noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
troubled times; nation in turmoil; storm clouds gathering
A yojijukugo describing a period when the country or world is full of upheaval and unrest. Often used in historical or literary contexts.
天下多事の折、将軍は決断を迫られた。
In these troubled times, the shogun was forced to make a decision.
天下多事の様相を呈している。
The situation is taking on the appearance of a nation in turmoil.
A yojijukugo composed of 天下 (the world, the nation) and 多事 (many events, troubles). The exact historical origin is uncertain, but it follows classical Chinese patterns for describing turbulent times.