| Keyword | Ichchhaa |
| Type | B.P. |
| Etymology/ Definition | सुखहेतुरभिलाषा । सु. शा. १/१७ डल्हण |
| Reference | S.Sha.1/17 D`alhan`a |
| Literary Meaning | M / W – wish , desire |
| Implied Meaning | It is one of the attributes of Aatman . |
| Elaboration | According to Ayurveda Ichchhaa ( desire ) is an indicator of presence of Aatman in body. The Aatman expresses various desires ( Ichchhaa ) through mind, which makes judicious use of the sense organs and the body to gratify them. These desires are affected by the state of Dosha , Dhaatu or Mala in the body. |
| Synonyms | Kaankshaa |
| Antonym | Dvesha |
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