Significance of Substitute
The keyphrase "Substitute" is defined across different contexts. In Vyakarana, it refers to alternate forms that appear with a suffix, alternatives to prescribed elements when primary statements are unavailable, and potential replacements for connected words. In Dharmashastra, Substitute denotes other sons who fulfill the role of a son without being considered legitimate. In the realm of Science, it signifies alternative substances that can replace Murdar Sang for continuity in treatment when the original is not available or suitable.
Synonyms: Alternative, Equivalent, Stand-in
In Dutch: Vervanging; In Finnish: Korvaava; In Spanish: Sustituto
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Hindu concept of 'Substitute'
In Hinduism, "Substitute" denotes alternate elements or forms (tavaka and mamaka) that appear with suffixes, alternatives to prescribed elements, and other sons fulfilling filial roles without legitimate status and lesser benefits.
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) The potential alternative that exists if either of the words connected through direct statement is missing.[1] (2) An alternative element that could replace something prescribed; this concept becomes irrelevant if the primary statement is indivisible and unavailable.[2] (3) In this context, refers to alternate forms or elements (tavaka and mamaka) which can only appear when a suffix is present.[3]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) Other sons who fulfill the role of a son but are not considered as legitimate or 'body-born' sons, often deemed to conferred lesser benefits.[4]