tataḥ

 

In Devanagari, "tataḥ" is written as ततः and generally means

"thereafter", "then", "from that", or "thus" depending on the 

context in Sanskrit texts.

General Definition

ततः (tataḥ) is an indeclinable Sanskrit word commonly used as an 

adverb. Its core meanings include:

• Thereafter, afterwards, then, subsequently: Indicating a sequence 
• in time or events 

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• From that, hence, thence: Showing origin or source 

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• Therefore, consequently: Conveying a causal relationship 

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• Thus or in that way: Expressing a method, manner, or conclusion 

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Usage in Literature

Bhagavad Gita and Mahābhārata frequently employ tataḥ to indicate 

temporal or logical progression in the narrative:

• tataḥ śāradvatīsutam paryupāsanta – “then they gathered around 
• Śāradvatī’s son” (Mahābhārata 8.1.2) 

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• labhate ca tataḥ kāmān – “and from that, he obtains his desires” 
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• tataḥ prabhāte... – “thereafter, in the morning” describing events 
• unfolding sequentially 

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It is used broadly to connect actions or statements, marking the

next step in a sequence or highlighting a logical consequence.

Grammatical Notes

• Indeclinable: tataḥ does not change form for gender, number, or case.
• Frequently occurs with other adverbs or prepositions such as param 
• (“further”), paścāt (“afterward”), and prabhṛti (“thenceforward”) 

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• Can also appear in compound phrases for nuanced meanings, 
• for example: yato yatah -tatas tataḥ (“from wherever, thence, 
• everywhere”) 

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Summary

ततः (tataḥ) primarily serves as a temporal or causal connector in 

Sanskrit, translating into English as “then,” “thereafter,” “from that,”

“thus,” or “hence”, depending on context. It frequently introduces 

sequential events in epic narratives or philosophical texts, giving 

the sentence logical or chronological flow 

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