Mahabharata Shanti Parva – ततस तरेतायुगं नाम तरयी यत्र भविष्यति

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततस तरेतायुगं नाम तरयी यत्र भविष्यति
परॊक्षिता यत्र पशवॊ वधं पराप्स्यन्ति वै मखे
तत्र पादचतुर्थॊ वै धर्मस्य न भविष्यति

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka forecasts the characteristics of the upcoming Tretā Yuga, highlighting certain declines in virtues.

Translations

English Translation

The verse predicts the advent of Tretā Yuga, where sacrifices and the slaughter of animals for offerings become prevalent, resulting in a decline of righteousness and virtue in society, suggesting that the fourth quarter of Dharma would diminish.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक आने वाले तृतीय युग का उल्लेख करते हुए बताता है, जहां बलिदान और पशुओं की बलि देना आम हो जाएगा, जिससे धर्म और सदाचार की कमी होगी। इस युग में धर्म के चतुर्थ भाग का क्षय होगा।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Shanti Parva, which elaborates on the moral decline through the progression of the yugas.

Meaning

It highlights the cyclical nature of time in Hindu philosophy, focusing on how each age has unique characteristics impacting values and ethics.

Application

This encourages contemplation on the periodic moral changes over time and the importance of sustaining virtues even in changing circumstances.