Abstract
Almost in all Ayurvedic classics, the organ Grahani is described as an organ of digestion. These descriptions of various Acharyas are based on different criterions. Some Acharyas defined Grahani considering its functional aspects, while few others considered anatomical peculiarities. According to Acharya Charaka, Grahani is the seat (Adhisthana) of Agni and is located above Nabhi (umbilical region). It is supported and nourished by the strength of Agni. Normally, it receives the ingested food, which is retained by it by restraining the downward movement (Grahanati). After digestion it releases the food through sides of lumen to next Ashaya i.e., Pakwashaya. According to Acharya Susruta, the sixth Kala described as Pitta Dhara Kala is situated between Amashaya and Pakwashaya, and it is stated to be Grahani. In Astanga Hridaya, it is quoted that Grahani is the organ of Mahasrotasa, which is a seat of Agni (i.e., Pachaka Pitta) and it receives and retains food.
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