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==Etymology and derivation==
==Etymology and derivation==
Purusha is derived from two words. 'Pure shareere' meaning 'inside the body'and 'shete' meaning ' which resides'. So, the word ‘purusha’ means that which resides in body. (amarakosha) (amarakosha)
Purusha is derived from two words. 'Pure shareere' meaning 'inside the body'and 'shete' meaning ' which resides'. So, the word ‘purusha’ means that which resides in body. [amarakosha]
==Definition==
==Definition==
An aggregate of soul, senses, psyche and sense objects can be considered as purusha in general. [Cha. Sa. [[Sutra Sthana]] 25/04)
An aggregate of soul, senses, psyche and sense objects can be considered as purusha in general. [Cha. Sa. [[Sutra Sthana]] 25/04]
==Contextual meanings==
==Contextual meanings==
As per the Indian philosophy, all events in the life of person are due to the effect of his own deeds(karma) in this life or in the previous life. [[Ayurveda]] believes that [[rashipurusha]] is responsible for all deeds in his life and has to face the consequences of those deeds. It is also responsible for the (creation/gaining of) knowledge, pleasure, sorrow, and joy. Since purusha refers mainly to living human being, his deeds can also be called as purusha or purushakara because it defines that person.
As per the Indian philosophy, all events in the life of person are due to the effect of his own deeds(karma) in this life or in the previous life. [[Ayurveda]] believes that [[rashipurusha]] is responsible for all deeds in his life and has to face the consequences of those deeds. It is also responsible for the (creation/gaining of) knowledge, pleasure, sorrow, and joy. Since purusha refers mainly to living human being, his deeds can also be called as purusha or purushakara because it defines that person.
Purusha without a beginning, doesnot have an end. But the purusha with a beginning is ephemeral.(Cha.Sa. [[Sharira Sthana]] 01/059) The eternal purusha can be considered as the absolute soul and that with a beginning and end suggests the combination of soul with other elements.
Purusha without a beginning, doesnot have an end. But the purusha with a beginning is ephemeral.[Cha.Sa. [[Sharira Sthana]] 01/059] The eternal purusha can be considered as the absolute soul and that with a beginning and end suggests the combination of soul with other elements.
==Importance of Knowledge of Purusha==
==Importance of Knowledge of Purusha==