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The term prana is used for the vitality of life or life force. It is essential to understand the concept of prana and its importance in life-threatening emergency conditions.There are twelve sites of vitality (prana). Ayurvedic texts use the word ‘Prana’ as a synonym for certain body constituents. Prana is also used as a prefix to the names of certain body constituents.This indicates these body constituents are most vital, for saving a life. [[Agni]], Soma, Vayu, Sattva, Rajas, Tamas, [[Atma]] and [[Pancha mahabhuta]].[Su.Sa.Sharira Sthana 4/3] | The term prana is used for the vitality of life or life force. It is essential to understand the concept of prana and its importance in life-threatening emergency conditions.There are twelve sites of vitality (prana). Ayurvedic texts use the word ‘Prana’ as a synonym for certain body constituents. Prana is also used as a prefix to the names of certain body constituents.This indicates these body constituents are most vital, for saving a life. [[Agni]], Soma, Vayu, Sattva, Rajas, Tamas, [[Atma]] and [[Pancha mahabhuta]].[Su.Sa.Sharira Sthana 4/3] | ||