Vijnana | Padartha

: The principle of difference, used to decrease opposing qualities.

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

: Added later to describe the absence of a substance or quality. Practical Application in Ayurveda Hand Book of Padartha Vijnana (Essence of Verses) Padartha Vijnana

is the foundational "science of substances" in Ayurveda, serving as the bridge between abstract Indian philosophy (Darshana) and practical medical application. It provides the theoretical framework for understanding the universe, the human body, and how they interact to maintain health or cause disease. The Core Concept of "Padartha"

: The dynamic activity or biological functions performed by a substance. : The principle of difference, used to decrease

: The principle of similarity, where like increases like.

: The inherent qualities of a substance, such as heavy, cold, or sharp, which influence its therapeutic action. Manisha Dunghav has completed her B

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: