercise, and oil massage of the feet are recommended. In spring, walking about and limiting exposure to fire is advised. In summer, bathing in cool water from a pit and using sandalwood paste, while avoiding wind exposure, keeps old age at bay. During the rainy season, bathing in warm water and avoiding dense water is wise. In autumn, harshness should be avoided, and wandering is discouraged. In winter, bathing in a pit and making use of fire is beneficial. During the cold season, sun and fire are used, and freshly warm food is consumed. One eats fresh meat, new rice, and the milk of a young woman. Good food is eaten at the time of hunger, and water drunk when thirsty. Curd, clarified butter, fresh butter, and jaggery are enjoyed. However, dried meat, the company of an old woman, the young sun, and curd that is not fresh should be avoided. Those who consume curd at night, as well as prostitutes and menstruating women, are cautioned against. Thus, the wisdom of Ayurveda, rooted in these teachings and practices, guides one toward health and longevity, shielding against the daughters of Death and the maiden of old age.