| Keyword | Garbha Bhaava |
| Type | S.B. |
| Reference | C.Sha.3/1 |
| Literary Meaning | These are the factors contributing to fertilisation and development of foetus. |
| Implied Meaning | After conception ( S`hukra S`hon`ita Sanyoga ) various factors help in the growth of foetus in various aspects. These factors are Garbhakara Bhaava. |
| Elaboration | The foetus is a result of six factors concurrently present in a uterus that is conducive to fertilisation. These are collectively known as Garbhakara Bhaava. Each contributes in a certain way to the development of the foetus as stated below: 1. Maatrija – Skin, blood, adipose tissue etc. 2. Pitrija – Hair, nails, teeth etc. 3. Aatmaja – Mana ( mind ), Indriya , Sukha – Duhkha etc. 4. Saatmyaja – Health, good complexion and voice etc. 5. Rasaja – Enthusiasm, nourishment, fulfilment 6. Sattvaja – Cleanliness, hate, memory etc. |
| Synonyms | Garbhaarambhaka Bhaava |
| Contemporary Colloquial | Factors contributing to or facilitating conception |
| Antonym | Garbhopaghaatakara Bhaava |
Last updated on March 12th, 2021 at 05:59 am