Understanding the Terms
* Dhatu: This refers to a Sanskrit verb root. For example, "√bhū" (to be), "√kṛ" (to do), "√gam" (to go), etc.
* As Dhatu Roop: This means the conjugation of a verb root, showing its various forms across different tenses and persons.
* Vidhiling Lakar: This is one of the ten lakaras (verbal tenses) in Sanskrit, which signifies the "conditional" tense. It's often translated as "would/should" or "if...then..."
How to Conjugate in the Vidhiling Lakar
The conjugation of a verb in the Vidhiling Lakar follows a specific pattern. Here's a general outline:
1. Choose the verb root (dhatu): For example, let's use "√gam" (to go).
2. Add the appropriate suffixes: The Vidhiling Lakar uses suffixes to indicate the person (first, second, or third) and number (singular or plural). Here are some examples:
* First Person Singular: √gam + syam = gamyam (I would go)
* Second Person Singular: √gam + syas = gamyas (you would go)
* Third Person Singular: √gam + syat = gamyat (he/she/it would go)
* First Person Plural: √gam + sma = gamysma (we would go)
* Second Person Plural: √gam + sta = gamysta (you all would go)
* Third Person Plural: √gam + sya = gamya (they would go)
3. Note: Some verbs have different suffixes or irregularities in the Vidhiling Lakar. It's important to consult a Sanskrit grammar text for the specific conjugation rules of each verb.
Example
Let's conjugate the verb "√kṛ" (to do) in the Vidhiling Lakar:
* First Person Singular: √kṛ + syam = kṛsyam (I would do)
* Second Person Singular: √kṛ + syas = kṛsyas (you would do)
* Third Person Singular: √kṛ + syat = kṛsyat (he/she/it would do)
* ...and so on
Key Point: The Vidhiling Lakar is a crucial element in expressing conditional sentences and hypothetical situations in Sanskrit.
Let me know if you have any specific verbs or conjugation scenarios you'd like to explore further!