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	Prakrti (Samskrit : प्रकृतिः) refers to the the latent source and progenitor of all the material things in this world. In the context of Sharira (शरीरम्), Prakrti means the basic body type of an individual according to Ayurveda. This term is also used in the sense of personality. Prakrti is said to be the unique body constitution of each individual which is formed on the basis of specific dosha levels in the body right at the time of conception. Thus, it is also called as Deha-prakrti (देहप्रकृतिः) or Dosha-prakrti (दोषप्रकृतिः) and it remains unchanged throughout the life for that individual. Sushruta has also used the term Kaya Prakrti (कायप्रकृतिः) and Maha Prakrti (महाप्रकृतिः) in the same sense.		Prakrti (Samskrit : प्रकृतिः) refers to the the latent source and progenitor of all the material things in this world. In the context of Sharira (शरीरम्), Prakrti means the basic body type of an individual according to Ayurveda. This term is also used in the sense of personality. Prakrti is said to be the unique body constitution of each individual which is formed on the basis of specific dosha levels in the body right at the time of conception. Thus, it is also called as Deha-prakrti (देहप्रकृतिः) or Dosha-prakrti (दोषप्रकृतिः) and it remains unchanged throughout the life for that individual. Sushruta has also used the term Kaya Prakrti (कायप्रकृतिः) and Maha Prakrti (महाप्रकृतिः) in the same sense.
		+	If you wish to know more about your Prakrti, take the [http://ayurvedicprakriti.com/survey/home/ Guna-Dosha Survey here]

	== परिचयः ॥ Introduction ==		== परिचयः ॥ Introduction ==

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 # Koubera (कौबेरकाय)- मध्यस्थता सहिष्णुत्वमर्थस्यागमसञ्चयौ | महाप्रसवशक्तित्वं कौबेरं कायलक्षणम् ||८४||
 # Gandharva (गान्धर्वकाय)- गन्धमाल्यप्रियत्वं च नृत्यवादित्रकामिता | विहारशीलता चैव गान्धर्वं कायलक्षणम् ||८५||
-# Yamya (याम्यकाय)- प्राप्तकारी दृढोत्थानो निर्भयः स्मृतिमाञ्छुचिः | रागमोहमदद्वेषैर्वर्जितो याम्यसत्त्ववान् <sup>[३]</sup> ||८६||
+# Yamya (याम्यकाय)- प्राप्तकारी दृढोत्थानो निर्भयः स्मृतिमाञ्छुचिः | रागमोहसहायता्वेषैर्वर्जितो याम्यसत्त्ववान् <sup>[३]</sup> ||८६||
 # Rshi (ऋषीकाय)- जपव्रतब्रह्मचर्यहोमाध्ययनसेविनम् | ज्ञानविज्ञानसम्पन्नमृषिसत्त्वं नरं विदुः ||८७||

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 # Vanaspatya (वानस्पत्यकाय)- एकस्थानरतिर्नित्यमाहारे केवले रतः | वानस्पत्यो नरः सत्त्वधर्मकामार्थवर्जितः ||९७||
-== जात्यदिप्रकृतिः ॥ Jatyadi Prakrti ==
+== जात्यदिप्रकृती ॥ Jatyadi Prakrti ==
-Jatyadi Prakriti are not actually Prakriti these are the six factors which influences the Prakriti. Acharya Charaka described six types of jatyadi Prakriti in Indriyasthana. these are: 1. Jatiprasakta (racial peculiarities) 2. Kulaprasakta (familial predisposition) 3. Deshanupatini (demographic) 4. Kalanupatini (Seasonal effect) 5. Vayonupatini(natural changes according to age) 6. Pratyatmaniyata (personal habits & individuality, idiosyncrasy) In Ashtangasangraha, all these are described as factors influencing the formation of Prakriti
+Jatyadi Prakriti are not actually Prakriti these are the six factors which influence the Prakriti. Acharya Charaka described six types of jatyadi Prakriti in Indriyasthana. <ref>Charaka Samhita (Indriyasthanam Adhyaya 1 Sutram 5)</ref> External factors, age, habits and environmental factors are closely associated with the dosha levels in the sharira of an individual.  Alike effect of prakti forming dosha leveles, one's characteristics are also influenced by these factors to the great extent and thus these factors have been given importance. Ayurveda acharyas had very much recognized the peculiar characteristics of individuals belonging to particular race, particular region, lineage, age group etc. Hence few characteristics of an individuals which might not be coherent with the dosha prakrti of that person could be the result of Jatyadi prakrti as described in Charaka Samhita. In Ashtangasangraha, all these are described as factors influencing the formation of Prakriti.
 == प्रकृतिजनकहेतवः ॥ Factors responsible for genesis of Prakrti ==
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 Since prakriti is related to certain physical and mental tendencies that determine susceptibility to diseases, the ancient texts of Ayurveda also provide guidelines for maintaining lifestyles in accordance with one's prakriti for continued healthy living in a personalized manner.
-The Ayurvedic system of diagnosing Prakriti offers a unique approach in understanding and assessing one’s health. Prakriti has prime importance in both healthy and diseased persons. Prakriti pariksha is the component of Dashavidhapariksha. Determination of Prakriti not merely helps diagnosis and but also guide to adopt healthy life style for good health. It provides detailed instructions to adopt one’s food and behavior to suit one’s own Prakriti.
+The Ayurvedic system of diagnosing Prakriti offers a unique approach in understanding and assessing one’s health. Prakriti has prime importance in both healthy and diseased persons. Prakriti pariksha is the component of Dashavidhapariksha (दशविधपरीक्षा). Determination of Prakriti not merely helps diagnosis and but also guide to adopt healthy life style for good health. It provides detailed instructions to adopt one’s food and behavior to suit one’s own Prakriti.
 Prakrti determines the Bala (natural strength of body and mind) ,  Susceptibility to different diseases,  diagnosis, important for deciding the line of management, Drug Doses, Preventive measures and Prognostic importance.
 == References ==

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 === Sub-types of Sattvik Prakrti ===
-# Brhma
+# Brhma- शौचमास्तिक्यमभ्यासो वेदेषु गुरुपूजनम् | प्रियातिथित्वमिज्या च ब्रह्मकायस्य लक्षणम् ||८१|| (Sush. Samh. Shar. 4.81)
-# Mahendra
+# Mahendra - माहात्म्यं शौर्यमाज्ञा च सततं शास्त्रबुद्धिता | भृत्यानां भरणं चापि माहेन्द्रं कायलक्षणम् ||८२||
-# Varuna
+# Varuna - शीतसेवा सहिष्णुत्वं पैङ्गल्यं हरिकेशता | प्रियवादित्वमित्येतद्वारुणं <sup>[१]</sup> कायलक्षणम् ||८३||
-# Koubera
+# Koubera - मध्यस्थता सहिष्णुत्वमर्थस्यागमसञ्चयौ | महाप्रसवशक्तित्वं कौबेरं कायलक्षणम् ||८४||
-# Gandharva
+# Gandharva - गन्धमाल्यप्रियत्वं च नृत्यवादित्रकामिता | विहारशीलता चैव गान्धर्वं कायलक्षणम् ||८५||
-# Yamya
+# Yamya - प्राप्तकारी दृढोत्थानो निर्भयः <sup>[२]</sup> स्मृतिमाञ्छुचिः | रागमोहमदद्वेषैर्वर्जितो याम्यसत्त्ववान् <sup>[३]</sup> ||८६||
-# Rshi
+# Rshi - जपव्रतब्रह्मचर्यहोमाध्ययनसेविनम् | ज्ञानविज्ञानसम्पन्नमृषिसत्त्वं नरं विदुः ||८७||
 === Sub-types of Rajas Prakrti ===
-# Asura
+# Asura - ऐश्वर्यवन्तं रौद्रं च शूरं चण्डमसूयकम् ||८८|| एकाशिनं चौदरिकमासुरं सत्त्वमीदृशम् |
-# Sarpa
+# Sarpa - तीक्ष्णमायासिनं भीरुं चण्डं मायान्वितं तथा <sup>[१]</sup> ||८९|| विहाराचारचपलं सर्पसत्त्वं विदुर्नरम् |
-# Shakuna
+# Shakuna - प्रवृद्धकामसेवी <sup>[२]</sup> चाप्यजस्राहार एव च ||९०|| अमर्षणोऽनवस्थायी शाकुनं कायलक्षणम् |
-# Rakshasa
+# Rakshasa - एकान्तग्राहिता रौद्रमसूया <sup>[३]</sup> धर्मबाह्यता ||९१|| भृशमात्रं तमश्चापि <sup>[४]</sup> राक्षसं कायलक्षणम् |
-# Paishach
+# Paishach - उच्छिष्टाहारता तैक्ष्ण्यं <sup>[५]</sup> साहसप्रियता तथा ||९२|| स्त्रीलोलुपत्वं नैर्लज्ज्यं पैशाचं कायलक्षणम् |
-# Preta
+# Preta - असंविभागमलसं दुःखशीलमसूयकम् ||९३|| लोलुपं चाप्यदातारं प्रेतसत्त्वं विदुर्नरम् |
 === Sub-types of Tamas Prakrti ===
-# Pashava
+# Pashava- दुर्मेधस्त्वं मन्दता च स्वप्ने मैथुननित्यता | निराकरिष्णुता चैव विज्ञेयाः पाशवा गुणाः ||९५||
-# Matsya
+# Matsya- अनवस्थितता मौर्ख्यं भीरुत्वं सलिलार्थिता | परस्पराभिमर्दश्च मत्स्यसत्त्वस्य लक्षणम् ||९६||
-# Vanaspatya
+# Vanaspatya- एकस्थानरतिर्नित्यमाहारे केवले रतः | वानस्पत्यो नरः सत्त्वधर्मकामार्थवर्जितः ||९७||
 == Jatyadi Prakrti ==
 == Factors responsible for genesis of Prakrti ==
 == Significance of knowing one's Prakrti ==
 Since prakriti is related to certain physical and mental tendencies that determine susceptibility to diseases, the ancient texts of Ayurveda also provide guidelines for maintaining lifestyles in accordance with one's prakriti for continued healthy living in a personalized manner.
 == References ==

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 # Pitta-kapha dominant
 In some individuals one dosha while in some individuals 2 doshas are dominant at the time of genesis of Prakrti. It is believed that, among these 7 types, Samadhatu i.e. Prakrti formed by all 3 doshas in equilibrium is the best one, however it is almost impossible to find such a constitution due to various factors beyond control of an individual. Vata predominant prakrti is called as Hina, Pitta prakrti is called as Madhyama while Kapha prakrti is believed to be Uttama. Rest of the prakrtis having 2 doshas dominant are considered contemptible owing the vulnerability of these individuals for falling sick. <ref>Ashtanga Hrudayama (Sutrasthanam Adhyaya 1 Sutra )</ref> <ref>Charaka Samhita (Sutrasthanam Adhyaya 7 Sutra 39-40)</ref>
 == Types of Guna Prakrti ==
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 == Factors responsible for genesis of Prakrti ==
 == Significance of knowing one's Prakrti ==

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 As per the etymology of the word Prakrti,<blockquote>प्रक्रियते कार्यादिकमनयेति प्र+कृ+क्लिन् ।</blockquote>Prakrti is that entity which intensifies. In this context, intensification of expression of original status of doshas at the time of origin or conception should be considered.<ref name=":0">Dhargalkar ND, Sharira Kriya Vidnana (A textbook of physiology in Ayurveda), Section 1, 1.13, Pg 146, Chawkhamba Sanskrit Series office, Varanasi</ref> Such an in depth and meticulous thinking behind the personality, health and well-being or even diseased state of an individual could be found only in Ayurveda!
-The nirukti of Prakrti can be found in commentaries of Ayurveda treatises. According to Chakrapani Prakrti is nature. <blockquote>प्रकृतिस्तु स्वभावः।</blockquote>While, commentator Arundatta has opined that Prakrti is 'body type'. <blockquote>प्रकृतिः शरीरस्वरुपम्।</blockquote>In a nutshell, Prakrti refers to the specific body type/ nature/ constitution of the individual.
+The nirukti of Prakrti can be found in commentaries of Ayurveda treatises. According to Chakrapani, Prakrti is nature. <blockquote>प्रकृतिस्तु स्वभावः।</blockquote>While, commentator Arundatta has opined that Prakrti is 'body type'. <blockquote>प्रकृतिः शरीरस्वरुपम्।</blockquote>In a nutshell, Prakrti refers to the specific body type/ nature/ constitution of the individual.
 == Definition ==
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 == Classification of human personality as met in Ayurveda ==
-In Astanga Hrdya, the divisions of classification based on above mentioned two biases are called Dosamayi and Gunamayi Prakrti (A.H.II. 3.83/104) Charaka and Susruta describe different typologies from humoral (physiological homeostasis) and Psychological (the Predominance of three Ansas of Sattva) point of view. Susruta gives another typology of Bhautik Prakrti (S.S.III. 4.79). The bias of Bhautik Prakrti is based on physical considerations.
+In Astanga Hrdya, the divisions of classification based on above mentioned two biases are called Dosamayi and Gunamayi Prakrti (A.H.II. 3.83/104) Charaka and Sushruta describe different typologies from humoral (physiological homeostasis) and Psychological (the Predominance of three Ansas of Sattva) point of view. Sushruta gives another typology of Bhautik Prakrti (S.S.III. 4.79). The bias of Bhautik Prakrti is based on physical considerations.
 == Types of Dosha Prakrti ==
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 Since this type of Prakrti is related to one's psychological status, emotions and instincts, it can be called as mind-type of an individual. Acharya Sushruta has further classified these 3 types into more subtypes as follows,
-Sub-types of Sattvik Prakrti
+=== Sub-types of Sattvik Prakrti ===
 # Brhma
 # Mahendra
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 # Yamya
 # Rshi
 Sub-types of Rajas Prakrti
 # Asura
 # Sarpa
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 # Paishach
 # Preta
 Sub-types of Tamas Prakrti
 # Pashava
 # Matsya
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 == Characteristics of 3 basic Prakrtis ==
-Ancient Ayurveda scholars have given stress on constitutional, temperamental, psychological and emotional aspect of personality while discussing Prakrti.
+Ancient Ayurveda scholars have stressed upon understanding constitutional, temperamental, psychological and emotional aspects of personality while discussing Prakrti. The dominant one or two doshas manifest their properties in the form of specific constitutional features, psychological aspects, behavior, emotions and all the body functions. Thus, all 7 types of prakrtis are different presenting specific charecteristics based on their dosha dominance. Some characteristics of Vat, pitta and kapha dominant prakrti are described below. For rest of the types where 2 doshas are dominant attributes of both of them are presented in that individual.
 == Significance of knowing one's Prakrti ==

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 Acharya Charaka states that, the Prakrti is the expression of the result of close connection of body with doshas; while acharya Sushruta stated that, Prakrti is formed by the most profound dosha at the time of union of Shukra (sperm) and Shonita (Ova). <blockquote>शुक्रशोणितसंयोगे यो भवेद्दोष उत्कटः | प्रकृतिर्जायते तेन.. (Sush. Samh. 4.63)<ref>Sushruta Samhita ([http://niimh.nic.in/ebooks/esushruta/?mod=read Sharirasthanam Adhyaya 4 Sutra 63])</ref> </blockquote>One more definition of Prakrti in literature provides basic insights about it. <blockquote>प्रकृतिः नाम जन्ममरणान्तरकालभाविनी, गर्भावक्रान्तिसमये स्वकारणोद्रेकजनिता निर्विकारिणी दोषस्थितीः (Rasa. Samh. 1.6)<ref>Rasavaisheshika Sutra 1.6</ref></blockquote>From these statements it is concluded that, Prakrti is the expression of the individual with reference to one's own specific body structure, function, behavior and relation to ecology. <ref name=":0" />
-== Types ==
+== Classification of human personality as met in Ayurveda ==
 Ayurveda described 7 basic types of Prakrti. These are decided on the basis of dominance of one or 2 doshas among 3 doshas. Thus total 7 types of Prakrti are listed below,
 # Vata dominant
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 In some individuals one dosha while in some individuals 2 doshas are dominant at the time of genesis of Prakrti. It is believed that, among these 7 types, Samadhatu i.e. Prakrti formed by all 3 doshas in equilibrium is the best one, however it is almost impossible to find such a constitution due to various factors beyond control of an individual. Vata predominant prakrti is called as Hina, Pitta prakrti is called as Madhyama while Kapha prakrti is believed to be Uttama. Rest of the prakrtis having 2 doshas dominant are considered contemptible owing the vulnerability of these individuals for falling sick. <ref>Ashtanga Hrudayama (Sutrasthanam Adhyaya 1 Sutra )</ref> <ref>Charaka Samhita (Sutrasthanam Adhyaya 7 Sutra 39-40)</ref>
-== Classification of human personality as met in Ayurveda ==
+== Types of Guna Prakrti ==
-In Astanga Hrdya, the divisions of classification based on above mentioned two biases are called Dosamayi and Gunamayi Prakrti (A.H.II. 3.83/104) Caraka and Susruta describe different typologies from humoral (physiological homeostasis) and Psychological (the Predominance of three Ansas of Sattva) point of view. Susruta gives another typology of Bhautik Prakrti (S.S.III. 4.79). The bias of Bhautik Prakrti is based on physical considerations.
+Sattva, Rajas and Tamas are considered as the 3 gunas of Manas (Mind). Each of them is responsible for display of specific characteristics. On the basis of their dominance Guna Prakrti is classified primarily into 3 heads as below.
 == Characteristics of 3 basic Prakrtis ==
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 == Significance of knowing one's Prakrti ==
 Since prakriti is related to certain physical and mental tendencies that determine susceptibility to diseases, the ancient texts of Ayurveda also provide guidelines for maintaining lifestyles in accordance with one's prakriti for continued healthy living in a personalized manner.

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-Prakrti refers to the the latent source and progenitor of all the material thing in this world. In the context of Shariram, Prakrti means the basic body type in Ayurveda. Tise term is also used in the sense of personality. Prakrti is said to be the unique body constitution of each individual which is formed on the basis of specific dosha levels in the body right at the time of conception. Thus, it is also called as Deha-prakrti or Dosha-prakrti and it remains unchanged throughout the life for that individual. Sushruta has also used the term KAYA PRAKRTI and MAHA PRAKRTI in the same sense.
+Prakrti refers to the the latent source and progenitor of all the material thing in this world. In the context of Shariram, Prakrti means the basic body type in Ayurveda. Tise term is also used in the sense of personality. Prakrti is said to be the unique body constitution of each individual which is formed on the basis of specific dosha levels in the body right at the time of conception. Thus, it is also called as Deha-prakrti or Dosha-prakrti and it remains unchanged throughout the life for that individual. Sushruta has also used the term Kaya Prakrti and Maha Prakrti in the same sense.
 == Introduction ==
-Ayurveda has mentioned numerous attributes of doshas and how they affect individual's physiology based on the dominance of one or more doshas. This dominance of a dosha or a specific combination of doshas is responsible for one's structural and functional peculiarities, state of health and well-being and also for one's  response to external stimuli. Although one of the 3 doshas might be dominant and displays major role in body functions, this is not considered as an abnormality. This state of doshas at the very beginning of life is believed to be the natural constitution for that particular individual and thus called as Prakrti or original body-mind type of that individual. The prakriti of a person is quite capable of providing a fair indication of physiological strengths and weaknesses, mental tendencies, and susceptibility to illnesses of various types. Therefore, understanding Prakrti is crucial while making healthcare choices for any person and his treating Vaidya.
+Ayurveda has mentioned numerous attributes of doshas and how they affect individual's physiology based on the dominance of one or more doshas. This dominance of a dosha or a specific combination of doshas is responsible for one's structural and functional peculiarities, state of health and well-being and also for one's  response to external stimuli. Although one of the 3 doshas might be dominant and displays major role in body functions, this is not considered as an abnormality. This state of doshas at the very beginning of life is believed to be the natural constitution for that particular individual and thus called as Prakrti or original body-mind type of that individual. The prakrti of a person is quite capable of providing a fair indication of physiological strengths and weaknesses, mental tendencies, and susceptibility to illnesses of various types. Therefore, understanding Prakrti is crucial while making healthcare choices for any person and his treating [[Vaidya (वैद्यः)|Vaidya]].
 == Definition ==
 The term Prakrti is defined by Acharya Charaka and Acharya Sushruta on the basis of its relation with doshas and tie of its formation.
-Acharya Charaka states that, the Prakrti is the consequence of the combination of doshas while acharya Sushruta stated that, Prakrti is formed by the most profound dosha at the time of union of Shukra (sperm) and Shonita (Ova).
+Acharya Charaka states that, the Prakrti is the expression of the result of close connection of body with doshas; while acharya Sushruta stated that, Prakrti is formed by the most profound dosha at the time of union of Shukra (sperm) and Shonita (Ova). <blockquote>शुक्रशोणितसंयोगे यो भवेद्दोष उत्कटः | प्रकृतिर्जायते तेन.. (Sush. Samh. 4.63)<ref>Sushruta Samhita ([http://niimh.nic.in/ebooks/esushruta/?mod=read Sharirasthanam Adhyaya 4 Sutra 63])</ref> </blockquote>One more definition of Prakrti in literature provides basic insights about it. <blockquote>प्रकृतिः नाम जन्ममरणान्तरकालभाविनी, गर्भावक्रान्तिसमये स्वकारणोद्रेकजनिता निर्विकारिणी दोषस्थितीः (Rasa. Samh. 1.6)<ref>Rasavaisheshika Sutra 1.6</ref></blockquote>From these statements it is concluded that, Prakrti is the expression of the individual with reference to one's own specific body structure, function, behavior and relation to ecology. <ref name=":0" />
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 == Classification of human personality as met in Ayurveda ==