| Keyword | Sara |
| Type | D.G. |
| Etymology/ Definition | सरो अनुलोमनः प्रोक्तः । सु.सू.४६।५२२ |
| Reference | A.H.Su.1/18, A.H.Su.1/11Arundatta, S.Su.46/522 |
| Literary Meaning | M / W – Purgative, laxative, going, moving, motion |
| Implied Meaning | This attribute spreads along its channels because of its fluidity. Pitta Dosha possesses this attribute. |
| Elaboration | This attribute has the capacity of Preran`a . The spreading activity and capacity to initiate movement of Jala Mahaabhoota are due to Sara attribute. Its counterpart is the Chala attribute of Vaata . Dravya having this attribute provide momentum to Pitta , Kapha and Mala ( waste products ). In Atisaara ( diarrhoea ) this Sara attribute of Pitta in combination with enhanced Drava attribute, cause liquefaction of faeces and watery loose motions. |
| Synonyms | Anulomana |
| Antonym | Sthira |
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