Parad Asht sanskar

 Parad Asht Sanskar (पारद अष्ट संस्कार) refers to the eight purification processes of Parad (Mercury) in traditional Hindu alchemy (Rasashastra). These processes are believed to remove impurities from raw mercury, making it spiritually and medicinally potent. The Asht Sanskar is described in ancient Ayurvedic texts like Ras Ratna Samuchchaya and Rasa Tarangini.

The Eight Purification Steps of Parad (Mercury)

  1. Swedana (Sweating Process)

    • Mercury is mixed with herbal decoctions and subjected to heat to remove impurities.

  2. Mardana (Grinding & Trituration)

    • Mercury is ground with herbal juices, sulfur, and other substances to refine it.

  3. Murchana (Unconsciousness Process)

    • Mercury is treated with various herbs to enhance its potency and remove toxicity.

  4. Utthapana (Revival Process)

    • The mercury is subjected to specific treatments to make it stable and more effective.

  5. Patana (Sublimation Process)

    • Mercury is heated in a specific manner to separate impurities and volatile substances.

  6. Rodhna (Binding Process)

    • Mercury is treated with plant extracts to make it solidify or amalgamate with other substances.

  7. Niyamana (Control Process)

    • This step ensures that mercury does not escape or vaporize under heat.

  8. Dipana (Enhancement Process)

    • The final process involves adding herbs and minerals to enhance mercury’s spiritual and medicinal properties.

Significance of Parad Asht Sanskar

  • Spiritual: It is believed that purified Parad is associated with Lord Shiva and is used in making Parad Shivling for worship.
  • Medicinal: Ayurvedic texts describe its use in Rasayana (rejuvenation therapy) and treating various ailments.
  • Alchemical: In Rasashastra, it is considered the king of metals and is used to create powerful medicines.

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