Shloka 68

Matsya Purana — Division of Bhārata-varṣa

Devanagari script

न जरा बाधते तत्र तेन जीवन्ति ते चिरम् एकादश सहस्राणि तेषामायुः प्रकीर्तितम् //

Transliteration

na jarā bādhate tatra tena jīvanti te ciram ekādaśa sahasrāṇi teṣāmāyuḥ prakīrtitam //

Translation

There, old age does not afflict them; therefore they live for a long time. Their lifespan is declared to be eleven thousand years.

Word by Word

• na: not

• jarā: old age, senility

• bādhate: troubles, afflicts

• tatra: there, in that place/realm

• tena: therefore, for that reason

• jīvanti: they live

• te: they

• ciram: for a long time

• ekādaśa: eleven

• sahasrāṇi: thousands

• teṣām: of them

• āyuḥ: lifespan

• prakīrtitam: is proclaimed, is stated

Speaker

• Lord Matsya (Vishnu) speaking to Vaivasvata Manu (contextual attribution within the Matsya–Manu dialogue)

Tags

• Longevity
• Jara (old age)
• Sacred realms
• Puranic cosmology
• Matsya Purana teachings

FAQs

What does this verse reveal about the creation or dissolution (Pralaya)?

Indirectly, it contrasts mortal decay with realms or conditions where dissolution through aging (jarā) does not operate—highlighting that not all planes are equally subject to the same modes of decline, even though cosmic pralaya ultimately encompasses all.

How does this verse relate to the duties of a King or Householder?

By emphasizing that longevity depends on freedom from affliction, it supports the Matsya Purana’s ethical thrust: rulers and householders should foster health, order, and dharma (right living), since a well-governed, disciplined life is portrayed as the foundation for long, stable living.

What is the architectural or ritual significance mentioned here?

No direct Vastu or ritual rule is stated; the takeaway is thematic—properly maintained sacred spaces and dharmic order are traditionally associated with reduced “affliction” and enhanced well-being, which later Vastu and ritual sections frame as a goal of correct construction and worship.