Abstract

ANALYSIS OF SHUKRA IN CONTEXT OF SHARIRA RACHANA

Dr. Anil Kumar Joshi* and Dr. Saurabh Jain

Abstract

Sharira Rachana is not defined as separate subject so its description is found hither and thither in scattered form. Out of triad of Samhita, most of concepts of Sharira are found in the Sushruta Samhita. The proper understanding of terminology is vital for a systematic knowledge of any structure especially in context of Sharira Rachana. Whole Sphere of Sharira Rachana can be obtained only after getting the view of bird‟s eye and this requires study in definitive manner. In the subject of Sharira Rachana many contexts are being indistinguishable and not easy to understand at one time reading. Only improper understanding of meaning of terms is the main reason behind this. To illustration of hidden meaning behind concepts is obtained only after the analysis of term. This type of arrangement provides a complete methodology for getting knowledge based on the basic structure of Sharira. The aim of present article is to compiled, critically analyze the terminology related to Shukra i.e. Veerya and Retas and elaborate the fundamental concepts behind those terminologies in various classics of Ayurveda. Presence of Shukra since childhood, concept of Shukra, character of Shukra and difference between Shukra Beeja and Shukra Dhatu are mentioned as reviewed literature. This article can be helpful to understand the various terminologies related to the Shukra.

Keywords: terminology, Shukra, Retas, Veerya, Beeja, Sharir Rachana.