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=== Introduction to process of embryogenesis (Verse 2) === | === Introduction to process of embryogenesis (Verse 2) === | ||
In the preceding chapter, pre-conception factors associated with the human origin, and spiritual factors applicable to treatment in the form of ''naishthika'' and ''moksha'' were discussed. In ''atulyagotriya'', characteristics of a healthy conception, and genetic disorders associated with consanguinity have been described | In the preceding chapter, pre-conception factors associated with the human origin, and spiritual factors applicable to treatment in the form of ''naishthika'' and ''moksha'' were discussed. In ''atulyagotriya'', characteristics of a healthy conception, and genetic disorders associated with consanguinity have been described. [Chakrapani on Cha.Sa.[[Sharira Sthana]] 2/1-2) | ||
The word ''garbhadhirupa'' may be interpreted in a broader way to include the entire process of embryogenesis by which an embryo grows and develops into a healthy foetus. Here, ''garbha'' means the conjugation of ''shukra-shonita'' and ''jivatma'' as described in the texts and ''roopa'' means full manifestation. The word, ''adi'' denotes the entire process from the conjugation to full manifestation.(2) | The word ''garbhadhirupa'' may be interpreted in a broader way to include the entire process of embryogenesis by which an embryo grows and develops into a healthy foetus. Here, ''garbha'' means the conjugation of ''shukra-shonita'' and ''jivatma'' as described in the texts and ''roopa'' means full manifestation. The word, ''adi'' denotes the entire process from the conjugation to full manifestation.(2) | ||