Agasthiyar, a Siddhar mentioned in the Vedas, is believed to have received divine inspiration from the Supreme Brahman, resulting in many of the mantras found in the Rig Veda. He is also known as the author of the Agasthiyar Samhita and is considered to be one of the greatest of the Seven Sages or Saptarshis. Some variations of his name are Agasti and Agathiyar, and it is also a name associated with Shiva. According to legend, he was born in Urvashi, where Mitra and Varuna, two Gods, had taken refuge. In Hindu mythology, Agasthiyar is connected to the Canopus star, which is referred to as the “cleanser of waters” due to its correlation with calming the Indian Ocean. When facing difficulties defeating the powerful Asura clan Kalakeyas, who had sought refuge in the Cosmic Ocean, Sage Agasthiyar came to their aid by containing all of its water within himself until they were defeated. Among many accomplishments, his book includes remedies for various ailments such as fever, cancer, impotence, abdominal issues, brain and eye problems, as well as bone conditions. These medicines are said to.