Siddha system
Bogar 7000 , also known as the Saptakandam , is a monumental 7,000-verse Tamil text by the legendary Siddhar Bhogar. It serves as a comprehensive "encyclopedia" of the , bridging the gap between rigorous scientific alchemy and profound spiritual realization. The Core of the Work
- Creating the famous Palani Murugan idol (a Navabashana idol made from nine poisonous herbs).
- Developing advanced metallurgical techniques.
- Documenting over 6,000 herbal concoctions.
- Achieving kaya kalpa (physical immortality).
Contemporary researchers often look to Bogar 7000 for potential cures for diseases like cancer and HIV/AIDS. The text's sophisticated approach to mercury processing (making it non-toxic and therapeutic) is a subject of ongoing pharmacological interest.
Before diving into the text, one must understand the author. Bogar (also known as Bhogar or Boganathar) is a revered Siddhar who lived around the 3rd century BCE, though some traditions date him back 10,000 years. Legend states that Bogar was a Chinese or Tibetan alchemist who traveled to India to learn from the sage Kalangi. He later journeyed to South India, where he composed the Bogar 7000 .
Bogar discusses the nature of the universe, the concept of God, and the relationship between the microcosm (man) and the macrocosm (universe). It emphasizes Jnana (wisdom) as the ultimate goal of human existence.