Shloka 25

Matsya Purana — Solar Dynasty Prelude: Vivasvān–Saṃjñā–Chāyā

Devanagari script

यस्माद् अविज्ञाततया मत्सकाशम् इहागता तस्मान्मदीयं भवनं प्रवेष्टुं न त्वमर्हसि //

Transliteration

yasmād avijñātatayā matsakāśam ihāgatā tasmānmadīyaṃ bhavanaṃ praveṣṭuṃ na tvamarhasi //

Translation

Since you have come here into my presence in ignorance—without recognition or proper understanding—therefore you are not fit to enter my dwelling.

Word by Word

• yasmāt: since/because

• avijñātatayā: due to not knowing/through ignorance

• matsakāśam: to my presence/near me

• iha: here

• āgatā: (you) have come

• tasmāt: therefore

• madīyam: my

• bhavanam: house/dwelling/abode

• praveṣṭum: to enter

• na: not

• tvam: you

• arhasi: are worthy/are entitled/are fit

Speaker

• Lord Matsya (Vishnu as Matsya)

Entities Mentioned

• Matsya

Tags

• Pralaya
• Matsya Avatara
• Dharma
• Eligibility
• Ritual decorum

FAQs

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

It does not describe the mechanics of Pralaya directly; it stresses preparedness and proper understanding when approaching the divine guide who will later direct survival through the deluge narrative.

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

It implies a dharmic rule of approach: a ruler or householder should act with discernment, humility, and proper recognition before entering sacred or authoritative spaces—symbolizing disciplined conduct and respect for higher order.

What is the architectural or ritual significance mentioned here?

While not a Vastu rule, it mirrors a ritual threshold principle: entry into a ‘bhavana’ (abode/sanctum) requires eligibility—purity, right intent, and correct recognition—akin to temple-entry decorum in later ritual manuals.