Jivaka Komarabhacca
| Jivaka Komarabhacca | |
|---|---|
| Personal details | |
| Born | Rajagriha, Magadh |
| Died | Rajagriha, Magadh |
| Nationality | Magadh |
| Profession | Doctor |
Jivaka, also titled Jivaka Komarabhacca (Jīvaka Komārabhacca), was a physician in Ancient India and a major lay follower of Gautama Buddha. He lived in the Magadha capital of Rajagaha in the time of King Bimbisara (and later Ajatashatru).[1] He was trained in Ayurveda medicine, Jivaka was also well versed in Asana and meditation practice. Believed to have been inspired by the teachings of the Buddha.
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