Shloka 21

Matsya Purana — Omens in Tripura and the Nārada–Maya Dialogue on Dharma

Devanagari script

तदेतान्येवमादीनि उत्पातावेदितानि च वैनाशिकानि दृश्यन्ते दानवानां तथैव च //

Transliteration

tadetānyevamādīni utpātāveditāni ca vaināśikāni dṛśyante dānavānāṃ tathaiva ca //

Translation

Such and similar phenomena are proclaimed as portents (utpātas), and they are seen as signs that foretell destruction—so too in the case of the Dānavas.

Word by Word

• tad: those

• etāni: these

• evam-ādīni: beginning with such (i.e., such-like, of this kind)

• utpāta: portent/omen

• āveditāni: declared/announced/made known

• ca: and

• vaināśikāni: destructive, indicating ruin

• dṛśyante: are seen/are observed

• dānavānām: of the Dānavas (demons/anti-gods)

• tathaiva: just so, likewise

• ca: also

Speaker

• Lord Matsya (in dialogue with Vaivasvata Manu)

Entities Mentioned

• Dānavas
• Utpāta

Tags

• Pralaya
• Omens
• Utpata
• Destruction
• Matsya Purana

FAQs

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

It frames unusual phenomena as utpātas—recognizable signals that destruction is approaching, aligning with the Purāṇic idea that dissolution is preceded by observable ominous signs.

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

By treating omens as meaningful warnings, it supports the dharmic duty of vigilance: rulers and householders should respond to signs of disorder with corrective rites, charity, restraint, and protective governance rather than negligence.

What is the architectural or ritual significance mentioned here?

While no specific Vāstu rule is stated, the verse underpins ritual practice: utpātas are traditionally met with śānti-karmas (appeasement rites) and protective observances meant to avert or lessen impending ruin.