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Thirumulpad studied [[Sanskrit]], Tharkam (Indian [[philosophy]]), ''[[Jyothisham]]'' (Indian [[astrology]]) and ''Vyakarana'' ([[grammar]]) under various teachers. Later he studied Ayurveda under Shri. P. Vasudevan Nambisan and passed the graduation exam called ''Vaidyabhooshanam''. From a very young age he was attracted by [[Gandhi]]an thought and living and started using and propagating ''[[Khadi]]'' (the hand-woven cotton fabric which once symbolised Indian nationalism).
Thirumulpad studied [[Sanskrit]], Tharkam (Indian philosophy), ''[[Jyothisham]]'' (Indian astrology) and ''Vyakarana'' (grammar) under various teachers. Later he studied Ayurveda under P. Vasudevan Nambisan and passed the graduation exam called ''Vaidyabhooshanam''. From a young age he was attracted by [[Gandhi]]an thought and living and began using and propagating ''[[Khadi]]'' (the hand-woven cotton fabric which once symbolised Indian nationalism).


Raghavan Thirumulpad was very much influenced by [[John Ruskin|Ruskin]]'s essay, [[Unto This Last]], and tried to implement its ethos in his day-to-day practice of medicine. This was a shift in the trend of ayurvedic practice that prevailed all over India in that time. He gave more stress to life-style modifications in his treatment and the least importance was given to medicine. Maximum stress was laid on the importance of physical exercise in the prevention of diseases. He promoted a style highlighting wholesome food, sound sleep, moderated sex and optimal exercise as the four pillars on which a healthy life is built. Thirumulpad taught a number of young ayurvedic graduates to practise ayurveda in a more logical scientific but simple style.  He resided during his lifetime at [[Chalakudy]].
Raghavan Thirumulpad was influenced by [[John Ruskin|Ruskin]]'s essay, [[Unto This Last]], and tried to implement its ethos in his day-to-day practice of medicine. This was a shift in the trend of ayurvedic practice that prevailed all over India in that time. He gave more stress to life-style modifications in his treatment and the least importance was given to medicine. Maximum stress was laid on the importance of physical exercise in the prevention of diseases. He promoted a style highlighting wholesome food, sound sleep, moderated sex and optimal exercise. Thirumulpad taught a number of young ayurvedic graduates to practise ayurveda in a more logical scientific but simple style.  He resided at [[Chalakudy]].


V.K.R.T. Foundation, consisting of his students, celebrated his 90th birthday on 23 May 2010, at Chalakudy as "Navathi Pranamam". Many important personalities, including Dr. Rajan Gurukkal, V.C., M.G. University, Dr. K.G. Poulose, V.C. Kerala Kalamandalam, Dr. C. Ratnakaran, Pro. V.C. Kerala University of Health, participated. The release of nine of his books was the highlight of the occasion.
V.K.R.T. Foundation, consisting of his students, celebrated his 90th birthday on 23 May 2010, at Chalakudy as "Navathi Pranamam", nine of his books were released.


On 25 January 2011, the Ayurveda Acharyan was awarded [[Padma Bhushan]] posthumously, two months after his death.<ref>{{cite news
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Chalakudy Municipality commemorated the second year of his demise with a meeting at the Merchants Association hall, Chalakudy, Kerala, India on 21 November 2012. A special award was given to Dr. M. Prasad, for his selfless contributions for propagating the ideologies of K. Raghavan Thirumulpad.
Chalakudy Municipality commemorated the second anniversary of his death with a meeting at the Merchants Association hall, Chalakudy, Kerala, India on 21 November 2012. A special award was given to Dr. M. Prasad, for his contributions for propagating the ideologies of K. Raghavan Thirumulpad.


==Personal life==
==Personal life==
[[File:Raghavan Thirumulpad 2019 stamp of India.jpg |thumb|upright=1.2|Raghavan Thirumulpad on a 2019 stamp of India]]
[[File:Raghavan Thirumulpad 2019 stamp of India.jpg |thumb|upright=1.2|Raghavan Thirumulpad on a 2019 stamp of India]]
Sri. Thirumulpad was married to Visalakshi Thampuratty, and has four sons Dr. Murali, Mukundan, Murari, Ravivarma and a daughter Dr. Muthulakshmy<ref>{{cite news| url=http://www.hindu.com/2009/04/19/stories/2009041954720500.htm | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090422154508/http://www.hindu.com/2009/04/19/stories/2009041954720500.htm | url-status=dead | archive-date=22 April 2009 | location=Chennai, India | work=[[The Hindu]] | title=Sahitya Akademi awards announced | date=19 April 2009}}</ref> is a Sanskrit Professor, writer and Head Of the Department of Vedanta at Sree Sankara University of Sanskrit, Kalady and is a recipient of Kerala Sahitya Academy Award for translation for 2008. His wife predeceased him in January 2009.
Sri. Thirumulpad was married to Visalakshi Thampuratty, and has four sons Dr. Murali, Mukundan, Murari, Ravivarma and a daughter Dr. Muthulakshmy<ref>{{cite news| url=http://www.hindu.com/2009/04/19/stories/2009041954720500.htm | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090422154508/http://www.hindu.com/2009/04/19/stories/2009041954720500.htm | url-status=dead | archive-date=22 April 2009 | location=Chennai, India | work=[[The Hindu]] | title=Sahitya Akademi awards announced | date=19 April 2009}}</ref> is a Sanskrit Professor, writer and Head Of the Department of Vedanta at Sree Sankara University of Sanskrit, Kalady and is a recipient of Kerala Sahitya Academy Award for translation for 2008. His wife predeceased him in January 2009.{{Citation needed|date= April 2022}}


== References ==
== References ==

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Raghavan Thirumulpad
Raghavan Thirumulpad in 2007
Born20 May 1920
Died21 November 2010(2010-11-21) (aged 90)
Chalakudy, India
OccupationAyurvedic scholar
Spouse(s)Visalakshi Thamburatty

Vaidyabhooshanam K. Raghavan Thirumulpad (20 May 1920 – 21 November 2010) was an Ayurvedic scholar and practitioner.[1]

Thirumulpad studied Sanskrit, Tharkam (Indian philosophy), Jyothisham (Indian astrology) and Vyakarana (grammar) under various teachers. Later he studied Ayurveda under P. Vasudevan Nambisan and passed the graduation exam called Vaidyabhooshanam. From a young age he was attracted by Gandhian thought and living and began using and propagating Khadi (the hand-woven cotton fabric which once symbolised Indian nationalism).

Raghavan Thirumulpad was influenced by Ruskin's essay, Unto This Last, and tried to implement its ethos in his day-to-day practice of medicine. This was a shift in the trend of ayurvedic practice that prevailed all over India in that time. He gave more stress to life-style modifications in his treatment and the least importance was given to medicine. Maximum stress was laid on the importance of physical exercise in the prevention of diseases. He promoted a style highlighting wholesome food, sound sleep, moderated sex and optimal exercise. Thirumulpad taught a number of young ayurvedic graduates to practise ayurveda in a more logical scientific but simple style. He resided at Chalakudy.

V.K.R.T. Foundation, consisting of his students, celebrated his 90th birthday on 23 May 2010, at Chalakudy as "Navathi Pranamam", nine of his books were released.

On 25 January 2011, the Ayurveda Acharyan was posthumously awarded Padma Bhushan, two months after his death.[2][3]

Chalakudy Municipality commemorated the second anniversary of his death with a meeting at the Merchants Association hall, Chalakudy, Kerala, India on 21 November 2012. A special award was given to Dr. M. Prasad, for his contributions for propagating the ideologies of K. Raghavan Thirumulpad.

Personal life

Raghavan Thirumulpad on a 2019 stamp of India

Sri. Thirumulpad was married to Visalakshi Thampuratty, and has four sons Dr. Murali, Mukundan, Murari, Ravivarma and a daughter Dr. Muthulakshmy[4] is a Sanskrit Professor, writer and Head Of the Department of Vedanta at Sree Sankara University of Sanskrit, Kalady and is a recipient of Kerala Sahitya Academy Award for translation for 2008. His wife predeceased him in January 2009.[citation needed]

References

  1. "Ayurvedic exponent Raghavan Thirumulpad dies in Kerala". Deccan Herald. 21 November 2010. Retrieved 21 October 2018.
  2. "Padma Bhushan". The Hindu. Chennai, India. 26 January 2011. Archived from the original on 30 January 2011. Retrieved 26 January 2011.
  3. "Medicine Padma winners". New Kerala. Retrieved 26 January 2011.
  4. "Sahitya Akademi awards announced". The Hindu. Chennai, India. 19 April 2009. Archived from the original on 22 April 2009.