“Do everything you have to do,
But not with greed, not with ego,
Not with lust, not with envy but with love, compassion, humility and devotion.”
Wishing you a happy and blessed Krishna Janmashtami.
Jai Shri Krishna!
Janmashtami, which is also known as Krishna Janmashtami or Gokulashtami, is being celebrated by the people of India on Monday. Janmashtami, one of the most popular festivals in India, is celebrated to mark the birth anniversary of Lord Krishan, the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Janmashtami is observed on the eighth day of the Krishna Paksha in the Hindu month of Shraavana or Bhadrapada, which generally falls on August or September. Special events and fairs are organised on this day to celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna.
Janmashthami 2021 Date Puja Timing
The Krishna Paksha Ashtami tithi of Bhadrapada will fall on August 30, hence, the Krishna Janmashtami will be celebrated on this day. The Ashtami tithi begins at 11:25 pm on August 29 and ends at 1:59 am on August 31. Lord Krishna is worshipped during Nishita Kaal as it is believed that he was born at midnight. As per the Panchang, the Nishita Kaal will prevail from 11:59 pm to 12:44 am on August 31.
So this year, the puja timings are between 11:59 pm and 12:44 am, August 31 according to drikpanchang.com.
Devotees perform a detailed puja during midnight which involves 16 steps that are part of the Shodashopachara Puja Vidhi. During Janmashtami fasting, one should not consume grains until the fast is broken the next day after sunrise. The rules are similar to those followed during Ekadashi fasting.
Janmashthami History
Krishna, son of Devaki and Vasudeva Anakadundubhi is believed to have been born in Mathura at midnight on the eighth day of Bhadrapada month. But there was a threat to his life by uncle King Kansa. Following his birth, Krishna’s father took him across the Yamuna to Gokul where his foster parents Nanda and Yashoda lived. This legend is celebrated on Janmashtami–idols of baby Krishna are washed and clothed and placed in a cradle.
Significance of Janmashthami
The festival of Janmashtami is celebrated with much fanfare by Hindus all over the world. According to mythology, Shri Krishna is one of the most powerful human incarnations of Lord Vishnu. Lord Krishna is one such god in Hindu mythology, about whose birth and death a lot has been written. Ever since Shri Krishna took birth on earth in human form, people started worshipping him as the son of God. There is a popular saying in the Bhagavad Gita – "Whenever there is the rise of evil and the loss of dharma, I will incarnate to destroy the evil and save the good." The festival of Janmashtami encourages the promotion of goodwill and tye end of of ill-will. This day is celebrated as a holy occasion, a festival of unity and faith.
Janmashtami Celebrations across India
The whole nation comes together to celebrate the birthday of Lord Krishna with much fervour and enthusiasm. It is quite common to see kids dressed up as little Krishna, markets lined up with sweet shops and elegant handis, people preparing for the plays (also known as Ras Leela) and temples being decorated with flowers. On this day, recitations of verses from the holy books, Bhagavata Purana and Bhagavad Gita, are also organised at Hindu shrines. While celebrations throughout the country are mesmerising, some places in India deserve a special mention. It is at these destinations that you can get the true essence of Janmashtami celebrations. Let’s take a look at the different places where this festival finds a special place in the heart of people.
The festival is particularly observed in Mathura and Vrindavan. Celebrations include dance-drama enactments of the life of Krishna, devotional songs, fasting and so on. It is also celebrated in other parts of India like West Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka and Kerala among others.
Janmashtami Puja Vidhi
Shri Krishna was born at 12 midnight on the night of Bhadrapada Krishna Paksha Ashtami due to which this fast starts from morning itself. Worship Lord Krishna with mantras throughout the day and perform the Parana at the end of Rohini Nakshatra. At the midnight, worship Shri Krishna. On this day, wake up early in the morning at Brahma Muhurta and take bath. While taking a bath, meditate on this mantra —
"Om Yagyaay Yogpataye Yogeshraya Yoga Sambhavay Govinday Namo Namah"
"ऊं यज्ञाय योगपतये योगेश्रराय योग सम्भावय गोविंदाय नमो नम:"
After this, the worship with this mantra —
"Om yajnaya yajnerai yagyapatayeya yagya sambhavay govinddaya namo namah"
"ऊं यज्ञाय यज्ञेराय यज्ञपतये यज्ञ सम्भवाय गोविंददाय नमों नम:"
Now after putting Lord Krishna in his cradle, chant this mantra —
"Vishray Vishrekshay Vishrapale Vishra Sambhavay Govinday Namon Namah"
"विश्राय विश्रेक्षाय विश्रपले विश्र सम्भावाय गोविंदाय नमों नम:"
Janmashthami Quotes, Wishes & Messages
However, you are advised to avoid crowded places this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. But don't worry as you can still celebrate Krishna Janmashtami by sending these beautiful wishes, messages, greetings and quotes with your friends and family members —
• Janmashthami Quotes
"If you don’t fight for what you want; Don’t cry for what you lost." – The Bhagavad Gita
“Do everything you have to do, But not with greed, not with ego, Not with lust, not with envy but with love, compassion, humility and devotion.”
"You have the right to work, but never to the fruit of the work. You should never engage in action for the sake of reward, nor should you long for inaction."
“Experience cold or heat, pleasure or pain. These experiences are fleeting; they come and go. Bear them patiently."
“It is better to live your own destiny imperfectly than to live an imitation of somebody else’s life with perfection.”
“Whatever happened, happened for the good. Whatever is happening, is happening for the good. Whatever will happen will also happen for the good."
"When you love God, you love everything. Beyond Illusion and doubt."
“Wherever there is Krishna, the master of all mystics and wherever there is Arjuna, the supreme archer, there will also certainly be opulence, victory, extraordinary power, and morality.” – Srila Prabhupada
“The mind is restless and difficult to restrain, but it is subdued by practice.”
"The Supersoul, the Supreme Personality of Godhead, is the source of light." – Bhagavad Gita
• Janmashthami Messages
Everything happens for a reason. If things are going good, you are lucky and if not, it's Krishna’s wish. Hare Krishna!
Happy Janmashtami!
The day has come when we will celebrate the birth anniversary of Balgopal and seek his blessings in our lives. Let’s raise our voice and say with full vigour - Hathi Ghoda Palki, Jai Kanhaiya Lal Ki!
Shubh Krishna Ashtami!
Happy Janmasthami!
Celebrate Lord Krishna birthday on Shri Krishna Ashtami or Sri Krishna Jayanti. Greet your friends with Shubh Janmasthami and Gokul ashtami greetings. Spread love, devotion and compassion taught by Lord Krishna to all his devotees.
Happy Janmashthami!
Let’s celebrate Lord Krishna’s birthday with full zest and vigour. Celebrate the auspicious Krishna Jayanti with Makhan and Mishri.
Happy Gokul Ashtami!
May this Shri Krishna Janmashtami fill your life with happiness and remove all the hatred from your heart.
Shubh Janmashtami!
May the Natkhat Gopala fill your life with happiness, peace and abundance. Let his teachings inspire your actions and you reach your ultimate goal in life. A very happy Krishna Janmashtami to you!
May the cute pranks of Little Krishna instil compassion and love in you. Sending you my heartfelt Krishna Janmashtami wishes to bestow the blessings of Lord Krishna.
Happy Janmashtami!
Let’s celebrate Lord Krishna's birthday and submit our life to the Almighty. May his blessings shower on you and your family. Happy Janmashthami!
On the auspicious occasion of Janmashtami, I pray to Lord Krishna to bless you with happiness and prosperity. Wish you a very Happy Janmashthami to you and your family!
Let there be love, happiness and laughter with Murl Manohar’s blessings. Wishing you and your family a Shubh Krishnashtami!
It’s a day when Makhan Chor is born. May this day he steal all your worries and bless you with the sweetness of makhan and Mishri in life. A very Happy Janmashtami to you!
Janmashtami festival is a day of joy, love and devotion. Devote yourself to Lord Krishna and get all your desires fulfilled. Krishna Janmasthami wishes to you and your family!
May Krishna Janam on this day fill your life with eternal joy. Celebrate the Janmashtami day with love and devotion.
Happy Janmashtami to you and your family!
• Janmashthami Wishes
May Murli Manohar continues to bestow health and prosperity on your family, and may you find peace in Lord Krishna.
Happy Janmashthami!
Today is the auspicious occasion when Lord Krishna is born to fight against inhumanity and save Dharma. Let’s celebrate Krishna Janmashtami and follow his great teachings.
May you find love on this Krishna Janmashtami and Gopis may shower their blessings on you.
Shubh Janmasthami!
May naughty Nandalal give you infinite reasons to be happy and cheerful.
Happy Krishna Janmashtami day! May Lord Krishna take all your sorrows and bestow happiness and prosperity on you. Wishing you a great Janmashtami festival!
The day of love and fortune has come. Let’s celebrate the great day of the Janmashtami festival and worship Lord Krishna of Gokuldham!
Shubh Krishna Ashtami! May Lord Krishna’s flute invite the melody of love into your life. May Radha’s love teaches not only how to love but to love eternally. Happy Krishna Janmashtami! May the blessings of Lord Krishna fill your life with Happiness and Virtues on this Krishna Janmashtami!
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