Janmashtami marks the birth of Lord Krishna on the planet. Lord Krishna is the 8th incarnation of Lord Vishnu. It is the most auspicious festival for Hindus. On a special day, the idol of Krishna is bathed in milk and water, dressed in new sparkling clothes, and worshipped. Everyone prays to Lord Krishna and seeks his blessings for a happy and prosperous life. Every year, people celebrate the special festival with much fervor and enthusiasm to welcome the lovable ‘Nanhe Gopal’ to this world.
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5 Mouthwatering Traditional Janmashtami Treats
Janmasthami – the day on which Lord Krishna, the 8th incarnation of Lord Vishnu, was born will always be a special day. Celebrated every year, people from all over rise up and reciprocate the joy of the coming of Lord Krishna into our world.
The Story Behind Janmashtami: Celebrating the Birth of Lord Krishna
Lord Krishna is considered to be the 8th incarnation of Lord Vishnu, the creator. He is the avatar of love, compassion and tenderness. From being the lovable prankster God, to the flirtatious passion-filled lover of Radha, to being the divine guiding hand that led to the triumph of the Pandavas in the battle of Kurukshetra, Krishna’s stories and feats are reverberate time and again throughout the Hindu mythology.