Padartha Vijnana -

The term literally means "the meaning of a word" ( pada + artha ). In this context, it refers to any object or entity that exists, can be named, and can be experienced. Ayurveda adopts the categorization of the universe into six (and later seven) essential "Padarthas" to explain existence:

: The dynamic activity or biological functions performed by a substance. Padartha Vijnana

: The inseparable relationship between a substance and its properties or actions. The term literally means "the meaning of a

: The principle of similarity, where like increases like. : The inseparable relationship between a substance and

Book Description * About the Author. Dr. Manisha Dunghav has completed her B. A. M. S. from Mumbai University and M.D. from K.G.M. Occult-N-Things Padartha Vijnana- Basic Principles of Ayurveda

: The physical basis or substrate in which properties and actions reside.