Celebrated in Hinduism, Krishna Janmashtami—also known as Gokulashtami—honors the birth of Lord Krishna, one of the most cherished and revered gods in the faith. Seen on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) in the month of Bhadrapada, this happy event is commemorated by great dedication, fasting, and cultural events. Considered the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, Lord Krishna’s lessons from the Bhagavad Gita still inspire millions of people all around.
Hindu mythology holds that Lord Krishna was born at Mathura to King Vasudeva and Queen Devaki more than 5,000 years ago. His birth was supposed to mark the end of the rule of his despotic uncle, King Kansa, who had imprisoned his parents. Krishna was covertly carried across the Yamuna River to Gokul, where he was raised by his foster parents, Nanda and Yashoda, to guard him from Kansa. Hindu mythology holds Krishna’s early years as full of divine miracles and lighthearted deeds loved.
Krishna’s life offers spiritual insight and divine inspiration. Considered one of the most significant books in Hindu philosophy, his lessons in the Bhagavad Gita were given to Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. Krishna’s teachings of righteousness (dharma), loyalty (bhakti), and selfless action (karma) still direct his adherents on their spiritual development.
Celebrated for millennia with great fervent dedication, Krishna Janmashtami is around India, especially in Mathura and Vrindavan, the sites connected with Krishna’s early life. The festival is observed with several rites and customs. Temples are exquisitely ornamented, and the sounds of devotional songs and chants abound.
Fasting and Pooja:
Devotees fast for a day, broken at midnight—the time thought to be Krishna’s birth. Homes and temples host special prayers and poojas in which baby Krishna’s idol is bathed, dressed in fresh attire, and cradled.
Cultural Performances:
The celebration consists of dance performances, devotional singing (bhajans), and reenactments of Krishna’s early years (Rasa Lila). In some areas, especially Maharashtra, the Dahi Handi event is observed, whereby participants create human pyramids to break a pot filled with curd, emulating Krishna’s lighthearted act of butter theft.
Decorating Homes and Temples:
Roses, rangolis, and lights abound in homes and temples. Devotees set up little models of events from Krishna’s life for guests to see.
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2024 | 26 August | Monday |
2025 | 16 August | Saturday |
2026 | 04 September | Friday |
2027 | 25 August | Wednesday |
2028 | 13 August | Sunday |
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