Chapter on Childbirth

He possesses a distinctive appearance original: "svasvarūpaḥ"; implies a form that is characteristic or true to his own nature. He has prominent cheekbones, a high nose, and a round forehead. He is full of desire original: "kāmābhilāṣī"; referring to a sensual or passionate temperament. He is prosperous, with wealth that seems to gather in the "lotus-base" of his face original: "mukhe kamalatale vadhadhanaḥ"; an idiomatic way of saying his prosperity is evident in his countenance or speech.

His constitution is governed by the Vata and Kapha humors vata-śleshma: the biological energies of "wind" and "phlegm" in Ayurvedic medicine, often resulting in a frame that is either very lean or prone to steadiness and cool temperament. He is inclined toward laziness. He is a devotee of his teacher, the gods, and the sacred fire.

He is fair-complexioned and resolute in nature. At the time of birth, he is as small as a Raktika seed original: "rattikā samāḥ"; the Raktika or Gunja seed was a traditional unit of weight; this likely refers to a specific physical measurement or a birthmark. He has prominent veins original: "vāyavī-śirāḥ"; literally "wind-veins," a physical trait often associated with the Vata constitution and is endowed with auspicious lines on the soles of his feet. He is fond of royal assemblies original: "rājasabhā-priyaḥ"; suggests he enjoys the company of high society or political circles. He is one who subsists on milk original: "kṣīrabhojī"; implies a refined, pure, or "Sattvic" diet, and he is exceptionally fortunate.