Yuga in Hinduism

Yuga in Hinduism 

Satya Yuga (also known as Krita Yuga)

Satya Yuga is the first and most virtuous of the four Yugas. It is an age of truth, righteousness, and spiritual enlightenment. People during this Yuga are said to be deeply devoted to dharma (righteousness) and lead a pure, ethical life. The average human lifespan is much longer compared to the other Yugas, and the world experiences a state of harmony and prosperity.

Treta Yuga

Treta Yuga follows Satya Yuga and is characterized by a decline in virtue and an increase in desires and material pursuits. In this Yuga, people's devotion to dharma becomes less steadfast, and the level of righteousness decreases. Lord Rama's story, as described in the epic Ramayana, takes place during Treta Yuga.

Dvapara Yuga

Dvapara Yuga comes after Treta Yuga and marks a further decline in moral values and spirituality. People in this Yuga experience more conflicts and indulge in selfish actions. The Mahabharata, an ancient Indian epic, narrates the events of Dvapara Yuga, including the Kurukshetra War.

Kali Yuga

Kali Yuga is the last and current Yuga, considered an age of darkness and ignorance. This Yuga is marked by a significant decline in righteousness, truthfulness, and spirituality. Materialism and selfishness are prevalent in society, leading to numerous challenges. The average human lifespan in Kali Yuga is much shorter than in previous Yugas. It is believed that we are currently living in the Kali Yuga.

These Yugas are part of the cyclical concept of time in Hinduism, where they repeat endlessly in a continuous cycle known as the "Yuga cycle." Each Yuga's characteristics serve as a reflection of humanity's moral and spiritual development during different epochs.