Shukra Vaha Srotas
The channel carrying nutrients for male reproductive tissue (shukra dhatu), governed by the testicles and nipples, with a pathway through the vas deferens, epididymis, prostate, and urethra.
Shukra Vaha Srotas: The Channel for Male Reproductive Tissue
The channel carrying nutrients for the male reproductive tissue, the sperm, is called shukra vaha srotas. Its mula (root) is the testicles and the nipples. The marga (passage) includes the vas deferens, epididymis, prostate, urethra, and urinogenital tract. The mukha (opening or mouth) is the urethral opening. Apana vayu is connected to this srotas.
The channel carrying sperm contains kledaka kapha, avalambaka kapha, prana vayu, apana vayu, and ojas. Reproduction and pleasure are functions of shukra vaha srotas. Drinking a cup of hot milk at night immediately nourishes shukra in men through rasa dhatu agni.
Source: Textbook of Ayurveda: Fundamental Principles, Chapter Seven: Srotamsi, The Bodily Channels and Systems
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