| Keyword | Dravya |
| Type | B.P./D.G. |
| Etymology/ Definition | यत्राश्रिताः कर्मगुणाः कारणं समवायि यत् तद् द्रव्यम्। च.सू.१/५१ |
| Reference | C.Su.1/51 |
| Literary Meaning | Substance, entity |
| Implied Meaning | A substance that has attributes and functions inseparably connected with it is called Dravya . |
| Elaboration | The Dravya are basically classified as Kaaran`a Dravya ( the causal entities ), and Kaarya Dravya ( the resultant entities or effects ). The nine Kaaran`a Dravya are – Prithvee , Aapa , Teja , Vaayu , Aakaas`ha , Kaala , Dig , Atman , and Maanas . Kaarya Dravya are those, which are a result of the interaction of the nine causative substances. Kaarya Dravya are further classified according to their effect and utility for the human body. |
| Contemporary Colloquial | Substance, Entity, |
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