| Keyword | Snehapaaka |
| Type | R.B. |
| Etymology/ Definition | स्नेहपाकः त्रिविधाः ,तद्यथा- मृदुः मध्यमः खरः इति । सु.चि.३१/११ |
| Reference | S.Chi.31/11, A.H.K.6/17 |
| Literary Meaning | Processing of oils |
| Implied Meaning | Snehapaaka is a specific stage in preparation of unctuous substances like sesame oil or cow ghee, which is of three types viz. Mridupaaka ( mildly processed ), Madhyapaaka ( medium processed ), Kharapaaka ( scorched, burnt ) |
| Elaboration | Such processed oil is indicated in specific areas. As per Sus`hruta mild Sneha should be used in drinks and food as internal medication, medium Sneha for Nasya ( nasal administration ) and for massage, scorched Sneha should be used for enema and ear filling ( Karn`apooran`a ). Characteristics of each type: Mild Sneha – The drug ( paste ) can be rolled with difficulty Medium Sneha – The drug is like bee – wax, non – slimy and non – sticky, can be rolled easily Scorched Sneha – If the drug is black, then Sneha becomes slightly parched, non – slimy and granular, it cannot be rolled together. |
| Contemporary Colloquial | Medicated oil, ghee |
| Antonym | Aama tail |
Last updated on June 17th, 2021 at 07:09 am