Veerya Vichitra Pratyayarabdha

This principle describes substances whose action (Karma) aligns with their potency (Virya), even if it contradicts their.

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Sanskrit Verse

Concept explained through exceptions

— (Dravya Guna Texts)

Explanation

This principle describes substances whose action (Karma) aligns with their potency (Virya), even if it contradicts their taste (Rasa). It is an exception to the general rule that Rasa determines Virya. For example, honey has a sweet taste (which is generally cooling), but its potency is heating (Ushna Virya). Its action follows its heating potency.

Clinical Importance

This is a key concept for advanced students of Dravya Guna. It explains why some herbs have actions that seem counterintuitive based on their taste alone, emphasizing the importance of understanding all five properties (Rasa, Guna, Virya, Vipaka, Prabhava).