Mahabharata Shanti Parva – इदं कृतयुगं नाम कालः शरेष्ठः परवर्तते

Shloka (श्लोक)

इदं कृतयुगं नाम कालः शरेष्ठः परवर्तते
अहिंस्या यज्ञपशवॊ युगे ऽसमिन नैतद अन्यथा
चतुर्पात सकलॊ धर्मॊ भविष्यत्य अत्र वै सुराः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the characteristics of the current age (Kali Yuga) and emphasizes the prevalence of certain virtues.

Translations

English Translation

The verse states that this age is referred to as the Kṛta Yuga, marked by virtue and righteousness. It insists that sacrifice and non-violence will be upheld, indicating the strong ethical foundations of this era, supported by divine beings.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक वर्तमान युग को कृत युग कहते हुए बताता है, जो धर्म और सदाचार से भरा हुआ है। यह बलि और अहिंसा का पालन करेगा और यह युग देवों द्वारा समर्थित होगा।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is a part of the Shanti Parva and discusses the moral and ethical climate of the ages in relation to cosmic laws.

Meaning

It emphasizes the importance of the virtues upheld in this era, which impact the spiritual maturity of society.

Application

This serves as a reminder to uphold non-violence and righteousness in contemporary life, aligning oneself with the principles of this age.