[Assessment parameters of shadow] Distortion of shadow in respect of changes in shape, measurement, colour and lustre should be considered as ominous sign even in healthy individual.
The term sansthana means shape which may be symmetrical or asymmetrical. Measurement is of three kinds namely short, medium, and large The image reflected in water, mirror, etc.,
प्रतिप्रमाणसंस्थाना जलादर्शातपादिषु| छाया या सा प्रतिच्छाया च्छाया वर्णप्रभाश्रया ||९||
corresponding to the measurement and shape of the body of the individual is known as praticchhaya which is nothing but reflected shadow based on the complexion and luster of the individual.
[Features of Shadow of Pancha Mahabhuta] he following are the distinctive characteristic features of shadows pertaining to each of the five great elements [table 1]. Mahabhuta: Akasha mahabhuta; Distinctive characteristic features of shadows : Clear , blue, unctuous and lustrous shadow;