Quick Information
Month
August
Duration
2 Days
Calendar
Lunar
Deity
Krishna
About Krishna Janmashtami
Krishna Janmashtami (कृष्ण जन्माष्टमी) is one of the most significant festivals in the Hindu calendar. Birth of Lord Krishna.
This festival is dedicated to Krishna and follows the Lunar calendar tradition. It is celebrated over 2 days, typically in August.
Muhurat & Timings
The auspicious timings for Krishna Janmashtami puja vary each year based on planetary positions. For accurate muhurat timings:
Rituals & Traditions
The key rituals performed during Krishna Janmashtami include:
How to Celebrate
- Midnight puja: An important tradition during Krishna Janmashtami celebrations.
- Fasting: An important tradition during Krishna Janmashtami celebrations.
- Dahi Handi: An important tradition during Krishna Janmashtami celebrations.
- Bhajans: An important tradition during Krishna Janmashtami celebrations.
Regional Celebrations
Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated across India with special enthusiasm in:
Each region has unique traditions and ways of celebrating this auspicious occasion.
Astrological Significance
From a Vedic astrology perspective, Krishna Janmashtami holds special importance:
- Associated with Krishna's blessings and cosmic energies
- Considered auspicious for starting new ventures on this day
- Planetary alignments during this festival bring love, joy, and divine protection
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