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Krishna Janmashtami 2024

कृष्ण जन्माष्टमी

The birth celebration of Lord Krishna.

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Auspicious Date & Timing
Monday, 26 August 2024
📅 Monday🥛 Fasting (Vrat) Observed⏰ Pradosh / Puja Muhurat Applicable
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Significance & History

Krishna Janmashtami celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Vishnu, who was born at midnight on the 8th day (Ashtami) of the dark fortnight of Bhadrapada month in Mathura. Krishna's life and teachings in the Bhagavad Gita have profoundly influenced Hindu philosophy, ethics, and spirituality for millennia. Massive celebrations take place in Mathura, Vrindavan, Dwarka, and across the world.

Puja Vidhi & Rituals

  • Fasting until midnight (the birth hour of Krishna)
  • Midnight abhishek and aarti of Krishna's idol
  • Dahi Handi (human pyramid to break a pot of curd) by youth
  • Singing of Bhajans like 'Hare Rama Hare Krishna'
  • Decorating the cradle and rocking baby Krishna's idol

Samagri & Auspicious Items

Items associated with the puja or highly beneficial to purchase and keep at home during Krishna Janmashtami:

Makhan (butter)Tulsi garlandPeacock featherFlute (Bansuri)Yellow flowers

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Krishna Janmashtami in 2024?+
Krishna Janmashtami 2024 will fall on Monday, 26 August 2024 (Monday).
What is the spiritual significance of Krishna Janmashtami?+
Krishna Janmashtami celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Vishnu, who was born at midnight on the 8th day (Ashtami) of the dark fortnight of Bhadrapada month in Mathura. Krishna's life and teachings in the Bhagavad Gita have profoundly influenced Hindu philosophy, ethics, and spirituality for millennia. Massive celebrations take place in Mathura, Vrindavan, Dwarka, and across the world.
What are the core rituals for Krishna Janmashtami?+
Core rituals include: Fasting until midnight (the birth hour of Krishna), Midnight abhishek and aarti of Krishna's idol, Dahi Handi (human pyramid to break a pot of curd) by youth, Singing of Bhajans like 'Hare Rama Hare Krishna', Decorating the cradle and rocking baby Krishna's idol.
What is Krishna Janmashtami called in Hindi and other regional languages?+
Krishna Janmashtami is widely referred to as कृष्ण जन्माष्टमी in Hindi.

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