SHIVAMBU
- Madhukar Dama
- 10 hours ago
- 8 min read
Shivambu means urine, specifically one’s own urine, in Sanskrit.
It comes from two words:
Shiva (symbol of pure, sacred energy)
Ambu (water)
So literally, Shivambu = Shiva’s Water or Sacred Water.
In ancient Indian tradition, Shivambu is considered a divine nectar produced by the body — not a waste.
It is described in ancient texts like the Damar Tantra, a dialogue between Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
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What Shivambu means practically:
Self-urine therapy: Using your own fresh urine (internally or externally) for healing.
Drinking, massaging, eye drops, enemas — many methods are described.
It is seen as a way to recycle the finest filtrates your body produces and accelerate healing, purification, and spiritual growth.
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MAIN BELIEFS BEHIND SHIVAMBU:
In the tradition of Shivambu, there are several deep and ancient beliefs that form its foundation:
1. The Body Produces Shivambu Naturally:
It is believed that the body has the innate intelligence to produce urine not merely as a waste, but as a refined, filtered essence. Just as plants reabsorb fallen leaves to nourish themselves, the human body can reabsorb its finest secretions through Shivambu to promote healing and vitality.
2. Healing and Rejuvenation:
Shivambu is thought to carry a wide range of vital substances — enzymes, hormones, minerals, and immune factors — which, when reintroduced into the body, can stimulate self-healing processes. It is seen as a natural medicine created precisely for the body that produced it.
3. Spiritual Elevation:
Practicing Shivambu is considered not only a physical therapy but a spiritual discipline. It is believed to foster humility, surrender, self-acceptance, and inner purification, leading to higher spiritual awareness and emotional balance.
4. Self-Sufficiency:
Shivambu represents a radical trust in the body's ability to provide for itself. It teaches that health is not dependent on external substances, hospitals, or pharmaceutical industries, but that everything needed for basic healing and maintenance is already within one's own system.
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Bodily Sovereignty and Shivambu are deeply connected.
Practicing Shivambu means you trust your own body over external authorities like pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, or societal norms.
It’s a radical reclaiming of your body's power.
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Short ancient quote from Damar Tantra:
"That which is always with thee, produced in thy own body, and which is even accessible to the poor — that elixir is thy own water, known as Shivambu."
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HISTORICAL AND SPIRITUAL FIGURES
1. Lord Shiva (mythologically described as the first teacher of Shivambu in Damar Tantra).
2. Goddess Parvati (learner of Shivambu practice through Shiva in the Damar Tantra).
3. Nagarjuna (ancient Indian alchemist and physician, hinted at urine therapies in his Rasayana works).
4. Siddha Bhogar (Tamil Siddhar, mentioned urine therapy for rejuvenation).
5. Sage Vasishtha (Rigveda hints at 'urine as soma' — some interpretations connect it to Vasishtha's practices).
(Ancient records are mixed with mythology, but these names are consistently found in Shivambu traditions.)
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MODERN PROPONENTS AND PRACTITIONERS
6. Moraji Desai (Former Prime Minister of India, 1977–79)
Openly drank his urine daily.
Advocated it publicly in interviews (including an American TV interview).
Believed it kept him youthful and healthy into his 90s.
7. John W. Armstrong (British naturopath, 1887–1967)
Wrote "The Water of Life: A Treatise on Urine Therapy" (1944).
Cured himself and many others with strict urine fasting.
8. Dr. Beatrice Bartnett (American physician)
Authored "Urine Therapy: It Might Save Your Life".
Practiced it herself and recommended it to patients.
9. Coen van der Kroon (Dutch scholar)
Wrote "The Golden Fountain: The Complete Guide to Urine Therapy".
Practiced and documented urine therapy stories globally.
10. Dr. G.K. Thakkar (India)
Wrote books and organized conferences on Shivambu Kalpa.
Practiced and promoted it for decades.
11. Dr. Madan Kataria (India, founder of Laughter Yoga)
Admitted practicing urine therapy in his early healing journey.
12. Martha Christy (USA)
Wrote "Your Own Perfect Medicine", a widely-read book on urine therapy.
Used it to recover from life-threatening illnesses.
13. Dr. S.K. Sharma (India, Ayurveda practitioner)
Advocated and researched the benefits of Shivambu in healing chronic diseases.
14. Shri Rajiv Dixit (Indian health activist)
Spoke about Shivambu in his lectures promoting ancient Indian health practices.
15. Arthur Lincoln Pauls (Canadian osteopath and natural therapist)
Used urine therapy for self-healing and spiritual purification.
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POPULAR CASES (SURVIVAL OR SPIRITUAL)
16. Survivors stranded at sea or in deserts (various cases)
Documented instances where drinking urine saved lives when no water was available.
(Example: Captain James Riley's 1815 shipwreck account.)
17. Tibetian monks (not individual names, but groups)
Used their own urine for survival and inner cleansing during long retreats.
18. Yogis and ascetics in India
Many sadhus practice "Amaroli" (urine therapy) as a daily sadhana.
(Examples from Rishikesh, Varanasi, and remote Himalayan regions.)
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LESSER-KNOWN OR ANONYMOUS CASES
19. Cancer patients in India and Japan
Many testimonials (especially from the 1970s–90s) exist, where urine therapy was part of alternative healing.
20. Common villagers in India (especially in drought-prone areas)
Traditionally used urine for wound healing, infections, skin conditions.
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NOTES
John Armstrong is considered the modern Western father of urine therapy.
Morarji Desai remains the most famous Indian political figure connected with Shivambu.
Many alternative healers, sadhus, and tribal communities have practiced Shivambu for centuries but remain unnamed in history because they lived outside the formal documentation world.
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SUMMARY QUOTE:
> "The purest medicine lies within the body itself. To reclaim it is to reclaim one’s original sovereignty."
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1. TRADITIONAL METHODS OF SHIVAMBU
Ancient texts like the Damar Tantra and oral traditions in Indian healing practices describe several precise methods of Shivambu application:
A. Morning Urine
First urine of the morning is considered the most potent.
It contains concentrated nutrients, hormones, enzymes, and minimal external contamination.
Practitioners believe it carries the freshest healing properties because it reflects the body's overnight filtering and repair processes.
B. Midstream Collection
Traditionally, the middle part of the urine stream is collected, not the beginning or end.
The initial flow may contain toxins from the urinary tract lining; the end stream may have heavier waste products.
The midstream is believed to be cleaner, balanced, and therapeutically rich.
C. Aged Urine (Shivambu Shastra calls it "Kalka")
In some traditions, urine is stored for days or even weeks in a closed, clean vessel.
Aged urine undergoes fermentation and enzymatic changes, which supposedly increase its healing power for external applications (like skin diseases, wounds, fungal infections).
It develops a strong ammonia smell, but is revered in certain detox therapies.
D. Fresh Urine Applications
Drinking (small quantities, sips, fasting).
Massaging on skin and scalp (believed to nourish skin and activate lymphatic flow).
Eye drops for infections and cataracts (extremely diluted fresh midstream).
Enemas (for chronic constipation or intestinal issues).
Gargling for oral health.
E. Fasting on Urine and Water Alone
Some radical therapies involve multi-day fasting, drinking only water and one's own urine, to promote full cellular detox and deep healing (popularized by John W. Armstrong).
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2. SCIENTIFIC FINDINGS ON URINE THERAPY
While mainstream science has mostly dismissed urine therapy (due to prejudice and pharmaceutical interests), several important findings exist:
A. Composition of Urine
Urine is 95% water and 5% diverse substances, including:
Vitamins (especially Vitamin C and B-complex fragments)
Hormones (like melatonin, oxytocin traces)
Enzymes
Minerals (magnesium, calcium, potassium)
Antibodies (such as anti-cancer agents like urokinase)
Stem cell fragments (studied in regenerative medicine)
B. Urokinase Discovery
Urokinase, an enzyme extracted from urine, is used in modern medicine as a powerful blood clot dissolver (thrombolytic therapy).
Irony: while mocking urine therapy, modern hospitals extract medicines from urine and sell them at high costs.
C. Stem Cells in Urine
Recent studies (especially from Chinese and American labs) have isolated stem cells from urine that have regenerative potential.
These stem cells have been used experimentally to grow bladders, neurons, and muscle tissues.
D. Immunotherapy Roots
Oral immunization research (using minute doses of pathogens or body fluids) mirrors the principles of Shivambu — reintroducing body materials to retrain and boost the immune system.
E. Anecdotal Clinical Reports
Reports from natural healers and even some underground research centers in Japan, Germany, and India show benefits in:
Chronic skin conditions
Autoimmune diseases
Digestive disorders
Fatigue syndromes
> Note: No major pharmaceutical company has funded large clinical trials for Shivambu — mainly because urine therapy is free, and unpatentable, threatening profit structures.
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3. HEALING EXPERIENCES (TRUE CASE EXAMPLES)
Here are some real-world healing examples — a few famous, many quietly lived:
A. Morarji Desai (India)
Former Indian Prime Minister.
Drank his morning urine daily.
Credited it for his exceptional health and mental clarity into his late 90s.
Publicly advocated Shivambu on international media platforms.
B. John W. Armstrong (England)
As a young man, Armstrong cured himself of tuberculosis using a strict urine fast.
He then treated thousands of patients — from gangrene, asthma, cancer, arthritis, and more — using Shivambu therapy.
C. Tribal India (Rajasthan and Gujarat)
During severe droughts, villagers traditionally drank their own urine when no water was available, maintaining basic hydration and survival.
Among tribes, skin ailments and snake bites were often treated with urine compresses.
D. Japanese Cancer Survivors
Underground urine therapy clinics in Japan reported cases of cancer remission linked to complete dietary shifts + Shivambu therapy.
Many patients claimed increased energy, pain reduction, and tumor shrinkage.
E. Farmers of Rural Karnataka (India)
Some old farmers traditionally massaged fresh cow urine and their own urine into cracked feet and wound infections, leading to natural healing without pharmaceutical ointments.
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QUICK SUMMARY
> Shivambu is not superstition.
It is ancient biological recycling.
It is not waste — it is distilled life.
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RESOURCES FOR BEGINNERS IN SHIVAMBU PRACTICE
1. Ancient Texts
Damar Tantra
The original Indian scripture where Lord Shiva explains Shivambu Kalpa (urine therapy) to Goddess Parvati.
English translations available (free PDFs online).
Best for understanding philosophy, spiritual context, and ancient methods.
Siddha Medicine Texts (Tamil Tradition)
Some Siddha manuscripts describe urine therapy for rejuvenation and spiritual awakening.
Resources are harder to find but exist in Tamil Nadu traditional healing circles.
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2. Books by Modern Practitioners
"The Water of Life" by John W. Armstrong
A classic. Clear guidance, real healing stories, step-by-step methods.
Especially focuses on fasting + Shivambu for chronic diseases.
"Your Own Perfect Medicine" by Martha Christy
Accessible language.
Covers scientific studies, case histories, practical applications for everyday health problems.
"Shivambu Gita" by Dr. G.K. Thakkar (India)
Modern interpretation of Damar Tantra in easy Hindi and English.
Practical guide for Indians interested in traditional methods.
"The Golden Fountain" by Coen van der Kroon
European perspective.
Balanced between spirituality, practical science, and emotional blockages about urine.
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3. Practical Guidelines
Shivambu Kalpa Practice Guidelines (free PDFs)
Available through Shivambu organizations in India.
Simple handbooks explaining midstream collection, storage, dosage, methods (drinking, massage, eye drops).
Workshops (small, local)
Some natural healing centers in India (especially Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka) offer weekend Shivambu workshops.
Usually led by naturopaths or old practitioners, not big commercial names.
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4. Communities and Support Groups
Facebook Groups: "Urine Therapy - The Water of Life"
International community sharing experiences, answering questions.
Good for beginners who feel shy or unsure.
Telegram Channels (search: "Shivambu Healing India")
Private channels where experienced practitioners share guidance, tips, and moral support.
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5. Scientific Papers and Alternative Health Resources
Research on Urokinase (PubMed)
Learn how urine contains life-saving enzymes used by modern medicine.
Chinese research on urine-derived stem cells
Shows regenerative potential hidden in urine (search for “urine stem cells regenerative medicine” on Google Scholar).
Articles on Natural Self-Healing
Exploring how bodily recycling systems work (like saliva, tears, lymph — and urine).
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6. Important Mindset Preparations
Mental Detox:
Understand that modern society teaches shame about the body's natural outputs.
Shivambu practice requires respect, humility, trust in natural processes, and patience.
Spiritual Approach:
See it as reverence for your body’s wisdom, not merely a quick remedy.
Gratitude, not disgust, is the true doorway into healing through Shivambu.
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FINAL WARNING
> Start gently.
Listen to your body carefully.
Do not force large doses immediately.
Always follow midstream collection, clean vessels, basic hygiene, and gradual introduction.
Avoid if you are taking strong chemical medicines (some residues pass into urine).
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