Devotees, who observe fast on Janmashtami, should have the only single meal a day before Janmashtami. On fasting day, devotees take Sankalpa to observe a day-long fast and to break it on the next day when both Rohini Nakshatra and Ashtami Tithi are over. Some devotees break the fast when either Rohini Nakshatra or Ashtami Tithi is over. Sankalpa is taken after finishing morning rituals and the day-long fasting begins with Sankalpa.
Krishna Janmashtami is also know as Krishnashtami, Gokulashtami,Srikrishna Jayanti and Sree Jayanthi.
Janmashtami 2024: Celebrations
Dahi Handi is a special event organized to mark the festival in some regions of India, particularly Maharashtra. For this event, teams of young men form human pyramids to break a clay pot filled with yogurt hung high up. It symbolizes Krishna’s playful nature and his love for dairy products.
The life and exploits of Krishna are often enacted through dance dramas, known as “Krishna Leela,” which depict episodes from his childhood, including his miracles and adventures.
In some cities, colourful processions featuring decorated floats and large images of Krishna are carried out, accompanied by music, dance, and chanting.
Janmashtami : Significance
Krishna’s birth is believed to have occurred to restore cosmic order by defeating the tyrannical ruler Kansa and his evil allies. Therefore, Janmashtami represents the triumph of good over evil and the restoration of dharma (righteousness).
Krishna's teachings and actions offer spiritual guidance and philosophical insights. The Bhagavad Gita, a key Hindu scripture, is a conversation between Krishna and the Pandava prince Arjuna that addresses the moral and philosophical dilemmas of life, emphasizing duty, righteousness, and devotion.
Krishna Janmashtami Dates
Shri Krishna Jayanti Yoga
5251st Birth Anniversary of Lord Krishna
Krishna Janmashtami on Monday, August 26, 2024
Nishita Puja Time - 12:02 AM to 12:48 AM, Aug 27
Duration - 00 Hours 45 Mins
Dahi Handi on Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Ashtami Tithi Begins - 06:09 AM on Aug 26, 2024
Ashtami Tithi Ends - 04:49 AM on Aug 27, 2024
Rohini Nakshatra Begins - 06:25 PM on Aug 26, 2024
Rohini Nakshatra Ends - 06:08 PM on Aug 27, 2024
