title: [Origin of gestation theory in Tibetan medicine].
abstract: Generally, it is claimed that gestation theory was originated locally in Tibet, with only a single origin. This author proves that there are two sources, both derived from India. One is a combination of gestation theory from rGyud-bzhi, i.e. Astangahrdayasamhita, and the Great Ratnakuta, and the other, from Somaradza, also derived from the Great Ratnakuta. The dates of writing of modern edition of Somaradza and rGyud-bzhi are still uncertain yet. Based on the linguistic features, this author claims that Somaradza was written before the Tibetan version of Great Ratnakuta (9 century), while rGyud-bzhi, after the translation of Astangahrdayasamhita (10-11 century).
authors.forename: Q
authors.initials: Q
authors.lastname: Li
mesh_terms: D002016:Buddhism / Q000266:history*; D002681:China; D005260:Female; D049691:History, Medieval; D006801:Humans; D007194:India; D010686:Philosophy, Medical / Q000266:history*; D011247:Pregnancy; D012068:Religion and Medicine; D018609:Tibet