Krishna Janmashtami is the Most Awaited Festival of the Year
Krishna Janmashtami
In India, one of the most anticipated holidays is Krishna Janmashtami. The eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, Lord Krishna is born on this auspicious day and is admired for his wit, charm, and good humor. Across the nation, people celebrate the holiday with a great deal of fervor, happiness, and colorful customs.
Why Do We Celebrate Krishna Janmashtami?
In remembrance of Lord Krishna, who was born in Mathura, India, more than 5,000 years ago, people commemorate Krishna Janmashtami. Krishna was born at midnight on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the dark fortnight in the month of Bhadrapada (August–September), according to Hindu legend. Because he entered the earth to preserve humanity from evil and to restore dharma, or justice, his birth is seen as a divine event.
What’s Special About Janmashtami?
- The Celebration at Midnight: The primary ceremonies and festivities of Krishna Janmashtami are unique in that they occur at midnight, the precise moment when Krishna is thought to have been born.
- Feasting and Fasting: Throughout the day, devotees keep a fast, breaking it only after midnight.
- Dahi Handi: “Dahi Handi” is a popular event that is organized in some parts of India, especially in Maharashtra. In order to break a pot of curd (dahi) that is suspended high above the ground, groups of young men construct human pyramids.
- Devotion and Decorations: Rangoli (colored patterns on the floor) and flowers make wonderful arrangements for temples and houses.
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Janmashtami Muhurat (Auspicious Timing)
On Monday, August 26, 2024, is Krishna Janmashtami. The midnight hours of Nishita Kaal, when Krishna is supposed to have been born, are the most auspicious for the ceremonies. The precise hours for Nishita Kaal on August 26 are from 11:55 PM to 12:42 AM.
